We all have stories about our Newfs and I thought it would be nice to provide a section for sharing stories that are submitted to the website. The first story is from Taylor Vinge and tells of her experience getting her first puppy.



If you have a story that you would like published submit it to me and we will make it happen.

Joan Schernekau has released the June Paw Print newsletter and it is now available in the dowloads section or by clicking on the following link.

The Paw Print - June 2008

Thanks Joan for another wonderful job

A Newfie Fun Day being hosted by Kim Chonko is rapidly approaching. The flyer is also available in document and PDF format in the downloads section. Mark the 9th of August in your calendar and let Kim know if you are going to attend.

Newfie Fun Day 2008 - doc format
Newfie Fun Day 2008 - pdf format

For directions to Kim's click on the map below and you will be taken to Google Maps, just put your address in the from box and hit the get directions button.


Click on picture for directions

The venue for the Christmas Parade Meeting has been changed. The date (Saturday, June 7th) and time (1:00pm) remain the same but the venue is now the Hotel of the Christmas parade, formerly the Hotel Avenida, now the Rodeway Inn. If you would like to stay over call and tell reception that you are with the Newfoundland Club.


Click on the image for directions.

Hello Everyone!
Its time to submit any ideas, articles or info for the Newf-Fla newsletter. The deadline is May 15th. Send your info to Caddyshacknewfs@aol.com or mail to Joan T. Schernekau 1200 NW 73rd Terrace, Ocala, FL 34482.

(Submitted by Joan Schernekau)

Sharon Rompot, the Rescue Chair, is making a call for foster homes for new Newf Rescues. She is expecting a large number of dogs coming into rescue this week and the need for foster homes is extreme. Please contact Sharon as soon as possible if you can help out until the dogs are placed with their forever homes. Email Sharon if you can help.

The April Back-to-back draft tests got underway on Saturday with nine entrants. Judged by Laura Gallagher and our own Gerri Willis. Four teams got their titles on a warm muggy day at Eagles Farms.


Entrants for the Saturday draft test


Saturday qualifiers, back left to right Judy Ziffer & Elizabeth, Peggy Star & Maquah, Linda Lawson & Mickey, Janice Hoffenberg & Dov. Front left to right Judges Laura Gallagher & Gerri Willis

Sunday saw another eleven entries with judges Laura Gallagher and Gabrielle Cohen. The only qualifier on Sunday was Gerri Willis with Snubby. If anyone has photos of the entrants and the qualifiers please let me know so I can post them here.

Visit the album for more pictures of the event. Many thanks to Sue Berman for the photos posted from the Saturday of competition. I have also just added another thirty photos from Michael Flaherty.

From all accounts the Lew Hall Rescue Fundraiser was a big success. Over $1800 were raised for Newf Rescue and from all accounts everyone had a great time. I have created an album for photos so for all people who attended please send in those photos and I will get them uploaded and available for all to view.



Tampa Bay Newspapers article on fundraiser



Click on image to go to the photo album

With only a few days left until Lew Hall's Newf Rescue Fundraiser I am including a map as usual so you can click on the picture and get directions from your place to the event. If you can attend please do so as the money raised goes to a good cause and helps us with all the expenses of rescuing and relocating rescued Newfs.


Click on picture for directions

Draft Test
Nancy wishes to remind everyone that the closing date for the Draft Test entries is rapidly approaching!!! Entries close at 5 PM on Wednesday, March 19, 2008 at the home of the Secretary, or when the limit is reached. If you are interested in participating please get your entries in.

Christmas Parade Planning Meeting
A Parade planning meeting will be held on Saturday, June 7th at 1:00 pm at the home of Daune & Chris Gentile. (Please note the address was corrected from 204 to 245 on 3-15-2008).


Click on picture for map and to get directions

If you have any concerns or complaints about how the Parade has been handled in the past, this is your opportunity to make a difference. Plan to attend and volunteer to HELP.

P.S. Chris says dogs are welcome to come and swim, but bring your own towels. For more information call Janice at (904) 737-7337.