Newfoundland Information

Newfoundland Pictures and Breed Profile

Bookmark and Share

Newfoundland

Breed Information
Information
back to
Dog Breeds

Newfoundland

Newfoundland Picture
The Newfoundland At a Glance
Recognized By
AKC 
Country of Origin
Canada 
Life Expectancy
10 - 12 yrs 
Height Range
26 - 28 in 
Weight Range
110 - 150 lbs 
Colors
Black, brown, or Landseer (white with black markings) 
Trainability
Very good; can be quite sensitive 
With Children
Excellent; a dedicated, gentle companion for children 
With Animals
Good 
Climate
Tolerates cold well; sensitve to extreme heat 
Indoor/Outdoor
Loves indoor companionship, but needs plenty of outdoor room 
Exercise Reqd
Needs some regular exercise, although he may require motivation; a natural swimmer 
Grooming Reqd
Daily brushing. Sheds profusely twice a year.  
User-Contributed Newfoundland Photos
The Newfoundland photos below have been submitted by site visitors. If you have or had a Newfoundland and have Newfoundland pictures you would like to submit, click the link below!
Newfoundland Pictures 0
Submit your own
Newfoundland Pictures
sancho being sancho
Posted by jen from wisconsin
Newfoundland Pictures 709
 Average Rating
Rate This Photo
User-Contributed Newfoundland Information
Below are user-submitted comments about Newfoundland behavior, Newfoundland training, Newfoundland health, and more. If you have experience with or just an interest in the breed, you can post your comments by clicking the link below!
No Newfoundland comments have been posted yet.
Newfoundland Information

Newfoundland Common Health Screenings
The following health screenings are often performed by responsible Newfoundland breeders:

Cardiac Evaluation - OFA
Cystinuria (genetic test)
Elbow Displasia (OFA, by X-Ray)
Hip Dysplasia (OFA or PennHIP)

Newfoundland Health Issues