The Newfoundland has a dense, water resistant double coat that the Royal Kennel Club says needs grooming every day. The breed is described as gentle, docile and patient, and the AKC calls it a nanny dog for kids. It needs up to an hour of exercise a day and a large house and garden rather than apartment living.
Also searched as Newfie.
| Adult weight, male | 59 to 68 kg |
|---|---|
| Adult weight, female | 45 to 54 kg |
| Size | Giant, over 40 kg |
| Height | 66 to 71 cm |
| Coat | double, flat and dense, water resistant outer coat with a soft undercoat |
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