Donate to Rescue

DONATIONS

Would you like to donate to Southern California Newfoundland Rescue Corporation? We could sure use your help! Newfoundland Rescue is composed of 100% volunteers so your donation pays for veterinary and animal care. SCNRC is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. Any amount helps Newfs in need and your donation is tax deductible.

Rarely does a Newf come through our program that is 100% healthy, up to date on inoculations and already spayed or neutered. Even though we try to use veterinarians who give price breaks for rescue organizations, a routine vet visit will usually run several hundred dollars per dog. Of course, we end up with a few each year that require thousands (yes, thousands!) of dollars and months of rehabilitation before they can be adopted.

Donate using your credit card, debit card, or bank account through PayPal. It's safe and secure. Or make your check payable to Southern California Newfoundland Rescue Corporation (SCNRC) and mail to: P.O.Box 2501, Huntington Beach, CA 92647.

Rescue for Club Members

NEWFOUNDLAND RESCUE

Southern California Newfoundland Rescue Corporation

Thank you for your interest in Newfoundland Rescue. The Newfoundland Club of America is a non-profit organization recognized by the American Kennel Club to do all in its power to protect and advance the interests of Newfoundland dogs. The Newfoundland Club of Southern California, Inc. (NCSC) is a fully recognized Regional Club of the Newfoundland Club of America. Southern California Newfoundland Rescue Corporation (SCNRC) is incorporated under Section 501 (c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code and is composed of a group of NCSC members dedicated to rescuing and rehoming purebred Newfoundland dogs.

Newfoundlands in our Rescue program are acquired from animal shelters or surrendered by owners whose circumstances have changed, and the Newf is found to be unsuited to his/her present home. It is on these rare occasions that we find a permanent new home where the Newfoundland will be loved and respected for its unique combination of qualities. All Newfs in our Rescue program are fostered by current members of the NCSC. All dogs are spayed or neutered, microchipped, vaccinated, and receive a complete physical including bloodwork prior to placement. Our adoption process includes a written application, mandatory home visit, interview, adoption agreement, and adoption fee.

Adopting a Newfoundland

If you are interested in learning more about our adoption process, please contact our Foster and Adoption Coordinator at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. You can find a link to our Rescue application here. Please know that we receive more applications than we have Newfs in Rescue which is a good thing, but this can sometimes lead to a long wait for our adopters.

Surrendering/Relinquishing a Newfoundland

If you are no longer able to keep your purebred Newfoundland for any reason, please contact our Relinquishment Coordinator at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. who can guide you in your decision making process. At times, an owner just needs someone to help with problem-solving in order to keep the Newf.

Fostering a Newfoundland

We are always in need of foster homes for our Rescue program. If you are a current NCSC member and are interested in learning more, please contact our Foster and Adoption Coordinator at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Fostering typically ranges from one to several months, and our program covers all medical care for the Newf. Our fosters help with veterinary transport, administration of any medications, training, and grooming under the direction of our Foster and Adoption Coordinator and Medical Coordinator. Fostering is a wonderful way to help a Newfoundland in need and being part of their transformation is a fulfilling undertaking.

Our Rescue program is supported by tax-deductible donations from Newf lovers, adoption fees, merchandise sales, and fundraising events throughout the year. If you’d like to make a tax-deductible donation to SCNRC, you may click on Donate to Rescue tab which has a PayPal link, or you may send a check payable to SCNRC to P.O. Box 1501; Huntington Beach, CA 92647.

Click Here for RESCUE APPLICATION

Note:  Although the Southern California Newfoundland RescueCorporation (SCNRC) and the Newfoundland Club of Southern California (NCSC) work very closely, they are separate organizations.  The NCSC hosts this page for SCNRC in order to uphold the Club’s initial objectives and because of its strong support for SCNRC and all that it does for Newfoundland dogs.  There is no legal relationship between SCNRC and NCSC.

Southern California Newfoundland Rescue Corp

Do you really want to own a Newfoundland?

Can you stand hair and slobber?  There will be tons of both.

Can you stand having hair and slobber laminated to windows, walls, furniture, light fixtures, etc.?  You cannot be a clean freak with a Newf in your life!

Are you committed to approximately ten years of grooming, feeding, loving, picking up after and caring for a Newf?  The novelty of brushing wears off quickly.  Make sure you are ready for the commitment.

Do you have the time, patience and ability to train a puppy or retrain a large adult dog?  Perfect Newfs are made, not born.  Though benevolent by nature, their gentleness must be enhanced by training.  No one wants to be around a spoiled, slobbering, lumbering, jumping dog, no matter how sweet.

Do you have the time and dedication to groom this very high maintenance dog?  They shed a lot, drool a lot, and their skin should be monitored for hot spots, fleas, and itchies.  They must be brushed regularly and thoroughly.

Do you have the financial and emotional ability to deal with the health problems a Newfoundland may have?  Though responsible breeders are very careful, health problems do arise.

Do you know which health problems plague this breed?  The main concerns are hearts, hips, elbows, thyroid, eyes and allergies.

Do you have a fenced, secure, lockable yard?  Newfs can become escapees, and there are people out there who would not think twice about stealing a sweet big dog.

Have you been to dog shows and talked to breeders?  You can see Newfs at dog shows and ask breeders questions. 

Never be in a hurry to buy a puppy.  Wait for the right Newf to come along.

Interested in learning more about Newfoundland Rescue? Explore this website for more information about Newfoundlands or click on our calendar for upcoming events.