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Tenderheart Newfoundlands is an AKC inspected, and Colorado state licensed and inspected breeder.
Please feel free to contact us at (970) 529-3350!
Please feel free to contact us at (970) 529-3350!
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A QUICK NOTE:
The NEWFOUNDLAND DOG DATABASE is a free and easy to use database, which was created for public use. This database enables users to gather the most accurate information on Newfoundland bloodlines and is the number one trusted source of bloodline information!
We have received quite an extensive online bashing for trying to help buyers to understand health certifications and where to find the most trusted and accurate information, as opposed to receiving false/fake health certifications by email. Many breeding dogs are claimed to have "OFA Health Certifications" where they have either failed the most important certs such as HIPS, or have no health certs at all. Continually breeding dogs known to have severe hip dysplasia can put the litter and breed health, at risk. False information and bashing of us pushed in social media, will not stop us from promoting breed health. We will continue to promote public education of how to use the NEWFOUNDLAND DOG DATABASE, and why hip certifications are one of the top health certs to have.
We are not partnered with or affiliated with any other breeder, regardless of any false claims made in social media groups. We are not accountable for any business problems or health issues arising with puppy purchases from any individual no matter where they are located, false claims to be a partner, relative, friend, or co-breeder, those who have a related Newf, or any other claims.
The NEWFOUNDLAND DOG DATABASE is a free and easy to use database, which was created for public use. This database enables users to gather the most accurate information on Newfoundland bloodlines and is the number one trusted source of bloodline information!
We have received quite an extensive online bashing for trying to help buyers to understand health certifications and where to find the most trusted and accurate information, as opposed to receiving false/fake health certifications by email. Many breeding dogs are claimed to have "OFA Health Certifications" where they have either failed the most important certs such as HIPS, or have no health certs at all. Continually breeding dogs known to have severe hip dysplasia can put the litter and breed health, at risk. False information and bashing of us pushed in social media, will not stop us from promoting breed health. We will continue to promote public education of how to use the NEWFOUNDLAND DOG DATABASE, and why hip certifications are one of the top health certs to have.
We are not partnered with or affiliated with any other breeder, regardless of any false claims made in social media groups. We are not accountable for any business problems or health issues arising with puppy purchases from any individual no matter where they are located, false claims to be a partner, relative, friend, or co-breeder, those who have a related Newf, or any other claims.
PLEASE READ BEFORE PURCHASING A NEWFOUNDLAND PUPPY.
Many breeders produce healthy pups; ethically, truthfully, and without false advertisement of
"OFA Health Tested Bloodlines" or "health clearances" to get their puppies sold. Some breeders do no
health testing and have produced seemingly healthy bloodlines, Other breeders do the health certifications and are happy to show the buyer. However, when a breeder claims health certifications while they're knowingly breeding dogs with severe hip dysplasia, your purchase becomes high risk for severe hip dysplasia as well. A cheap puppy coming from parents with severe hip dysplasia can quickly become an expensive puppy, with hip surgeries costing $15,000 and up.
Buyers who are distracted with a list shown to them of less-important Health Certs, often do not notice the most important hip certification is failed/missing. With so many webpages boasting of health certifications, it has become the buyer's responsibility to do the research; especially where multiple females (or males) with severe hip dysplasia are being bred. A health guarantee is only as good as the ethical breeder who presents it. If one will do anything to sell puppies, the health guarantee will likely reflect the same standards.
Thankfully, buyers can easily find Health Certs online by entering the dogs full name or AKC registration number of the breeding parents in the NEWFOUNDLAND DOG DATABASE. This database is the most trusted and accurate online database; it does not accept falsified documents or faked health certifications! Beware of false/fake health certifications sent by email.
The database only uses actual health certifications as they are completed by licensed veterinarians can not be altered or edited irresponsibly by the public.
