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DESKUNKING YOUR NEWF

In the late 90s, our female Newf, who was the object of worship by the cats, encountered a black and white kitty cat.  If you alarm bells didn’t sound, let me be clear:  she approached or was approached by a SKUNK! … Continue reading

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THE HANGOVER, PART II

The Newfs are sleeping it off again.  They are genuinely asleep, with Banner propped belly-up along a wall..  Greg will walk in at any moment and say, “What did you do to those dogs!”. ; ) The household is at … Continue reading

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OUR AGING NEWFS: TEACHERS AND FRIENDS

With the grooming room being only moderately heated, and the air for drying being ambient, I watch for weather opportunities for bathing.  In addition, our washer drain freezes in extreme weather, so laundry must be done ahead of an expected … Continue reading

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BASIC COAT CARE FOR A NEWFOUNDLAND

(Last updated 5/25/22) Grooming your Newfoundland serves multiple purposes.  Combing and brushing removes loose hair, and doing this frequently will prevent development of mats and keep your dog’s skin healthier.  Bathing regularly will not only make the Newf clean and huggable, … Continue reading

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