My newfoundland service dog part 1

Some video of my newfie service dog, Max, in action and just some of the things he does for me

Category:

Pets & Animals

Tags:

• Newf
• newfie
• newfoundland
• ptsd
• anxiety
• agoraphobia
• drepession

[merlinfluff]

RIP my beautiful, perfect newfie. You will always be remembered and loved. Max passed away from Canine Dilated Cardiomyopathy on the 7 May 2011. He waited long enough to meet my gorgeous son. Have a wonderful time over beyond the rainbow with a strong heart and plenty of energy to play.

[geroni1971]

These dogs are truly amazing. I had a Newfie for 13 years, been without him for 2, and am 4 weeks away from getting another one. They are awesome.

[merlinfluff]

13 that's a good age, must miss your Newfie, good luck with your new Best Friend

[merlinfluff]

Although CCS did issues a disability parking card for Elly which was great and helps with access

[nzsrsf]

Truly amazing animals. I am both delighted and amazed to see Max and you working in NZ. Until recently I was involved in advanced training assistance dogs within NZ. My struggle with OCD, GAD, panic disorder and depression has led me to do more research on psychiatric dogs and I can only hope that one day they are recognised internationally for the wonderful work they do. All the best and thankyou for showing this video. It gives me and i'm sure many others hope.

[merlinfluff]

BTW who did you used to work for? Mobility dogs, top dog companion trust?

[zipperhead53]

Looks like a Service Bear.

[BeingMarieT]

You're not alone, please take care and keep taking one step at a time:)

[lillyellajessica]

This is awesome!! My newfs are good but wow! Did u train him yourself???

[Kierakittie]

@merlinfluff I found this video when looking to see how well a newf would handle being a service dog, my fiancee ((wedding day planned in June 2012)) is disabled with lower back and nerve damage. This video was beautiful, we are looking to get two newfs in the next year. Something we have been planning for many years now. Max is a beautiful dog, It is so sad to hear you lost him, but this video has answered some basic questions on trainablitly. Thank you both for sharing.

[MSChelsey1988]

I cried watching this, because I too have anxiety disorder. I don't leave the house without my boyfriend. I would love it if I could have a dog that is allowed to go into grocery stores.

[MrLilblondie822]

@merlinfluff God Bless you and Max.. this is an amazing, beautiful Newfie. So very sorry to hear that Max has passed. I have 2 Newfies, a 2 yr old female, Mya. And Murphy, a 14 week old boy. I would love to have him become a therapy dog. Any suggestions on where and when to start?

[tracyhobbs]

awww.... he looks like a big teddy bear :)

[thebashersplace]

A newfoundland dog is the best dog from the best province. You should visit st johns. You had a really nice newfoundland dog

[TheCassiFish]

@merlinfluff Fist you had me crying from the amazing things your dog was able to do to help you NOW you having me crying for the loss of such a wonderful companion.

RIP Max.

[noleafclover614]

:'( RIP Max

[TheBahaiGirl]

How did you train him? I'm currently training my own psychiatric service dog :)

[crimsonblood8]

@merlinfluff I am so sorry. He looks like such a great service dog!