THE 4 STAGES OF THE NEWFOUNDLAND DOG

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THE 4 STAGES OF THE NEWFOUNDLAND DOG

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Just like any dog, Newfoundlands go through different stages of life. Most of them aren't born gentle giants they evolve into one.

THE PUPPY STAGE

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Usually from 0-6 months.

THE PUPPY STAGE

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The fun stage where you get to carry, snuggle, and get to know your new fluffball!

THE PUPPY STAGE

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There are naps, there’s playtime, teething, & growing! In this stage, you get to watch your puppy grow overnight & you’re overcome with excitement that you finally have the dog that you’ve always dreamed of.

THE ADOLESCENT STAGE

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Also known as the  Velociraptor stage

THE ADOLESCENT STAGE

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This can be the most trying  stage of raising a Newfie for  new owners

THE ADOLESCENT STAGE

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Because they are not prepared for it and they don't know how to manage a rapidly growing giant puppy

THE ADOLESCENT STAGE

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And it's the most NOT gentle part of this "gentle giant" breed

THE ADOLESCENT STAGE

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They are a lot of work at this stage and they need to be challenged and stimulated but the work that you put in will be very rewarding in the next stage.

MORE LIFE STAGES

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To learn about the rest of the life stages of Newfoundlands, visit the link below