Welcome to the Central Ontario Newfoundland Dog Club

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The Central Ontario Newfoundland Dog Club (CONDC) was founded in 1978 for Newfoundland Dog owners and lovers who wished to learn more about the breed, help their dogs acquire new skills, attend events specific to the breed and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow Newf enthusiasts. 

At the Central Ontario Newfoundland Dog Club, our mission is to provide a welcoming and inclusive community where members can connect, have fun, and make a difference. We strive to create a safe and supportive environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

The club regularly holds and takes part in events such as:

• Parades, picnics and fun days
• Carting seminars and testing
• Water rescue seminars and testing
• Newfoundland National
• Grooming and health seminars

 We hold an annual general meeting once a year where we all get together to discuss the past year, future plans and talk endlessly about the joys of  being owned by a Newfoundland Dog. 

We also hold quarterly meetings to keep up to date with what is happening with the club and events.

Next Zoom Meeting: Wednesday October 9th at 7pm

If you would like to attend please email CONDCPresident@gmail.com

Widely considered to be one of the most intelligent dog breeds in the  world, the Newfoundland is an ideal companion. In addition to being an  excellent pack carrier and guardian for children and families, the Newf  is unmatched at water rescues. In modern times, it is brought along for  hiking and camping expeditions, but is also still held in high esteem by  rural families in need of a working dog. 

The Newfoundland is truly a massive dog in all respects. Standing at an  average of 26 to 30 inches in height and weighing from 120 to 150  pounds, the powerful, heavily boned Newfoundland is strong enough to  drag a drowning man from a turbulent sea. The massive head is set atop a  thick and muscular neck, and a body both strong and broad in size. The  Newf's body is longer than it is tall, and its gait is effortlessly  powerful, with a good drive and reach that covers much ground in few  steps. 

The Newfoundland's coat is generally black. The Landseer coat, which is  white with black markings, is also a common coloration. It is comprised  of a dense, soft undercoat that keeps the dog warm and dry at the skin,  and a medium length water resistant outer coat that is straight or wavy  and coarse to the touch. The undercoat is less dense during warm months,  when the Newf will shed much of its hair. 

The Newfoundland is calm, sweet and friendly, especially toward  children, but he can be protective if the situation calls for it.  Although he's not a workaholic like some dogs, he enjoys activity,  especially swimming. Canine sports in which the Newfoundland  participates include obedience trials; draft, tracking, and water tests;  and sledding. He's also an excellent companion for a hiker or  backpacker and makes a super therapy dog, being just the right height  for standing at a bedside. 

As with any dog, early, frequent socialization is essential to prevent a  Newf from becoming overly suspicious or fearful of anything new or  different. Purchase a Newfoundland puppy from a breeder who raises the  pups in the home and ensures that they are exposed to many different  household sights and sounds, as well as people. Once certain vaccines  are given and your vet gives the go-ahead, continue socializing your  Newfoundland by taking him to puppy kindergarten class, visits to  friends and neighbors, and outings to local shops and businesses. 

 The Newfoundland is a very capable and versatile dog. If you, as an  owner are willing to teach, the Newfoundland is willing to learn. They  will try anything for you. Briefly, the following section highlights a  few of the things this breed is capable of, with a brief description of  each. Some are just for you and your dog, and others can lead to titles  of recognition by the Canadian Kennel Club. Similar titles can also be  earned in the U.S.A. but some slight variations may occur in the  required tasks.