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Bluwater Newfoundlands
Meet the breeder
I'm Joan L., the breeder behind Bluwater Newfoundlands located in Islip, NY. We are a small hobby kennel. We enjoy showing our dogs in conformation, obedience, water, and draft work. Our dogs are raised in our home and are family members first. They are also all health-checked and evaluated before being used for breeding. In our breeding program, good health and temperament are essential, cuteness is guaranteed, and lots of love is always included.
Q. & A. with Joan
Why did you start breeding?
As responsible breeders, we understand the very important role that breeders undertake; that today’s breeders are the guardians of the future Newfoundlands. Our goal is to breed quality puppies and preserve the line of these incredible companions. We strive to maintain the unique characteristics of the breed while placing an emphasis on producing puppies of superior health, standard, and conformation.What makes your program special?
A lot of thought, time, and effort goes into the research for each planned breeding. As reputable breeders, we do our best to produce healthy puppies by performing the necessary health checks on all of our breeding dogs. We use contracts and will always take back a dog if you are no longer able to keep it. We truly love our puppies and know you will too! We pride ourselves on helping all of our adopting families find the right fit for their needs and lifestyle.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Joan
Joan has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.
Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
Connect with Joan to learn more details about pricing.
Contract & health guarantee
Joan may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Joan offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don’t hesitate to reach out to Joan directly.
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What’s included
From Good Dog
- Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
- 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
- Puppy Training Program & private community
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Joan.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Islip, NY
254 miles away
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More about Joan
Club memberships
Joan is a member of Big Apple Workiing Group, New Pen Del Newfoundland Club, Westbury Kennel Club, Newfoundland Club of New England, Brookhaven Kennel Club, Suffolk Kennel Club, Bear Mountain Newfoundland Club, and Newfoundland Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder of Merit.
Joan has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years
Joan was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Joan is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Bluwater Newfoundlands meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
- Responsible breeding practices
- Health of breeding dogs and puppies
- Puppy environment and enrichment
- Buyer education and policies
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Bluwater Newfoundlands reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Newfoundlands.
Hip Dysplasia
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
Cystinuria Type 1A, Newfoundland Type
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).
