Dogs from Newfoundland are gentle and make good playmates for children. They are not that active and don’t need a lot of exercise. They are strong swimmers and thrive in water. If you live near water, your dog can do a lot of swimming. You should vaccinate your Newfoundland when first received. If the dog is due for a vaccination, check with the prior owner. You should also get booster vaccinations as recommended by the veterinarian to keep the dog’s immunity to disease. Don’t forget to ask your veterinarian about flea-control products and worming.

Newfoundland dogs should be fed high grade dog food. Such foods should include meat. Twenty two or twenty six percent of your dogs’ diet should be crude protein. The fiber content should be four percent or less. You should brush your dogs’ topcoat and undercoat at least once a week. This should be done more often during shedding seasons, always with a wide tooth comb going down the skin. They shed there undercoat two times a year, with lighter shedding year round. You should bathe your Newfoundland about once every three months. Dry shampooing your dog is suggested. Trim your Newfoundland’s nails about once a week. Newfound lands are large and put so much weight on their feet, their nails need to be kept short. The tips of the nails should be just above the ground when the dog is in a standing position. Baby Newfound lands should be trained in obedience early on in life. These dogs are easy to train but it’s always important to start early. Always remember to be sensitive and soft spoken when dealing with your dogs. Learn the health problems that are associated with your dog. Newfound lands are prone to hip dysphasia, which is a malformed ball and socket in the hip joint.

This is why you pay close attention to your Newfoundland, so you can have a happy dog.