Newfoundland Enjoying Beautiful Snowfall With Grandma Is Truly 'Magical'
There's no denying that the first snow of the season can be a beautiful, magical moment. But it's even more special when you can enjoy it with someone who makes you smile. Sometimes, that someone is a dog. Just watch this heart-tugging TikTok video of a 96-year-old grandmother reveling in the season's first snowfall with a gorgeous Newfoundland pup named Chewy by her side. The moment couldn't be any more perfect.
@chewythenewfie 96 winters and she says the first snowfall is still magical ❤️
The big, shaggy dog and the young-at-heart senior share a sweet moment outside together as the snow gently falls from the sky, with the agile grandma delighting in talking to the loyal doggy about the weather. "Look at the snow, Chewy!" she exclaims, with the whimsical video being captioned, "96 winters and she says the first snowfall is still magical ❤️."
"Oh my heart 😭," says one viewer, "because when I look at this, I see a puppy and once upon a time a little girl✨💕." Another notes, "The way he looks at her... 😭. He's so gentle and sweet ❤️." Indeed, he is, exemplifying another endearing moment courtesy of a dog.
Why Newfoundlands are often so sweet
Newfoundland dogs are known for being sweet-tempered, making them great companions that are especially good with kids despite being a strikingly large and powerful working dog breed. In fact, these gentle giants are sometimes referred to as "nanny dogs" because of their calm temperament that allows them to excel in families with children and other pets. The nickname comes from the character "Nana," a Newfoundland in charge of caring for the children in the original "Peter Pan" narrative by J.M. Barrie.
That calm, nurturing nature that makes them outstanding guardians most likely stems from their ancestry, when Newfies (as they are affectionately known) were originally bred as human helpers. They often served as loyal guardians on fishing boats and assisted with water rescues because their water-proof double coats and webbed paws make them great swimmers. There's even a tale (and most likely a myth) about a Newfoundland that helped save a lifeboat of Titanic passengers.
These days, that innate devotion and helpful personality make them great companion dogs, as shown in the heartwarming TikTok video featuring Chewy the Newfie and his human grandma. If you'd like to see more of the pair, check out Chewy in his adorable pumpkin costume.