Unfortunately, the Golden Newfie is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Giant Wauzers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Kind
Sweet
Cheerful
Trustworthy

Independent
Alert
Powerful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Dominant
Loyal
Kind
Strong
Willed

Golden Newfies are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Giant Wauzers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

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Newfoundland, Golden Retriever

Westie, Giant Schnauzer

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Gray

White
Black
Silver
Gray

Golden Newfies have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Giant Wauzers have medium-length coats.

A Golden Newfie can have a litter of 4-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Giant Wauzer can have a litter of 5-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Golden Newfies are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Giant Wauzers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Hip Dysplasia
Subaortic Stenosis

Hip Dysplasia
Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy
CMO
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Cobalamin Malabsorption
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Entropion
vonWillebrand’s Disease

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Copper Toxicosis
Chronic Anemia
Autoimmune Thyroiditis

X-Rays
Electrocardiogram
Urinalysis
Blood Work
Full Physical Examination
Biochemistry Profile
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination

Blood Test
Thyroid Tests
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Hip and Knee

Golden Newfie has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Giant Wauzer has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Golden Newfies are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Giant Wauzers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Golden Newfie, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Giant Wauzer, it's at least 11 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Ideally, Golden Newfie should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Giant Wauzer should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Dematter
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 85-150 pound (39 - 68 kg) Golden Newfie feed 4 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 20-75 pound (9 - 34 kg) Giant Wauzer feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Golden Newfie is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average cost of a Giant Wauzer is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Golden Newfie is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Giant Wauzer is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Golden Newfies are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Giant Wauzers can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Golden Newfies make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Giant Wauzers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Golden Newfies are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Giant Wauzers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Golden Newfies are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Giant Wauzers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Golden Newfies are highly friendly around strangers.

Giant Wauzers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Golden Newfies are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Giant Wauzers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.