ADDITIONAL NEWFOUNDLAND PICTURES
Family: Mastiff
Breed Group: Mastiff, AKC Working
Origin: Canada
Date of Origin: 18th Century
Originally used for: Guard dog, water dog, working dog
Used today: Rescue, companion
Other Name(s):
History of the Breed: This breed originated in Newfoundland, Canada. During the 19th century fishermen from many parts of Europe
came to work the plentiful cod banks off Newfoundland. Two types of working dogs could be found in Newfoundland a heavily built, large
dog with a heavy long coat called a St. Johns greater dog and a medium built smooth-coated dog called the St. Johns lesser dog. Fishermen
used both of these dogs, the lesser St. Johns dog became known at the Labrador and the greater St. Johns became known as the Newfoundland dog.
The Newfoundland was used as a general working dog. It was used to pull carts and wagons loaded with fish, fishing supplies, milk, and even mail.
The exact origin of the Newfoundland is unknown. Some say the breed originated in Newfoundland other say it was developed by
fishermen from Europe who crossed the breeds with dogs such as the white Great Pyrenees, the French hound, and Husky, and the Saint Bernard.
The breed we know today was developed in England from stock from Newfoundland. The Island of Newfoundland nearly legislated the native breed
to extinction in 1780.
General Appearance: A large Mastiff type breed. The head is massive, with a broad skull, slightly arched crown. The cheeks are well
developed. The eyes are small, spaced apart, deep set, and dark brown in color. The ears are relatively small and triangular shaped with rounded
tips and are set on the skull level with the brow. The deep muzzle is broad throughout its length with the top of the muzzle being rounded.
The neck is strong and well set on the shoulders. The back is strong, broad, and muscular. The chest is full and deep with the brisket
reaching at least down to the elbows providing great lung capacity. Ribs are well sprung. Very powerful legs with feet that are webbed.
The tail is broad at the base and reaches to the hock. The tail naturally hangs straight, when excited, the tail is carried out.
The tail is used as a rudder in the water. The long coarse heavy water-resistant coat varies from straight to slightly wavy.
Height & Weight:
Height 26-28 Inches
Weight 100-150 Pounds
Coat: Double undercoat is soft and dense, outercoat is coarse, the coat is long and varies from straight to slightly wavy
Color: Typically black however, they can be brown, gray, white and black
Grooming needs: Low, a good brushing twice a week.
Temperament of Breed: Sweet disposition and very loyal to their family
Friendly with children: Yes
Friendly with other dogs: Yes
Suitability as a watchdog: Excellent
Exercise Level: Medium, A daily walk is recommended.
Health Issues with the Breed:
Major: OCD, subaortic stenosis, hypothroidism, cruciate ligament weakness, heart disease, panosteitis, vWD, seizuring, hip and elbow
dysplasia
Minor:
Life Expectancy: 9-11 Years
2006 AKC Ranking: 44
First Registered by the AKC: 1886
Registries: CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, KCGB, CKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, APRI, ACR
ACR -American Canine Registry
AKC -American Kennel Club
ANKC -Australian National Kennel Club
APRI -American Pet Registry Inc.
CKC -Continental Kennel Club
CKC -Canadian Kennel Club
FCI -Fédération Cynologique Internationale
KCGB -Kennel Club of Great Britain
NKC -National Kennel Club
NZKC -New Zealand Kennel Club
UKC -United Kennel Club
Breed Organizations & Associations:
The Newfoundland Club of America
The Newfoundland Club
Newfoundland Dog Club Of Canada
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