Why you're NEVER ready to own a Newfoundland dog

Nicknamed “nanny dogs” and “gentle giants,” Newfoundlands might sound like a dream to own. But in reality, these dogs are full of surprises—and they’re often way more challenging than you’d expect. No matter how much research you do, there’s just no preparing you for the real experience of life with a Newfie. So, before you bring one of these lovable giants into your home, here are 9 essential things that you really need to know.

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[tristankelsey]

I adopted a rescue. I've had her for 2 months and she's an angel. My last dog was out of his mind till his last days. I miss him dearly of course but my Newfoundland is a very calm and pleasant change in dog ownership in comparison. There nothing like them. My new favorite breed 100%

[qdav]

Everything you said is true. But Newfies are absolutely wonderful. I have never seen a happier or more loving dog than a Newfoundland.

[TomLawlor-iqgm]

Guess you are unaware that both the Golden and Labrador Retrievers came into being because of the Newfoundland Dog. In fact, the Labrador (which has no connection to Labrador), was known for the first 100 years or so after its creation as The Lessor Newfoundland.

Back in the day, here in Newfoundland (and it's Newf-In-Land, rhymes with "understand", never Newf-in-Lund or Newf-in-Lind), their fur was combed, carded and spun into "wool". The wool was used to knit warm clothing.

[dieseldaddy]

Everything that's said here is true. I've had Beaches for many years. Yes, they're expensive to keep up ARE WORTH IT!!!! The LOVE they give back is the BEST, , , and I wouldn't trade it for ALL THE TEA in

[dieseldaddy]

I meant I don't know where beaches came in. Stupid spellcheck