On TV?
| Wasn't he grand? | |
| Did you see that lovely coat? Did you know it took countless hours to get the coat in that condition? Did you know if YOU get a Newfoundland the coat will take you hours each day to make it look that good? |  |
| And that the hair will all eventually end up on your floor, clothes, walls, drapes, beds, food... | |
| Did you see Josh run? Did you know Newfoundlands can be pretty high energy as pups and as adults? Did you know they need LOTS of exercise? | |
| Did you see Josh drool? No? Well, that's because his handler was quick with her towel to wipe the drool away. Are you prepared to carry a towel with you if you want to keep the slobber down to a minimum in your house? And periodically wipe down the walls and ceilings? | |
| Did you see how BIG Josh is? Newfoundlands get big! Do you know that one of the most common reasons why Newfoundlands are surrendered to rescue groups is that they "got too big?" And that veterinary bills will often be 2-4 times that of an average dog, even for the "normal stuff" like heartworm prevention? | |
| Did you see how well-behaved Josh was in and out of the ring? Did you know that that kind of good behavior does not come naturally but is the result of a lifetime commitment to shaping his behavior to make him a polite member of the family? | |
| Did you see Josh kiss Michelle in the ring (and vice versa?) Did you know that Newfoundlands are "people" dogs and can NOT be kept outside all the time, away from their people, that they prefer to sleep inside beside your bed? | |
| Did you think that a dog like Josh is just for you? See for yourself! Check the Newfoundland Club of America's website (www.newfdogclub.org) for the regional club nearest to you and meet some Newfoundlands up close and in person before you make your decision. | |
| written by Sharon Gwaltney-Brant DBM PhD DABVT | |