Failed HIP certifications are the most common hidden health issue online; pushing pups coming from at least one parent with SEVERE HIP DYSPLASIA is NOT recommended by veterinarians! Anyone can easily research a dog's actual health certifications for free, online.
(Please click link provided below)
"OFA Health Tested Bloodlines" or "health clearances" to get their puppies sold. Some breeders do no
health testing and have produced seemingly healthy bloodlines, Other breeders do the health certifications and are happy to show the buyer. However, when a breeder claims health certifications while they're knowingly breeding dogs with severe hip dysplasia, your purchase becomes high risk for severe hip dysplasia as well. A cheap puppy coming from parents with severe hip dysplasia can quickly become an expensive puppy, with hip surgeries costing $15,000 and up.
Buyers who are distracted with a list shown to them of less-important Health Certs, often do not notice the most important hip certification is failed/missing. With so many webpages boasting of health certifications, it has become the buyer's responsibility to do the research; especially where multiple females (or males) with severe hip dysplasia are being bred. A health guarantee is only as good as the ethical breeder who presents it. If one will do anything to sell puppies, the health guarantee will likely reflect the same standards.
Thankfully, buyers can easily find Health Certs online by entering the dogs full name or AKC registration number of the breeding parents in the NEWFOUNDLAND DOG DATABASE. This database is the most trusted and accurate online database; it does not accept falsified documents or faked health certifications! Beware of false/fake health certifications sent by email.
The database only uses actual health certifications as they are completed by licensed veterinarians can not be altered or edited irresponsibly by the public.
Failed HIP certifications are the most common hidden health issue online; pushing pups coming from at least one parent with SEVERE HIP DYSPLASIA is NOT recommended by veterinarians! Anyone can easily research a dog's actual health certifications for free, online.
(Please click link provided below)
SOCIAL MEDIA
Our goal is to help educate, and help promote BREED HEALTH! We are not against anyone, and we do not promote false propaganda by any individual or group.
We are well aware of the drama and false information pushed online. Breeding Newfs is a competitive market, and our goal has only been to help educate and promote breed health.
Social Media can be a beast with online harassment and bashing, with clusters of individuals driven by destructive behavior who are merely online for negative attention. Your online experience is up to you. Between competitiveness, untruths, and those who don't believe in the value of health certs (everyone is entitled to their own opinions), it's quite easy to become misled by false information and group slander. You're welcome to send us an email, text, or call with any questions no matter where your puppy comes from. Health certs are an investment into the future health of Newfoundland breed. Though no living animal is ever fail-proof for life, pet insurance is always highly recommended.
Our goal is to help educate, and help promote BREED HEALTH! We are not against anyone, and we do not promote false propaganda by any individual or group.
We are well aware of the drama and false information pushed online. Breeding Newfs is a competitive market, and our goal has only been to help educate and promote breed health.
Social Media can be a beast with online harassment and bashing, with clusters of individuals driven by destructive behavior who are merely online for negative attention. Your online experience is up to you. Between competitiveness, untruths, and those who don't believe in the value of health certs (everyone is entitled to their own opinions), it's quite easy to become misled by false information and group slander. You're welcome to send us an email, text, or call with any questions no matter where your puppy comes from. Health certs are an investment into the future health of Newfoundland breed. Though no living animal is ever fail-proof for life, pet insurance is always highly recommended.
The NEWFOUNDLAND DOG DATABASE works hand-in-hand with OFA (ORTHOPEDIC FOUNDATION for ANIMALS). These databases are free and easy to use, accurately containing ALL completed health certification information which is automatically loaded into the database as it's completed by licensed veterinarians. Completed health certifications are not held by any other breeder or individual; all finished health certifications will show in the database unless the dog has FAILED and the breeder opts to not reveal failed health certifications, having withdrawn their consent. By withdrawing consent, only the passing health certifications will show up in the database. Missing important health certifications when the "easier" health certifications have been done, is often a red flag. Partial health certs are commonly an indication the dog has failed the most important health certifications (HIPS, ELBOWS, HEART). Extreme veterinary expenses on average vary between $15,000-$20,000 for hip replacement!
