Rescue & Adoption

If you are looking for a Newfoundland as a family pet, please consider adopting a Rescue Newfoundland. These Newfs are in need of a Forever Family - could you be the one? While these Newfs cannot be shown in conformation, they can participate in many other fun events and can become wonderful additions to families.

For more information on how to adopt a wonderful Rescue Newfoundland, visit the website below for more information.




Newfoundland Club of America Rescue Network

 


Newfoundland Club of America and regional Newfoundland clubs have had an active Rescue Service for many years. The goal is a loving home for every Newf. They accept all purebred Newfoundlands regardless of age or condition. Local Humane Societies normally call when they get a Newfoundland. We do accept owner-surrendered dogs if referrals are not possible. Rescued Newfs are housed, cared for, and rehabilitated (if necessary) by various club members (volunteers). Newfoundland Rescue strives to match each Newf to the right family, and we have been successful - we have rescued and placed well over 100 dogs. If you are interested in knowing more about Newfoundland Rescue please contact the Newfoundland Club of America Rescue Network who will answer your questions and refer you to the regional Newfoundland Club Rescue in your area.


How does the Newfoundland Rescue obtain dogs?

Newfoundland Rescue clubs distribute thier phone numbers to vet offices, shelters, groomers, and other rescue groups.  Most of the dogs are owner-surrendered. Reasons vary from moving, divorce, allergies, etc., to owners who think it's the dogs fault, for example, because he's untrained, barking, too hairy, slobbers too much, and so on. Sometimes the dogs are completely healthy, and other times they desperately need veterinary care.



 Recommended reading:

 

 

The Best Friends I Have Were Brought to Me by my Dogs by Christine Ryan Pulver

Rescue Me! your Guide to Selecting, Adopting and Caring for a Shelter or Rescue Dog by Bardi McLennan

To The Rescue: Helping Homeless Purbred Dogs by Barbara Curtiss

Adoptable Dog: Teaching Your Adopted Pet to Obey, Trust and Love You by John Ross & Barbara McKinney