About Newf Friends

Newf Friends Newfoundland Dog Rescue is a volunteer run, foster home based rescue group for Newfoundland Dogs in need in Ontario, Canada.
We place Newfs into carefully screened homes in Ontario and surrounding provinces and states.
Established in 2008.

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Friday, February 23, 2018

Bentley



Bentley
2018-004

I was adopted!

Quick Adoption Overview
DOB 7 years young
Located in Barrie, ON
Fenced yard required

Before applying to adopt a dog or emailing us with questions, please read the dog's entire bio and review our FAQ page.  Emails asking questions that are answered on that page will not be responded to.

All about Bentley

Bentley is a super sweet fellow ready to find his perfect forever family.   A superstar at home, he is calm and well mannered, sweet and affectionate and an all-around great catch!  We are told he is a Newf/Mastiff/Bernese Mountain Dog mix.  Whatever mix he is, he's a cutie!



Bentley is a gentle, friendly boy who loves car rides, leisurely walks and wearing hats.  He adores cookies and listens very well when treats are involved!


He enjoys his daily 20 minute leisurely stroll around the neighbourhood, and to the park where he greets children nicely looking for pets and belly rubs. His leash manners have come along wonderfully thanks to his foster family.     



A laid back kind of guy, Bentley would be delighted to be the only dog in his family or to join a home with a mellow dog who is not going to try to get him to romp and play. He greets other dogs nicely, he just prefers to enjoy his surroundings on his own.

Bentley is neutered and up to date on vaccines. He has some minor skin issues which occasionally require some special shampoo, but for the most part, all is well under control.

He has loads of love to give in a great home with lots of cookies!  Maybe yours?

To be considered for adopting a dog through Newf Friends please submit a completed application, which can be found on the CONTACT US/FORMS page.




Before completing an application or emailing us with questions, please review our FAQ page.  As outlined on our FAQ page, applicants who do not meet our adoption requirements (ie. no fenced play area, living in an apartment building, having young children, etc.) will not be considered -- please do not email us asking us to make an exception.

Sunday, February 11, 2018

Freja

Freja
2018-003

I was adopted!

Quick Adoption Overview
DOB January 22, 2015 -- 3 yrs old
Located in Cambridge, ON
Good with dogs
Good with cats
Fenced yard required
Before applying to adopt a dog or emailing us with questions, please read the dog's entire bio and review our FAQ page.  Emails asking questions that are answered on that page will not be responded to.

All about Freja

This sweet girl arrived in our care on February 10 and is thriving in the care of her foster family.  She is a sweet and friendly Newf who knows some basic commands and loves to get loads of attention.


Her original owners rehomed her themselves on Facebook late last year, but the people who acquired her were unable to resolve some housebreaking issues when she was left home alone, so they surrendered her to us.  Her foster family has successfully resolved these issues and Freja is doing great!


Freja has some mild separation anxiety issues and can become stressed when left alone, particularly if she is crated.  Her foster family have been working hard to resolve this and Freja is now able to spend a few hours at home alone without issue.  Good girl Freja!

Having said that, she would be happiest in a home where someone is around a good portion of the time -- long days alone (more than 4 hours) would be rough for her.  Her ideal adopters will have the time to continue to work with Freja to build her confidence and help her reach her full potential.


A Nothing in Life is Free approach works wonders for this girl and all dogs who come into our program.


Freja gets along well with other dogs and has happily had some play sessions with the resident Newf at her foster home.  She is far more focused on people than dogs but does find the company of another dog when her foster family are out to be of great comfort.  For this reason we feel she is better suited to a home with another dog.

She is also well mannered around cats so could join a home with a feline pal.  Good girl Freja!


She has nice manners, knows basic commands and is a gentle, friendly girl.

Freja has been spayed and is UTD on vaccines.
Update April 1:  Freja is currently being treated for a UTI; it is possible that she may require prescription food to prevent recurring infections.

An adoption donation will apply.
To be considered for adopting a dog through Newf Friends please submit a completed application, which can be found on the CONTACT US/FORMS page. Before completing an application or emailing us with questions, please review our FAQ page.  As outlined on our FAQ page, applicants who do not meet our adoption requirements (ie. no fenced play area, living in an apartment building, having young children, etc.) will not be considered -- please do not email us asking us to make an exception.