The breed recommended health certs are OFA HIP and/or PennHip, OFA Elbow, OFA Heart, and Cystinuria.
Minor health certifications such as OFA Thyroid, OFA Eye Cerf, and OFA Patella optional, though we prefer to have these done as well.
Once you have the dogs AKC# and you've located the dog in the the NEWFOUNDLAND DOG DATABASE, you'll see a list of actual health certifications which have been completed; looking up health certifications is this easy. Now that you are in the database, here are a few examples of terms to understand:
1). HD are the initials used for Hip Dysplasia, meaning the dog actually has Hip Dysplasia. When health certs have been done but the Hips certification is still missing, OFA provides the breeder the option to keep any failing results hidden from public view; hence, missing failed health certifications. There are three levels of severity with HD.
2). DJD are the initials used to describe Degenerative Joint Disease, meaning the dog has Degenerative Joint Disease. This issue is most commonly seen in the hips and elbows. DJD carries several levels of severity as well.
3). OA are the initials used for Oseteo Arthritis.
4). SAS is Subaortic Stenosis. This is the most common canine heart defect of which the intensity of SAS is also graded according to severity.
WE PROMOTE RESPONSIBLE BREEDING!
Puppies are often spammed through misuse of Facebook to make quick money. Facebook prohibits the selling of any live animals; our Facebook page is for your enjoyment.
Our breeding program is based on health, correct type & temperament, proper care not to be overrun with multiple litters, and is not based on quantity of pups or marketing.
As a small hobby-breeder, we do not keep multiple numbers of sires and dams. Our Newfs live in the comfort of our home and fenced backyard, interacting within our household daily. Our Newfs enjoy the comfort of being family members, and are not kept outdoors in livestock in pens. Our commitment is to produce healthy loving puppies, with time to enjoy and care for our pups properly. Please feel free to inquire of our available puppies, current breeding plans, or to ask any questions.
The breed recommended health certs are OFA HIP and/or PennHip, OFA Elbow, OFA Heart, and Cystinuria.
Minor health certifications such as OFA Thyroid, OFA Eye Cerf, and OFA Patella optional, though we prefer to have these done as well.
Once you have the dogs AKC# and you've located the dog in the the NEWFOUNDLAND DOG DATABASE, you'll see a list of actual health certifications which have been completed; looking up health certifications is this easy. Now that you are in the database, here are a few examples of terms to understand:
1). HD are the initials used for Hip Dysplasia, meaning the dog actually has Hip Dysplasia. When health certs have been done but the Hips certification is still missing, OFA provides the breeder the option to keep any failing results hidden from public view; hence, missing failed health certifications. There are three levels of severity with HD.
2). DJD are the initials used to describe Degenerative Joint Disease, meaning the dog has Degenerative Joint Disease. This issue is most commonly seen in the hips and elbows. DJD carries several levels of severity as well.
3). OA are the initials used for Oseteo Arthritis.
4). SAS is Subaortic Stenosis. This is the most common canine heart defect of which the intensity of SAS is also graded according to severity.
WE PROMOTE RESPONSIBLE BREEDING!
Puppies are often spammed through misuse of Facebook to make quick money. Facebook prohibits the selling of any live animals; our Facebook page is for your enjoyment.
Our breeding program is based on health, correct type & temperament, proper care not to be overrun with multiple litters, and is not based on quantity of pups or marketing.
As a small hobby-breeder, we do not keep multiple numbers of sires and dams. Our Newfs live in the comfort of our home and fenced backyard, interacting within our household daily. Our Newfs enjoy the comfort of being family members, and are not kept outdoors in livestock in pens. Our commitment is to produce healthy loving puppies, with time to enjoy and care for our pups properly. Please feel free to inquire of our available puppies, current breeding plans, or to ask any questions.
