Newfoundlands Today

Hedd and Del Richards first became interested in the Newfoundland in 1979. Since then, their Sheridel kennel has exhibited all three colours with considerable success. They have owned or bred a total of ten UK Champions including the present breed record holder, Ch. Ir. Ch. Sheridel Crawford. Both are Championship show judges of the breed, and are qualified to judge Level I Draught Tests. Their dogs also compete in Water Tests on an occasional basis. Hedd and Del have both been members of the British Newfoundland Club for a number of years. Hedd is currently the Chairman, and has served on the Health and Longevity sub-committee. He has arranged many seminars and educational events to promote responsible ownership and competent judging. When they are not attending shows, Hedd and Del's favourite hobby is hiking across the Welsh Mountains, accompanied by their beloved dogs.

Chapter One: An Introduction to the Newfoundland. Chapter Two: Taking on a Puppy. Chapter Three: Grooming. Chapter Four: The Newfoundland Breed Standards. Chapter Five: The Show Ring. Chapter Six: Water Working Newfoundlands. Chapter Seven: Draught Work. Chapter Eight: Breeding a Litter. Chapter Nine: Health and Ailments. Chapter Ten: Newfoundlands in Britain. Chapter Eleven: Newfoundlands in North America. Chapter Twelve: Newfoundlands Worldwide.