Ch Marcarpents The Rowdyman

Ch Marcarpents The Rowdyman: "Rowdy"

Rowdy at 9 1/2 years old (January 2010)

Rowdy has received the following health clearances:

OVC Hips Normal--013086

OVC Elbows Normal--013086

OFA Heart: NF-CA973/19M/P-PI

Cystinuria: NEWFCYS 1059

In October 2009, Rowdy joined the family of William Ball, (author of "Life Among the Giants"), Ingrid Ball and their three other Newfs. He will probably be retired from breeding later in 2010. Rowdy was bred by Marcarpents Kennels

As many of you may already know, Rowdy is the sire of our Rosie, and grandfather to our Navy, also making him Great grandfather to all of Navy's pups, so his adventures may be of interest to many of you.

I thought it would be interesting and inspiring to follow Rowdy and Bill's work. I know there have been a few people who have purchased pups, who have expressed an interest in doing Therapy work with their Newfs. I thought it would be a good way to introduce us all to the wonderful benefits of Therapy work with dogs. (These benefits not only extend to the people the dogs visit, but also to the owners of the dogs, and the dogs themselves.)

According to Bill:

"Rowdy has started his "second" life - the one of indoor comfort, fireplaces, etc. He is such a gentle boy. He has fit in with Molly, Seven & Annie as if he has been here for years.

We have had many Newfs over the years and have known Rowdy since his birth. Nevertheless we were amazed at just how gentle and unassuming this boy is.

Because he is in heaven when he is being scratched and touched by people, we know he is going to make a great therapy dog. His training now consists only of controlling him "giving his paw" when he wants some attention. A five pound paw can hurt a senior who may not be prepared for it .. Apart from that he is ready !"

Rowdy was introduced to Therapy work before Christmas (2009) and his 'job' will start at the end of January. We will endeavour to keep his page updated with his new adventures.

Rowdy and Ingrid

Rowdy and Molly

Celebrating Rowdy's first official Day of Therapy at Glen Stor Dun Lodge in Cornwall, Ontario. (January 2010)

From Bill:

"This was the Day Away Program where future residents of the facility are brought in for a day of various activities. This gives the care givers at home a break as well as helps these folks start to adapt to the environment.

Rowdy did really well, was comfortable in the environment and actually seemed to know that his job was to go from person to person .. As you can see, he was welcomed by all."

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Caramor Newfoundland Dogs

Ch Marcarpents The Rowdyman: "Rowdy"