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Most buyers are aware of some puppy contracts which require the buyers to commit to purchasing a particular brand of supplement for an extended amount of time, sometimes for years, or even for the lifetime of the pup.
It is not our goal to make money from your puppy purchase for years to come. We also do not require the purchase or yearly subscription of supplements of any kind.
We encourage everyone to consult with their vet and thoroughly research any product they intend to add to their pups daily regimen.
(Please click links below)
It is not our goal to make money from your puppy purchase for years to come. We also do not require the purchase or yearly subscription of supplements of any kind.
We encourage everyone to consult with their vet and thoroughly research any product they intend to add to their pups daily regimen.
(Please click links below)
At what age should I begin giving my large breed dog joint supplements?
Naturally, we want our puppies to grow up healthy and strong. Large/giant breed commercial puppy foods are FDA approved and carefully balanced to have the right amount of vitamin D, calcium, and other minerals. According to the Canine Arthritis.org, research has shown using supplements while your puppy is growing can throw off that balance, increasing their risk of Developmental Orthopedic Disease such as elbow or hip dysplasia, and eventually arthritis. We highly recommend consulting with your veterinarian if you feel your pup has a health issue which is causing him to become nutritionally deficient enough to require added supplements.
Joint health is highly determined by how your pup is raised! While a well-balanced diet plays a huge roll in the health of your puppy, special care should be taken to help prevent injuries from being overweight, playing too rough, over exertion or excessive exercise, injuries acquired through the use of stairs, jumping up, jumping in and out of vehicles, or the dreaded unexpected injury you missed witnessing altogether.
A Newfoundland is a slow-to-mature breed, taking up to 2-3 years to fully mature. This is why OFA does not allow OFA HIP and OFA ELBOW FINALS before the age of 2-years! It is the responsibility of the puppy owner to provide a safe growing environment and premium kibble to help support good health. The DOG FOOD ADVISOR is a great resource which rates dog foods with one to five stars. Your recommended premium foods are those rated 3.5 stars, and higher. Premium foods are not necessarily the most expensive foods, there are several good premium foods which are reasonably priced. Your Newfoundland puppy should be placed on premium ADULT food no later than age 4-months, as puppy food is known to have too much high-protein and calcium, which has been known to contribute towards excellerated growth and abnormal bone density. The slower maturing joints often can not support abnormal development.
The Newfoundland breed is prone to several health issues, including heart and joints. ALL PUPPIES should have their hearts checked before going to their new homes. The OFA (Orthapedic Foundation for Animals) explains the heart is not fully developed and can not be cleared of SAS until after 12-months.
Social media can be a beast with online harassment and bashing being quite common. Your online experience is up to you. Between competitiveness, untruths, and those who don't believe in the value of health certs (everyone is entitled to their own opinions), it's quite easy to become misled by false information and group slander. You're welcome to email, text, or call us with any questions no matter where your puppy comes from. Health certs are an investment into the future health of Newfoundland breed. Though no living animal is ever fail-proof for life, pet insurance is always highly recommended.
Even the best of show dogs can carry serious genetic issues. Health certifications are recommended but not required of anyone including breed club members, nor are certs required for the show ring. Promoting education and health of the breed without accusation should be a priority for all reputable breeders, without creating biased conversations to promote false information or labeling of other breeders by any individual or organization. The notion that health issues in the breed are limited to any certain bloodline or a particular class of breeders, is absolutely ridiculous. Health certifications were created to help monitor ALL bloodlines. Education is of the utmost importance with any extra-large breed.
We encourage buyers to ask questions, visit your breeder if possible, and to take advantage of the health and pedigree info provided on our pages to help make your buying experience easier.
Thank you for your consideration~~
~~Please read "YOUR PUPPY!" and "INFO-LINKS". These pages were created just for you!~~
Visitors are welcome, and we have always enjoyed meeting our puppy families! Please contact us to set up an appointment that will work well for each of us before dropping by.
