If you want to learn about a unique and majestic dog breed, you definitely have to give the impressive Newfoundland dog a chance to amaze you. This breed's origins are not entirely clear and there are several stories regarding the birth of the first specimens. These stories relate the Newfoundland dog to many different dog breeds and each one of them has surely contributed to create a completely outstanding and peculiar breed. No matter where or how was this dog bred, the truth it that it was used as a fine working dog that could be of great use in many different situations. Nowadays, as usual, it still remains a fabulous working but mostly it has evolved to be a great family pet. The breed features acceptance by the AKC, the UKC, the FCI, the CKC, the NCA, the KCGB and many more.
The Newfoundland is a large, massive dog that displays a square shaped and muscular body. Regular measurements for this breed are 27 to 29 inches of height and 130 to 150 pounds of weight. The body is longer than taller, being the legs somewhat short but still really powerful. The neck is also extremely strong and this is why this breed fulfill activities of high physical demand easily. The head is broad and the muzzle is square shaped while the ears are pendant and the eyes are almost covered by the abundant coat. This coat is not only abundant but also really dense and thick, becoming a great isolation from cold weathers. It is usually available in black color with different white markings.
Inspite of its brave image, the Newfoundland dog is extremely well natured and friendly. It obviously is a fearless and corageous animal that can become a great watchdog, but its loving and tender elements stand out clearly. They are noble and calm most of the time and they tend to get along fantastically well with children and strangers. These dogs can get along well with smaller pets and other dogs but only if they have been properly socialized: they are rough players!
The Newfoundland dog requires lots of exercise and in many varied options: swimming, running, walking, climbing and all of those things you can imagine. As you can see, they are not recommended for apartment life since they can easily create a mess. They need to be taught to respect the authority of its master and to follow it through and through. In the end, that is the only way to making their maneuvering much easier.
The life expectancy of a Newfoundland dog is usually between nine to fifteen years, which is quite a short number. If properly groomed and controlled skin and hair conditions will be prevented. These dogs are prone to hip dysplasia as well as to overweight if not trained and exercised as it corresponds. They are dogs for cold weathers and can really suffer from extremely hot weathers due to the thickness and abundance of its coat. These dogs are meant to be loved and so they wil if you take all these considerations into account.
