The origin of the Newfoundland breed is still being disputed. The Vikings and the Basque fisherment visited Newfoundland in early 1000ad. They worked side by side with the retrieving dogs. The Newfoundland dog that we know today were developed in England. After WWII, a great dog named Siki became the most famous stud dog of the breed. Most Newfound dogs today can trace their history to Siki.
The dog shares many characteristics with the mastiffs. Some say from St. Bernards. Originating from the Newfoundland county, they have the trait of being good water rescue dogs. They are also called bear dogs because of the size and was introduced by the Vikings. When colonization was allowed in Newfoundland, the breed has been established and its popularity came.
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