How Newfoundland Dogs Help the Italian Coast Guard Save Thousands Every Year The Newfoundland dog has long been known as the “lifeguard dog,” and that reputation was not earned by chance. Beyond their gentle nature and high intelligence, these powerful dogs possess a rare combination of strength, endurance, and instinct that makes them uniquely suited for water rescue. For … [Read more...] about Italian Newfoundland dogs risk their lives to rescue people at sea