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Do you want a gentle giant of a dog around your
home? Would you love to have a friendly, protective
pet that will attract attention because of its looks
and demeanor? If so, a Newfoundland might
just be the pet you are looking to add to your
family. Newfoundland owners consistently praise this
large and beautiful breed for its calmness and
loyalty. Getting a well-bred puppy from a good
breeder could be the first step to many years of
enjoyment with your Newfoundland.
It is extremely important that you learn as much as
you can about this breed before you begin your
search. After you prepare yourself with information
and you arm yourself with questions to ask, we
recommend visiting at least three reputable breeders
in order to give yourself a chance to compare. Take
your time while choosing which breeders to visit.
Take even more time as you look at their facility
and their dogs.
Whether you decide to buy a puppy from a breeder or
want to get your Newfoundland from a reputable
rescue organization, it is important to ask
questions, specifically about the health of the dog.
A breeder should be very open to giving you
information about both parents of the litter. In
addition, he or she should be able to answer
questions about possible genetic health problems, as
well as provide you with proof that the puppy is
certified as free from these conditions.
If you find a wonderful, older Newfoundland at a
rescue site, make sure you learn as much as you can
about the dogs background and breeding. Getting this
information early will go a long way toward
eliminating future problems. As you look for the
perfect puppy, keep in mind that you may not want to
choose the first little dog that seems to pick you.
Sometimes the puppy that is not quite so forward
makes the best pet. Instead, choose your new puppy
on color, though this might be a secondary factor in
your decision.
Remember, the Newfoundland can be black, brown,
gray, or a beautiful bronze. The white Newfoundland
with dark markings is also recognized as part of the
breed in the United States, although not in some
European countries where the white dog is considered
a different breed. If thinking about breeding your
dog later, you need to decide early whether to
purchase a female or a male. When making this
decision, keep in mind that some male dogs of this
breed do show aggression toward other males, upon
reaching maturity. However, good breeding and early
training can often eliminate much of this problem.
You may want to consider American Kennel Club (AKC)
registration or some other formal documentation of
pedigree. For breeding or showing, this would be a
very valuable step. Of course, if buying a young
Newfoundland that would be a family pet and home
companion, this would not be necessary. If you
decide to show your Newfoundland, it is also very
important to know the dog’s bloodlines very exactly.
A top breeder should be able to give you all the
information you need about this process.
One other item you should keep in mind as you search
for your Newfoundland is the chance that your puppy
or young dog may become seriously ill or die. This
might be difficult to think about as you bring a
puppy home, but having guarantees from the breeder
for replacement will save headaches later.
Therefore, ask to have these guarantees in writing
and make sure you will at least get your money
returned if you lose your Newfoundland within a
certain period. Taking these steps is the best way
to begin life with your new pet.
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