Breed of large dog said to have originated in Newfoundland. Males can grow to 70 cm/27.5 in tall, and weigh 65 kg/145 lb; the females are slightly smaller. They have an oily, water-repellent undercoat and are excellent swimmers. Gentle in temperament, they have a dense, flat coat, usually dull black.
Newfoundlands that are black and white or brown and white are called Landseers.
Breed of very large heavy usually black dogs developed in Newfoundland; highly intelligent and vigorous swimmers. + prikaži više