If you’ve been following me for a while, you’ll know that I love coming up with designs for the national specialty shows. I’m a self-taught graphic designer, so my first…
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Should You Buy a Newfoundland Puppy from a Pet Store
The short answer is no. You should not get a Newfoundland puppy from a pet store. You shouldn’t get any puppy from a pet store. You might think that you…
Newfoundland Dogs in Cold Weather
We have been incredibly fortunate with winter in North Dakota this year. Unseasonably warm temperatures and minimal snow make a happy human. But now that the new year has rolled…
Where Can You Get a Newfoundland Dog From?
I cannot even begin to tell you how many times I have been asked this question. More often than not I am in an airport with a puppy, delivering it…
How Much Does a Newfoundland Puppy Cost in 2024
As much as we all wish it were so, Newfoundlands are not cheap pets to have. From purchasing a pup from a responsible breeder to general costs associated with owning…
Color Genetics in Newfoundland Dogs
This is quite possibly my favorite topic relating to Newfoundlands. My stance is that discriminating against any color in Newfoundlands is the dog world equivalent of racism. So any breeder,…
The Slobber Squad: Do All Newfoundlands Drool or is it Just a Myth?
If you have ever seen a Newfoundland, you might have wondered, “Do all Newfoundlands drool?” The short answer is yes, but as with all things in life, it’s not quite…
10 Table Scraps Your Dog Should Never Eat
We all love to spoil our pets from time to time. Especially when they have those big puppy eyes, begging for a goody from the table. However, there are certain…
Understanding Lyme Disease in Dogs
This is the time of year my family heads out on the annual camping trip to Wisconsin. Unfortunately northern Wisconsin is also home to deer ticks, the nasty little buggers…
How to Treat Hot Spots on Dogs
Hot spots, also known as acute moist dermatitis, can be a troublesome and uncomfortable condition for our Newfies. These red, inflamed, and oozing patches of skin can cause immense discomfort…