Social media can be a beast with online harassment and bashing being quite common. Your online experience is up to you. Between competitiveness, untruths, and those who don't believe in the value of health certs (everyone is entitled to their own opinions), it's quite easy to become misled by false information and group slander. You're welcome to email, text, or call us with any questions no matter where your puppy comes from. Health certs are an investment into the future health of Newfoundland breed. Though no living animal is ever fail-proof for life, pet insurance is always highly recommended.
Even the best of show dogs can carry serious genetic issues. Health certifications are recommended but not required of anyone including breed club members, nor are certs required for the show ring. Promoting education and health of the breed without accusation should be a priority for all reputable breeders, without creating biased conversations to promote false information or labeling of other breeders by any individual or organization. The notion that health issues in the breed are limited to any certain bloodline or a particular class of breeders, is absolutely ridiculous. Health certifications were created to help monitor ALL bloodlines. Education is of the utmost importance with any extra-large breed.
We encourage buyers to ask questions, visit your breeder if possible, and to take advantage of the health and pedigree info provided on our pages to help make your buying experience easier.
Thank you for your consideration~~
~~Please read "YOUR PUPPY!" and "INFO-LINKS". These pages were created just for you!~~
Visitors are welcome, and we have always enjoyed meeting our puppy families! Please contact us to set up an appointment that will work well for each of us before dropping by.
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Why we DO NOT remove dewclaws! Statistics show removing the foreclaws (dewclaws) creates high risk of dysplasia and the development of terminal cancer. Please click the following link to learn more....
https://iheartdogs.com/the-dewclaws-debate-keep-them-or-lo…
https://iheartdogs.com/the-dewclaws-debate-keep-them-or-lo…
Our Commitment to Newfy Health:
The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is a public resource (see link below), specifically developed for the use of Veterinarians and responsible breeders. We post our certifications online for your convenience on Our Sires and Our Dams pages.
~~CLICK HIGHLIGHTED LINKS BELOW~~
Pedigree info www.newfoundlanddog-database.net/en/
OFA heart/hip/patellas/elbow/Cystinuria www.ofa.org
Available Health Certifications:
* OFA Heart Certification...............Available at 12-Months
* Cystinuria Certification.......................Available at Birth
* OFA Elbows Prelim-Cert..............Available at 12-Months
* OFA Hip Pre-lims or PennHip.........................12-Months
* OFA Patellas Certification............Available at 12-Months
* OFA Final Hip Certification.........Available at 24-Months
* OFA Thyroid (Growth/Auto-Immune)............at 12-Mon.
We also provide:
* DNA profiling......................................Available at Birth
* 3-Generation Pedigree.........................Available at Birth
* OFA Dentition (Teeth/Bite placement).......at 12-Months
***We DO NOT breed for the dilute colors creme, tan and beige (dilute brown); or gray (a dilute black). These are not "rare colors", and are not colors promoted by breed standard. The dilute gene is a genetic defect, often carrying serious fur quality issues such as hot-spots & bacterial skin infections, poor discolored coat with thin/balding fur on the ears, head, legs and tail.
~~Thank you for your consideration~~
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~~ABOUT US~
Tenderheart Newfoundlands is located in the beautiful mountains of Southwestern Colorado. We have over 14-years of experience in raising quality Newfoundland bloodlines. Our Newf's live in the comfort of our home and fenced yard; our puppies are raised inside our home and handled daily from birth. Our extended Two-Year Health and Genetic Guarantee is posted online for your convenience, on our Health Guarantee page. Deposits are non-refundable.
We offer puppies for family pets, or with Full Registration to approved homes (inquire within). Feel free to contact us for more information, including how to get added to our waiting list. We aim to keep our families informed, as well as providing healthy intelligent pups. We look forward to hearing from you!
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Our Paddington Bear, AKA Sterling
Current residence/Egypt |
Carl and Carol Gray
Cortez, Colorado 81321 Cell Phone # (970) 529-6993 |