Newfoundland dogs legendarily love water. They may look like giant teddy bears (and can weigh up to 175lb / 80kg) but their webbed feet and water-repellent coats mean they are perfect for water rescue ...

Newfoundland dogs are still practicing the same lifesaving skills they would have used in the 19th century. It’s a dark and stormy night and you’ve suddenly found yourself swept off of your wooden ...

Aug. 17—JAMESTOWN — As onlookers watched from the beach, a "victim" treading the water waved his hands and shouted for help — causing a Newfoundland dog to quickly hop into the water. With a rope ...

The Newfoundland dog directed a Good Samaritan's attention to his canine friend in need, triggering the golden retriever's water rescue Kelli Bender is the Pets Editor at PEOPLE. She has been working ...