The Newfoundland

The Newfoundland is a Canadian dog breed known for their giant size, calm disposition, loyalty, and strength. The breed was created to work side by side with fishermen, and these gentle giants excel at water rescue. They are strong enough to navigate powerful tides and swim through rough ocean waves, and they can swim long distances while also being large enough to bring drowning people ashore.

Through history, these dogs have performed many tasks. Besides working with fishermen they’ve hauled wood and powered blacksmith bellows.

Newfoundlands are loyal and make wonderful family dogs. They are sweet, loving, easy to train, and generally good with children. However, their mere size can create problems if they’re not trained. The largest known Newfoundland weighed 260 pounds and measured over 6 feet from nose to tail.

This is a breed that requires daily exercise to stay healthy. They also need regular brushing.