The Newfoundland’s full height is about 28.5 inches, but they can be taller. The Newfoundland’s massive feet have well-developed membranes, allowing him to swim at a high speed. These powerful and loveable dogs weigh about 152 pounds and eat quite a bit.
A Newfoundland’s coat is dense, and the hair is of a moderate length and greasy, contributing to it a waterproof quality. His color can be black, brown, or white with black markings. Black and white dogs of this type are called Landseers (after the British artist Edwin Landseer, who painted such dogs.) Dexterous and quick in water, the Newfoundland waddles like a seaman. These dogs love training, but prefer to do it in water. Newfoundlands are a dog for the whole family. Burglars beware: if there is a Newf in the house, it is best to keep away.