What is the temperament of a Newfoundland dog like?

Personality. According to the AKC Standard, "Sweetness of temperament is the hallmark of the Newfoundland." This is a vibrant breed who adores being around people, and wants to be included in all aspects of family life. read more

Temperament and behavior are also shaped by raising and training. You can avoid some negative traits by choosing an ADULT dog from an animal shelter or rescue group. With an adult dog, you can easily see what you're getting, and plenty of adult Newfoundlands have already proven themselves not to have negative characteristics. read more

”, you are only going to be able to get a generalization. If you take one person from billions, generally, you will get a nice person. read more

Like other giant breeds, the Newfoundland grows very rapidly between the age of four and seven months, making him susceptible to bone disorders. As a big dog, he ages more quickly than small dogs too. read more