missing a newf

[teahcrew]

many of you know me and know I have adopted older newfs now for years. I laid my last girl to rest in March. Everyone is hard, but she was so hard to put down. We bonded even more closer than usual because she had dementia and I was housebound with disabling health issues. We were each other's north star.

Now that she is gone, and I have had time to grieve, I find myself really missing a newf. Of course i always did, but now, for sure. my health is much better. And my financial limits based on my health improved greatly when I got on SSDI. (which means I am home 24/7 now)

I am an experienced newfie owner, especially of the older ones. But I am hesitant to try again. have any of you experienced this before? This is the first time....

I am even dreaming of newfs...looking for one, seeking it, crying out its name and not finding it. So I know, subconsciously, my heart yearns for one.

advice anyone?

 

[2newfs4now]

If it were me? I'd be checking local rescues, Petfinder and anywhere else to find a Newf; but that is me. Only you know what is right for you.

 

[R Taft]

I cannot imagine life without a newf.....several of the rescues have broken my heart when we have had to put them to sleep. But to be able to have their love and to give some Rescue a second chance (or third) is worth that pain.
I see so many Rescue's available over in the USA and Canada. So many sad faces, so many longing hearts.
Open your heart again and allow another newfie to be as happy and loved as your last one. Not replacing her, just making a space in your heart for another. And they will give you their whole heart Ronnie

 

[DAWNMERIE]

I'm thinking you will find the one that is in need of you and you will see that it happens at just the most perfect timing! (oh, and I SO look forward to seeing that post....now I will keep my eyes on you with anticipation of wonderful news) And just to mention I think that Murphy mentioned something about 5 coming into rescue up in Canada.....I'm sure from what I've seen here on NN that a transport is possible!!

 

[NessaM]

I don't have any advice...but *hugs*

My two guys have changed my life. I frequently tell them they have to live forever, because I don't know how to live without them any more. So...more *hugs*.

I do think that all the newfs you've loved in the past will steer the next Newf who needs you your way soon.

 

[YorkvilleNewfie]

I do think that all the newfs you've loved in the past will steer the next Newf who needs you your way soon.

I second this. And maybe you'll find that not only are you calling out for a Newf, but there might be one out there now calling out for you.

 

[Garden_girl]

But I am hesitant to try again. have any of you experienced this before? This is the first time....

I've shared this story with Newf friends, but I'll post it here, as well.

Several years ago, my husband and I were at a hot air balloon festival with our Newfs, Nellie and Murphy. A couple walked over to meet the dogs, they told us how much they loved the breed. They said they used to have a Newf, but would never get another because the pain of losing them was too much to bear. At the time, I thought what they said was crazy. Now, 6 years later, and after losing my first Newf, Nellie, I know what they meant. It wasn't so crazy after all.

The thing is, they make your life beautiful. I have had many breeds over the years, I have loved and lost so many. A Newf is as close to a human in a fursuit as I'm ever going to get. I don't think we will ever be without a Newf.

 

[Bella and Gabe]

The thing is, they make your life beautiful. I have had many breeds over the years, I have loved and lost so many. A Newf is as close to a human in a fursuit as I'm ever going to get. I don't think we will ever be without a Newf.

Well said, Paula! :hugs:

When I lost my first newf (Bella) our Gabriel was still a puppy so we had him to love and to mourn Bella with us. That said, at first, I didn't think I could ever get through the mourning process. A newf truly is (in my opinion too) "as close to a human in a fursuit" as a dog can get. I've now been able to welcome and love completely three additional Newf (besides Bella and Gabe). Each is special. Each is loved. Each has added something to my life that wouldn't have taken place without them.

Bella was our our heart dog and I'll never ever forget her but each additional pup has made our lives even more wonderful when we didn't think it could happen.

Time is the key. At the right time, you'll know and find the next pup.

:hugs:

 

[BLCOLE]

I am an experienced newfie owner, especially of the older ones. But I am hesitant to try again. have any of you experienced this before? This is the first time....

