Newfoundland dogs legendarily love water. They may look like giant teddy bears (and can weigh up to 175lb / 80kg) but their webbed feet and water-repellent coats mean they are perfect for water rescue ...

Newfoundland dogs are still practicing the same lifesaving skills they would have used in the 19th century. It’s a dark and stormy night and you’ve suddenly found yourself swept off of your wooden ...

Aug. 17—JAMESTOWN — As onlookers watched from the beach, a "victim" treading the water waved his hands and shouted for help — causing a Newfoundland dog to quickly hop into the water. With a rope ...

The Newfoundland dog directed a Good Samaritan's attention to his canine friend in need, triggering the golden retriever's water rescue Kelli Bender is the Pets Editor at PEOPLE. She has been working ...

Newfoundland dogs have long been prized for their protective instincts. They are often thought of as a “nanny” dog capable of watching over young children. In fact, J.M. Barrie based the nursery dog ...

CASSELTON, N.D. - Most dogs described by their owners as "skin and bones" and "all legs" don't weigh 180 pounds. But then, Boomer is no common canine. With all four paws on the floor, the 3-year-old ...

If you love to swim or visit rivers, beaches and lakes, it's always fun to bring your dog along for the adventure. Not all breeds take to it as well as others, however. Some dogs are more like cats in ...