The Newfoundland world was rocked recently by the unfortunate incident in Oxford CT. that involved multiple Newfoundland dogs getting away from their handlers and mauling a Labrador Retriever resulting in the Lab's death and injury to the dog's owner. Many unfortunate choices by the owner of these dogs led to this situation. This incident makes it even more important for all of us as owners of very large, powerful dogs to make a commitment to training, responsible handling and vigilance when our dogs are in public. Please take the time to insure that your dog is a model citizen and a good reflection of the breed whereever you take your dog. Training classes abound, opportunities for proper socialization are all around us, and by making the choice to own the gentle giants of the dog world we also choose to protect them and their reputation as a breed. If you need assistance and advice in training your Newfoundland, do not hesitate to contact the Regional Club closest to you for referrals and information.

Sincerely,