Sounds like we have a bit in common. I have my own health issues and I like older Newfs. I am now on my THIRD rehome from a breeder. I like the rehomes from breeders because they come pre-trained, pre-socialised, etc.

I say go for it!

Oh yeah, I've been known to use a Newf as a service dog. I am going to have to work with my current Newf; she has the makings of an excellent "hearing ear" dog.

 

[BLCOLE]

I do think that all the newfs you've loved in the past will steer the next Newf who needs you your way soon.

I have a VERY interesting anecdote about this. When I knew that my first Newf, Zeus, was going to have to be put down, I made arrangements to rehome his SON, Vinnie. I helped Zeus over the bridge the Tuesday before Thanksgiving in 2008; I made arrangements to pick up Vinnie that coming Sunday.

The meet and greet with Vinnie was SURREAL. Its like Vinnie was EXPECTING me, even though we had never met. When the handler opened Vinnie's pen, Vinnie ran to me, buried his head in my chest, and started CRYING. It was like I was picking up a dog from boarding after going on an extended trip... but Vinnie and I had never met...

 

[YorkvilleNewfie]

I have a VERY interesting anecdote about this. When I knew that my first Newf, Zeus, was going to have to be put down, I made arrangements to rehome his SON, Vinnie. I helped Zeus over the bridge the Tuesday before Thanksgiving in 2008; I made arrangements to pick up Vinnie that coming Sunday.

The meet and greet with Vinnie was SURREAL. Its like Vinnie was EXPECTING me, even though we had never met. When the handler opened Vinnie's pen, Vinnie ran to me, buried his head in my chest, and started CRYING. It was like I was picking up a dog from boarding after going on an extended trip... but Vinnie and I had never met...

Oh Brad, that's beautiful.

 

[DAWNMERIE]

Oh some of these stories.....just amazing. Just touches me like nothing else!

 

[Bella and Gabe]

I have a VERY interesting anecdote about this. When I knew that my first Newf, Zeus, was going to have to be put down, I made arrangements to rehome his SON, Vinnie. I helped Zeus over the bridge the Tuesday before Thanksgiving in 2008; I made arrangements to pick up Vinnie that coming Sunday.

The meet and greet with Vinnie was SURREAL. Its like Vinnie was EXPECTING me, even though we had never met. When the handler opened Vinnie's pen, Vinnie ran to me, buried his head in my chest, and started CRYING. It was like I was picking up a dog from boarding after going on an extended trip... but Vinnie and I had never met...

Brad, your story of Zeus and Vinnie gave me chills and a happy tear too. Oh how wonderful! Thank you for sharing your story.

 

[Ocean's Edge]

I have a VERY interesting anecdote about this. When I knew that my first Newf, Zeus, was going to have to be put down, I made arrangements to rehome his SON, Vinnie. I helped Zeus over the bridge the Tuesday before Thanksgiving in 2008; I made arrangements to pick up Vinnie that coming Sunday.

The meet and greet with Vinnie was SURREAL. Its like Vinnie was EXPECTING me, even though we had never met. When the handler opened Vinnie's pen, Vinnie ran to me, buried his head in my chest, and started CRYING. It was like I was picking up a dog from boarding after going on an extended trip... but Vinnie and I had never met...

What a wonderful and touching story - I absolutely believe that some relationships are meant to be, and we are brought to them (human and animal alike)

So beautiful that you had such amazing relationships with both of them

 

[Garden_girl]

Brad! :hugs:

 

[heather pluciennik]

This is why I love Newf Net! Love the story's and help with problems!
You'll know when it's the right time to get another newf. Mine has helped me through thick and thin times. There are many on the rescue sites that are hoping for a place to call home!! Hugs and kisses from Morgan here!

