As their name suggests, Newfoundlands originated in Newfoundland where they were used as working dogs. They pulled nets for fishermen, hauled lumber, carried loads, retrieved things from water and rescued drowning victims.

Newfoundlands are extremely courageous, patient and obedient dogs who are great with humans. They love and protect their family and enjoy playing with children. This breed is friendly and kind towards everyone who has no evil intentions.

Newfies love water and thrive in colder climates. Although they can live in apartments, a house with a yard would be more suitable for this gentle giant of a dog.

1. Newfies would do anything to make their human kids smile

Mishka, I'm sorry, they made me put this bow on you. #mishkanewfoundlanddog #newfoundlanddog

A post shared by Alona Tomilchik (@smily_meerkat) on Oct 21, 2025 at 8:07pm PDT

2. They want to share adventures with you

👹HAPPY HALLOWEEN👹How cute are these matching outfits!? Where's Also? #Puppy love. #Newfoundlanddog #gentlegiants

A post shared by Diego (@glammedbydiego) on Nov 1, 2025 at 7:13am PDT

3. And can’t hide their excitement when they see you

4. They keep you warm on cold, winter days

Some of us are still enjoying our morning home. #sleepingin #cuddle #dogsofinstagram #dogslife

A post shared by Sully (@sullythenewfie) on Oct 28, 2025 at 5:06am PDT

5. And take care of their smaller friends

Happy Birthday to our favorite little buddy, @fidvicious!!! Sending lots of drooly kisses your way 🐶😘❤️❤️ #murphythenewf #newf #newfoundlanddog #newfie #dog #dogs #instadog #instapet #gentlegiantoftheday #giantbreedlovers #dogloversofinstagram #ilovemydog #dogstagram #newfoftheday #happy_canines #chihuahua #chi

A post shared by Murphy (@murphythenewf) on Oct 29, 2025 at 8:52am PDT

6. Newfies get really hyped when you want to play with them

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A post shared by Nandi | Bee | Bells | Floydie (@nandiappleby) on Nov 2, 2025 at 1:10pm PST

7. They love the smell of autumn

A cold day + a damp tarp = Guinness Fynn protesting against coming inside #newfieproblems #newfoundlanddog #newfoundland #newfie #newf #dog

A post shared by The Concordville Newfs (@thenewfcrew) on Nov 3, 2025 at 6:25am PST

8. And can’t resist the sound of leaves

'Ello! #fall #leaves #newfie #newfoundland #newfoundlanddog #dog #puppy

A post shared by @storm_the_gray_newfie on Nov 1, 2025 at 1:43pm PDT

9. This breed would spend days in water

Indi's favourite place on a hot day! #newfoundland #dogs #breeder #dog #woof #newfoundlanddog #hotday #pool #drool #australia #tomuchcute

A post shared by Indi & Lulu (@indi_lulu_newfoundlandands) on Nov 3, 2025 at 1:41pm PST

10. And they like to explore nature

#Enzo #Ferrari #newfoundland #newfie #missyou #home #myman #bigboy #dog #kentucky

A post shared by Kristen Graves (@kmgturbo3) on Nov 5, 2025 at 9:44am PST

11. Sometimes, people get confused when they see them

Please don't be afraid of me. I am not a bear! #imanewfie

A post shared by Margie McGrath (@margiethenewfie) on Nov 3, 2025 at 1:21pm PST

12. And other times, Newfies want to confuse humans

New bibs for Penny and Cruz. #dogsofinstagram #cruznewfs #newfiegram #newfie #newfoundlanddog #mansbestfriend #droolicious #dogbib #drool

A post shared by leef (@76leef) on Nov 2, 2025 at 5:14am PST

13. They are darling, gentle creatures…

Playing tag of war. IT'S MINE!! #newfoundlandsofinstagram #newfoundlanddogs #newfoundlanddog #newfoundland #newfie #newf #gentlegiantoftheday #gentlegiant

A post shared by @a_bon.chirk_k on Oct 27, 2025 at 6:23pm PDT

14. …who love their family selflessly

Doggie equivalent of a Mom pushing a stroller (Pictured: Guinness Fynn, Skyy & Storm) #newfoundlanddog #newfoundland #newfie #newf #puppy #puppies #carting #momandbaby #dog #gentlegiantoftheday #gentlegiant #workingdog #dogsofinstagram #dog_features

A post shared by The Concordville Newfs (@thenewfcrew) on Oct 31, 2025 at 9:21am PDT

15. And would trust their humans with their life

Older pic of my lap dog about to get a bath. #newfie #newfoundland #dogsofinstagram #beardog #yogibear #yogi #newfoundlanddog #pinzgauer

A post shared by MonsterZ666 (@monsterz666) on Oct 27, 2025 at 6:40pm PDT