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Newfoundland Rescue
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One of the
most important of the club's activities is rescuing
unwanted or abandoned Newfs. When a club member is made
aware of a Newfoundland in need, rescue operations
immediately begin. The dog is brought into the club's
fold, placed in a foster home, given any required
veterinary care, and evaluated for temperament and
socialization. If the dog is adoptable, the search for a
new family begins. This is a great way to acquire a Newf
that will be eternally grateful for his new home.
Colonial does not place Rescues outside our geographic
boundaries. (MD, VA, WV & DC). If you live outside this
geographic region go to
http://www.ncarescue.org/ for information about Newf rescue
in other regions.
Newfs generally require fencing. One of the
characteristics most appreciated by their families is
their devotion to people, not property. However, this is
a major drawback if there is no fencing in place.
Rescue rarely receives puppies under a year of age. If
you feel a young Newf is a must for your family, you may
want to consider contacting breeders. Go to
http://www.ncanewfs.org/breeder.shtml for helpful information
on aspects of selecting a breeder and a puppy.
Yes, we do home checks - we are not looking for dust
bunnies - Newfs seem to coexist with them quite nicely -
we are looking at the soundness of your fencing, any
hazards that may be hiding in your yard, a chance to
offer advice, and items of that nature.
Fostering is rarely a good way to get to know the breed.
It provides you with knowledge on "one" newf ... and
that one may have some very special needs, or just not
carry much coat, or be a non-drooler, etc. Not exactly a
way to learn a lot. Then, there are the necessary
requirements of segregating the rescue from your
"current population" during the initial phases and
evaluations. Not a set up many homes can accommodate.
However, - CNC club members who want to volunteer are welcome!
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Questions?
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Colonial
Newfoundland Rescue
Dotty Hudson
newfrescue@cox.net
(757) 233-0300
Dotty is generally available by phone
Monday and Thursdays 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
and Mondays 6:30 pmto 8:30 pm.
If this timing doesn't work for you,
please e-mail her to arrange another time
or leave a message and she will return your call promptly.
Newfoundland Club of America
Mary L. Price
mlprice@mhtc.net
(608) 437-4553
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