Newfoundland

Gentle Giant of the North
Newfoundlands are massive, mellow sweethearts who live for family and water.

Experienced Owner

Best for experienced owners with space, patience, and a love of shedding.

Tail Of The Tape

Trait
Low
High
Height
26
in
28
in
Weight
100
lbs
150
lbs
Lifespan
9
yrs
15
yrs
Activity Needs
Average
Average
Average
Average
Moderate energy—daily walks, swimming, and slow, steady movement.
Trainability
Willing
Willing
Willing
Eager to please but slow-moving. Gentle, consistent training works best.
kid compatability
Kids
Kids
Excellent with kids and pets. Naturally nurturing and calm.
grooming needs
High
High
High
Thick double coat requires regular brushing, especially during shedding seasons.
noise level
Quiet
Quiet
Quiet
Very quiet. May snore, but rarely barks without reason.
Good for Allergies
No
No
Heavy shedding—not suitable for allergy-prone homes.

What It's Like To Own One

Living with a Newfoundland is like living with a furry guardian angel. They’re massive, gentle, and oddly intuitive—like they were sent here just to love you better than you love yourself. They’re famously great with kids, tolerant of chaos, and happiest when near their family (preferably lying directly in front of a doorway).

But don’t mistake their calm for low maintenance. They shed, they drool, and they need space to stretch out. If you can handle that, the payoff is a kind, steady presence who feels more like a companion than a pet.

Personality Snapshot

• Calm, sweet, and reliable\n• Great with kids and pets\n• High grooming needs\n• Needs room to move\n• Not heat-tolerant

Breed Embodiment

Paddington Bear
Gentle, polite, and always wearing a coat

Fictional Owners

Clark Kent (Superman)
Powerful, loyal, and endlessly kind
Marmee March (Little Women)
Nurturing, wise, and endlessly patient
Bob Belcher
Calm, steady, and surprisingly heroic when needed

Where They Want To Live

Newfoundlands need room to move—physically and emotionally. They do best in homes with a yard, access to water, and people who are around more often than not. They hate the heat, love the snow, and are happiest when they feel included.

They’re built for big-hearted homes with calm energy and soft furniture (even if they technically aren’t supposed to be on it).

Dating Profile

I’m soft, soulful, and I will absolutely drool on your shoes. I’m down for slow walks, snow days, and soulful stares across the room. Bonus points if you own towels. Lots of towels.

Things To Know

• Double coat = lots of brushing\n• Needs cooler environments\n• Prone to joint issues—no rough play\n• Huge water lovers\n• Can be clingy with family

Gear Guide

• Deshedding rake and undercoat comb\n• Extra-large cooling mat\n• Floating toys and dog-safe life vest\n• Orthopedic bed\n• Portable drool towel

Bottom Line

Newfoundlands are gentle giants with  lifesaver instincts, massive hearts, and equally massive grooming needs. They’re not for the squeamish or the spotless—but for families who want a kind, steady, soulful dog, they’re unbeatable.