Koolie has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Newfoundland has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Dominant
Dedicated
Temperate
Diligent
Intelligent
Affectionate

Cheerful
Intelligent
Social
Gentle
Courageous
Loyal
Sweet

Koolies are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Newfoundlands shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Koolies make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Choose a Newfoundland if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Australia

Canada

Collie-type Herding Dog, Dingo

tibetan mastiff

America's Pet Registry
Australian National Kennel Council
Dog Registry of America Inc.

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

1800s

1700s

Working, Herding

Working (AKC:1886)
Guardian Dog (UKC)

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown

Blue
Black
Brown
Isabella

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Blue

Black
Gray
Brown
Cream
Pied
Brindle

Koolies have short coats.

Newfoundlands have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Wavy

A Koolie can have a litter of 16-18 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Newfoundland can have a litter of 9-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

While the Koolie breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

The Newfoundland breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Deafness
Congenital Eye Defects

Gastric Torsion
Elbow Dysplasia
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hip Dysplasia
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis

Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Skin Allergies

Entropion
Cataract
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Skin Evaluation
Eye Examinations
BAER Testing
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
Elbow
Blood
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Koolies' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Newfoundlands are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Koolies require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Newfoundlands need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Koolies sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Newfoundlands have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Koolie has low drooling tendency, suitable for those who dislike drool marks.

Newfoundland excessively drools, consider a different breed if not appealing.

Koolies bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Newfoundland dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Herding

Making friends, Dog Parks, Catch treats, Attention, Shopping, Slow walking, Sniffing, Walk, Play, Groom, Cuddle, Swim, Eat

Koolies are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Newfoundlands are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

In general most Koolies usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Newfoundlands usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Koolie has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Newfoundlands have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 33-53 pound (15 - 24 kg) Koolie feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 130-150 pound (59 - 68 kg) Newfoundland feed 4 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Koolie is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Newfoundland is somewhere $4.20 - $4.80 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Koolie is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Newfoundland is between $126 - $143. This makes an average of $1512 - $1716 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Koolies are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Newfoundland is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Koolies are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Newfoundlands make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Koolies are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Newfoundlands are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Koolies are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Newfoundlands are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Koolies are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Newfoundlands are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Koolies are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Newfoundlands are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.