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Newfoundland: Children And Other Pets

This cuddly giant is highly tolerant of children, which is important because he's a kid magnet thanks to his size and wealth of soft fur. But he can also accidentally knock over a toddler or small child, and can appear intimidating to children who don't know him.

As with every breed, you should always teach children how to approach and touch dogs, and always supervise any interactions between dogs and young children to prevent any biting or ear or tail pulling on the part of either party. Teach your child never to approach any dog while he's eating or sleeping or to try to take the dog's food away. No dog, no matter how friendly, should ever be left unsupervised with a child.

The Newfoundland is also easygoing and friendly with other pets, including cats and small mammals, as long as he is properly socialized and trained.

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"Cow Hocked"

I recently purchased a registered newfoundland from a woman in Sunnyview, Missouri, The puppy is 8 weeks old. As soon as he... (continued)

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Agression

Is this a characteristic of a Newfie? Will they agress on other animals without provication?

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