Well, since you asked....get a NEWF!!! There is just nothing sweeter and more loveable! They are all the things a gentle giant should be! Gentle, smart, easy-ish to train (okay...Chester still jumps up when he's excited

). There's nothing more fun than plunging in to a group of people with a Newf because if someone likes dogs, they'll love a Newf!!
Okay...the bad bits. The health issues. That is a really scary aspect. Find the best breeder you can...intervie
w, look at pedigrees, OFA records, talk to other owners about the health of their dogs. Join a breed club...Newf Club is a great place to look at the dogs, meet other owners who can help. Drool, hair...all part of the 'charm' of a Newf.

Here's a way to put that in to perspective. The worst thing that can happen when we are out in public is that one of the boys will slime a new friend. It is better than being growled at!!
Good luck with your search....and think NEWF!!