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A large black Newfoundland and a small white lamb lie asleep together on weathered wooden deck boards in the sun. 18 / 22

A Huge Black Newfoundland and a Tiny Lamb Dozed in the Sun

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Sunlight stripes the old wooden deck, and a huge black Newfoundland lies in the middle of it with his chin resting on the boards. His thick, curly coat is shaggy and dark, and his eyes are closed in total relaxation. Tucked up against his shoulder is Dumpling the white lamb, curled up with her ears relaxed and her pink nose turned toward the boards. Behind them, potted plants and a wooden railing frame a sunlit garden.

Newfoundlands are large, gentle dogs known for their sweet temperament and their love of water, and they are often described as natural babysitters. They have thick double coats that need regular brushing, and because of their size they can overheat easily, so shade and water are important. Lambs are small and fragile next to such a big dog, so a calm temperament and supervision are essential. The dog's size alone could hurt a lamb accidentally, so keep a careful eye on the two. For advice on introducing a large dog to a lamb, talk to your vet.

The Newfoundland seems entirely unaware of being enormous. He lies there like a warm dark hill, and the lamb nestles against him as if she had found the best seat in the world. It is a picture of gentle strength and complete trust, the kind that needs no words and asks for no reward.

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