Comparison: Leonberger and Newfoundland

Leonberger and Newfoundland are marked as similar in our database. The table compares only the data we have on the breeds.

Leonberger
Photo: Pleple2000, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
Newfoundland
Photo: ChrisS3435, CC BY-SA 4.0, source
LeonbergerNewfoundland
FCI group2. Pinscher and Schnauzer, Molossoid breeds, Swiss Mountain and Cattle Dogs2. Pinscher and Schnauzer, Molossoid breeds, Swiss Mountain and Cattle Dogs
Country of originGermanyCanada
CategoryGiantGiant
Height at withers65–80 cm63–71 cm
Weight40–75 kg45–70 kg
Life span8–9 years8–10 years
Recognition features
  • Lion-like mane, thick golden-red coat
  • Black mask and massive build
  • Webbed feet
  • Large, massive dog with a dense water-resistant coat
  • Most often black, also brown or black-and-white (Landseer)
  • Broad head and gentle expression
CoatLong dense water-resistant coat with undercoat; yellow to red-brown with a black mask.Double, oily, water-resistant coat; black, brown or white-and-black.
PurposeCreated in the 1840s by Heinrich Essig of Leonberg as a ´lion´ from Saint Bernard, Newfoundland and Pyrenean stock.A working dog of Newfoundland fishermen that hauled nets and rescued drowning people; it has webbed feet.

Breed page: Leonberger · Breed page: Newfoundland

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The information is indicative. Texts are based on available sources and may contain inaccuracies; for binding details (e.g. for breeding or shows) use the official breed standard.