What City and State do you live in? Jackson Springs, NC
How many newfoundlands do you currently live with? 2
Do you have other breeds? Tell us about them? Yes, we also have a long hair chihuahua.
Do you have other creatures? We do. In addition to the 3 dogs, we have 2 cats, 2 bunnies & 1 turtle.
Are you an active breeder? No
What attracted you to the newfoundland breed? My husband had always wanted a Newfoundland. He loved the breed.
What areas of sport/competition interest you? Draft, water rescue, therapy, rally, obedience, scent work & barn hunt
Do you handle your own dog? Always
Have you earned titles with your dog/s? Tell us about them? We earned a WD title with Duncan in August 2023 & earned a DD1 title with Willow in October 2023. Both Newfs are therapy dogs, have their rally novice, CGC & trick dog titles.
Do you remember the first time you met a newfoundland? Yes. I met a beautiful black Newf named Isadora. She was owned by the Santiago’s.
Do you allow your dogs on your bed or furniture? We allow the dogs on the couch. Not on our bed. We value our sleep.
Do you groom your own dog? No
How to often do you trim your dog's nails? Do you or someone else trim the nails and how do they do it? The dogs nails are trimmed when they go to the groomers every 5-6 wks
Tell us something cute or sweet that your newf does? I love when they get on the couch with us when we’re watching TV & throw themselves across our laps.
How has the newfoundland dog impacted your life? Do you have a fond memory that you would like to share? Doing therapy work with these dogs has been life changing. Seeing the impact these dogs have on people is humbling & rewarding. I was visiting at a local hospital with one of our Newfs. We were on the Pediatric Outpatient Floor. We had just gotten off the elevator & this woman was walking by. She stopped in front of us. It was clear to see she was struggling. She was upset. She asked if she could pet him. I responded with “Of course, that’s what we’re here for”. She dropped to her knees & wrapped her arms around his chest, put her head on his back & cried. We stood there for a few minutes. She collected herself & told me how much she appreciated it & said he was just what she needed. It was absolutely beautiful witnessing the gentle spirit of this dog giving comfort to this person who just needed some comfort.
Tell us your biggest Newfoundland brag? Getting a water title & then a draft title on each dog within 2 months is pretty spectacular.
How many newfoundlands do you currently live with? 2
Do you have other breeds? Tell us about them? Yes, we also have a long hair chihuahua.
Do you have other creatures? We do. In addition to the 3 dogs, we have 2 cats, 2 bunnies & 1 turtle.
Are you an active breeder? No
What attracted you to the newfoundland breed? My husband had always wanted a Newfoundland. He loved the breed.
What areas of sport/competition interest you? Draft, water rescue, therapy, rally, obedience, scent work & barn hunt
Do you handle your own dog? Always
Have you earned titles with your dog/s? Tell us about them? We earned a WD title with Duncan in August 2023 & earned a DD1 title with Willow in October 2023. Both Newfs are therapy dogs, have their rally novice, CGC & trick dog titles.
Do you remember the first time you met a newfoundland? Yes. I met a beautiful black Newf named Isadora. She was owned by the Santiago’s.
Do you allow your dogs on your bed or furniture? We allow the dogs on the couch. Not on our bed. We value our sleep.
Do you groom your own dog? No
How to often do you trim your dog's nails? Do you or someone else trim the nails and how do they do it? The dogs nails are trimmed when they go to the groomers every 5-6 wks
Tell us something cute or sweet that your newf does? I love when they get on the couch with us when we’re watching TV & throw themselves across our laps.
How has the newfoundland dog impacted your life? Do you have a fond memory that you would like to share? Doing therapy work with these dogs has been life changing. Seeing the impact these dogs have on people is humbling & rewarding. I was visiting at a local hospital with one of our Newfs. We were on the Pediatric Outpatient Floor. We had just gotten off the elevator & this woman was walking by. She stopped in front of us. It was clear to see she was struggling. She was upset. She asked if she could pet him. I responded with “Of course, that’s what we’re here for”. She dropped to her knees & wrapped her arms around his chest, put her head on his back & cried. We stood there for a few minutes. She collected herself & told me how much she appreciated it & said he was just what she needed. It was absolutely beautiful witnessing the gentle spirit of this dog giving comfort to this person who just needed some comfort.
Tell us your biggest Newfoundland brag? Getting a water title & then a draft title on each dog within 2 months is pretty spectacular.
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