Articles about Newfoundland. Posted by newfoundland-dog-breed-store.com
The general appearance Newfoundland - the dog is of pleasant disposition, is neither dull nor irritable. He is a devoted companion. Multi-purpose dog that feels itself at home, on the water and on land comfortable. Newfoundland is capable of draft work and has natural abilities of a rescuer.
Newfoundland - is a large, thick fur coated, well-balanced dog, has deep body, heavy bones, is muscular and strong. This exemplary dog breed is noble and bears his head proudly. Then we are going to present you the description of an ideal Newfoundland. Any deviation from this standard should be penalized, depending on the degree of deviation. Structural disadvantages and disadvantages in motion that are common to all working dogs are also undesirable in Newfoundland breed, even if they are not specified in this description.
Size, proportion, substance The average height of an adult male - is 28 inches, of an adult female - 26 inches. The approximate weight of adult male ranges from 130 to 150 pounds, adult female - from 100 to 120 pounds. Males are more massive than females. Large size is desirable, but never at the expense of balance, structure and correct gait. Newfoundland is a little bit longer (at length) than at the height when measuring from shoulder to buttocks and from withers to ground. Newfoundland - is dog of desirable substance, which is determined by the elasticity of the ribs, developed muscular system and heavy bones.
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