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Breed Introduction

The Newfoundland is a sweet-tempered dog that is neither clumsy nor bad-tempered. He is a deeply affectionate companion. The Newfoundland is a versatile dog, designed to have working ability and an innate saving capacity on land and in water. The Newfoundland has an exaggerated, heavy double coat that is very harmonious, a deep body, heavy bone, well-developed muscles, and is very solid. A good Newfoundland holds his head high in a noble and proud manner. This breed is listed as a working dog, capable of working both on land and in water.

There are many stories about brave Newfoundlands rescuing people from the water, bringing those who have fallen in due to shipwrecks to shore. Additionally, Newfoundlands also help fishermen by pulling nets and performing other tasks. While the Newfoundland excels in water, it is truly a working dog in Newfoundland and Labrador, used for pulling carts and transporting goods.

The Newfoundland must be large enough to carry a person who has fallen into the water back to shore and must have strong hind legs and a significant lung capacity to swim great distances. It must also have a thick coat to withstand the icy sea waters; in short, it must be strong and muscular to complete its tasks, which have brought it fame. Importantly, the Newfoundland must be intelligent and loyal. In Newfoundland, it can serve as a working dog, companion dog, or guard dog. Its unique disposition is particularly praised, and its massive size and strength make it an excellent guard dog, while its gentle nature makes it a great companion. It is a guardian and playmate for children, and it is not easily harmed and is very good at protecting itself. No words could better describe the personality of the Newfoundland than the famous inscription on the Byron Memorial at the English monastery of Nystad.