Newfoundland
Sweet, patient and powerful, the Newfoundland was developed to help fishermen with water work and hauling. It is gentle and loves to be near its family.
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- Bred for
- Water work and hauling for fishermen
- Typical energy
- Low to moderate
- Size
- Large
Where to start
Usually motivated by praise, closeness and food. Use that in training and keep sessions short and rewarded.
First focus
Teach manners while your puppy is small: a grown Newfoundland is very strong.
Next
Use soft praise and food, and keep training warm and unhurried.
Daily habit
Practice loose-leash walking and calm greetings from the start.
Breed notes describe tendencies in a group of dogs, not your dog. Every dog is an individual, and Dogify does not assess your dog. This is general training information and not a substitute for a qualified professional.
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