 

[mulenag]

I'm so sorry...we lost our girl in March also. I know you said you have had your time to grieve, but maybe you haven't. I know I am still grieving over the loss of Ebony.
When we lost her we truly felt lost. We were lucky to have Ross, but he isn't a Newf and he was grieving quite hard too. We all missed Ebony so much. I talked to some breeders, but the idea of a puppy was almost exhausting. Ebony's illness took so much out of me that I just didn't know if I was ready for the constant care a pup needs. That is when we turned to Rescue. Yes, the thought of losing another is awful, but the joy they bring outweighs that for us. We were without a Newf for a month and that showed me that we can never be Newfless again.
I hope in time you will be able to open your home and heart again, but you may just need more time. (((hugs)))

 

[victoria1140]

its always so hard when you loose any pet but I joke that when Beau and Merlin pass on that I am going to need a counsellor and therapy to help with their passing.

We always say there is an animal out there for everyone, when we lost Spider our lab cross I hated the feeling of him not lying under my legs or being there plus our JRT was pining.
we went around every rescue centre trying to find a dog that would fit in with our lives as Maddy was a stroppy rescue so we had to have an animal that would fit in with her.

A chance phone call to a Spaniel rescue centre led us to a strays and abandoned council pound that we had never heard of up till then and that is where we found Jessie our gsd in horrendous conditions and barely able to walk as she was so thin.

Well we sprung her , found out she was pregnant , nursed her to health and happiness and we kept Merlin our golden boy.Two of he pups saved peoples lives from a house fire so if we hadn't rescued her someone wouldn't be around now.

we always knew we wanted a newf but it was difficult to find one as some of the rescues werent suitable or already booked whenever we found one.
i was searching through the websites looking to see if there were any new additions when Jessie came over , slapped her paw on my computer and wham a new rescue site appeared that had a newf locally. Phone calls abounded and because one of the coordinators knew our vets and knew we were home checked through another rescue meant Beau was fast tracked to us and four days later we went and picked up this boy who has given us so much joy.

Sometimes fate is meant to intervene and we have always said if the time is right you will know it and find the animal you need to help you. I agre with the older ones its always harder but I would rather have an older dog that needs me than one that just needs a home

 

[teahcrew]

thank you all for your kind words and supportive posts. I loved all the stories and they touched me deeply. I have been adopting older newfs now for many years. And my last girl, Story, was a retired breeder. I would love to do that again! I too had a Bella as my first newf. She was a puppy when I got her and I had to put her down way too soon because she developed epilepsy that took more away from her than it left. Her littermate was Story, whom I got 7 years later when that breeder retired her! So yes, I DO connect with all of you!

I had one dog, Joey, who was my buddha dog. Such a spiritual animal. He comes to me in dreams when I am ready. And he has been. I think alot of myhesitancy comes from the fact that I have just come out of a very dark time in my life when I was bed ridden and impoverished and am getting use to finally having money again and health to boot! And part of it is because the impact Story had on me was HUGE. I have never been loved so largely before. And needed. Her dementia made me the center of her world. I would do it all over again in a heartbeat. Funny, isnt it, that I would do it over again yet i am almost afraid to try again with another newf.

I do not want a puppy. Puppies are hard on me physically. I like my elders who can take slow walks with me. I miss that. Story and I use to take 2 to 3 walks a day as well as our play time out in our fenced in yard. Her version of fetch was: I would throw the ball and she was amble over to it and stand there all proud, showing me she had found it! Bring it back? Nope. She didnt get that at all..lol.

well, if you all know of an older newf that needs a home, please let me know. I am in Ohio tho with the transports I dont think that matters. male female any color. I think I am ready....

 

[beau]

I never thought I would own another Newf either.. My heart was broken when Beau passed. I grieved for a long time and thought I could never own another, own isn't the right word, I thought I would never be owned by another Newf. Time passed and I have been in the company of other dogs and none of them can fill the hole a Newf leaves.. I miss the drool and fur, I miss having to walk over a big newf rug.. Even now I could cry myself to sleep at the thought of my new furbaby dying. The time is so short that we have with them, that it seems to make it harder.. But I think it is harder to be without a Newf.