What Happens When NH&R Obtains A Newf?
When a Newf comes “into the system” we try to get as much background on the dog as possible. If the dog is registered with the AKC, we will try to contact the breeder. This step, however, isn’t always possible or in the best interest of the dog. Critical issues we look to evaluate the dog are health matters, compatibility with other dogs, cats and / or children, amount of training and temperament. Dogs with a history of deliberately biting people or showing obvious signs of dominance aggression are not accepted for placement. Many of the dogs have some kind of emotional baggage which must be dealt with by the adoptive family. We have experienced people within the rescue committee who evaluate potential rescue adoptee’s to determine if the dog is adoptable and, if so, what the dog will need from his or her new family. We get the dog to a vet for a checkup, shots (if not current) and spaying / neutering (mandatory). If a health problem is suspected (such as a heart murmur or obviously so
