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| Breed: Newfoundland | Group (AKC): Working |  |
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| Country of Origin | Canada |
| Type of coat | Flat, dense, and coarse textured double coat; oily and water resistant. Outer coat moderately long, straight or slightly wavy. |
| Grooming | Daily brushing of his tick double coat with a hard brush. Shedding of the undercoat is twice a year. Avoid bathing unless necessary as it will strip away his natural coat's oils. Instead use dry shampoo. |
| Average height | 26 - 28 inches |
| Average weight | 110 -150 lbs. |
| Activity level | Outdoors - High, Indoors - Low |
| Watchdog | High |
| Protection | Low |
| Intelligence | High, Obedience - High, Problem Solving - High |
| Trainability | A calm and balanced manner is needed as he is a very sensitive breed who will listen to the tone of your voice. |
| Compatibility with children | Yes, good with small children, provides a wonderful companion for growing active children |
| Character | Responsive, docile |
| Ideal home environment | Not suited for apartment living as he need lots of room. A large fenced yard is essential. He is more suited to colder than hot climates. |
| Ideal owner | As with any giant breed his owner will require vigilance in his raising and caring for the Newfoundland. In return he will gives his complete devotion and constant protection. |
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