If you're considering getting a dog, then perhaps A Newfoundland puppy is a good choice. This gentle giant of the dog world will give you years of affection and loyalty. Although this puppy has a reputation of being a couch potato, you will find him to be very hard working and he will strive to please his owner. This dog breed is wonderful with children and is extremely patient, which makes for a wonderful family dog. Newfoundland puppies love being indoors so don't be misled by their size as an indication of wanting to be an outdoor pet. They want to be where their family is.
The color of Newfoundland puppies ranges from black to brown and grey. They have double coats with undercoats that are flat and course textured, which gives them water resistant coats. Newfoundland puppies love water and when looking at their lumbering size, it would be hard to believe how fast they can move in water. They have webbed paws, which make them excellent swimmers.
Newfoundland puppies are very docile when they are indoors, but they change dramatically when they go outside. Here you get to see the true beautiful nature of this gentle giant. You will find that they are extremely responsive, highly intelligent and great problem solvers. They find glory in protecting the family. You will often see them standing between members of the family and any perceived danger. Of course, due to their size, this is usually enough to ward off any danger.
Newfoundland puppies have another specialty, their quality of lifesaving. This is partly due to their webbed feet and a built in sense of danger to humans. This dog can be the perfect companion in many ways such as a protector, a guardian, and a companion that will never leave your side. This gentle giant has much to offer those that choose Newfoundland dogs as their lifetime companions.
Newfoundland puppies are not just bundles of fluff. You have to keep in mind that they will grow to about 150 lbs. Therefore, it is extremely important that they are enrolled in obedience classes as soon as possible. It is useless to try and train this breed of dog on your own. To achieve their potential, Newfoundland puppies need formal training in such things as socialization, wearing a collar and leash, house breaking, sitting and staying. When your dog is formally trained, it makes life so much easier for both of you in the long term.
There are a few things you will need if you decide that these puppies are for you. The first of these will be a good strong leash and collar so that you can take your pet for daily walks. You will also need good puppy food to give him the best start in life that you can and you will find many premium dog foods on the market, made just for puppies. When you have met your new puppy's needs, you can sit back and watch your Newfoundland puppy grow and become your loyal lifelong companion.
