A special breed: a woman says people constantly confuse her dog with a bear (2 photos + 1 video)

Category: Animals, PEGI 0+
18 February 2025

According to experts, this is one of the largest dog breeds, they are very obedient, friendly, patient with children, get along well with other dogs and even cats.





Ari Alvarez-Tostado recently took her Newfoundland, Kuzco, to the vet and later posted a short video showing off her pet's amazing size. The video instantly went viral on TikTok, garnering a large number of views, likes, and other reactions.



The footage shows Kuzco showing gratitude to his vet by hugging him with his front paws.

In the numerous comments on the clip, which has garnered 40.5 million views, netizens often ask what breed this is.

"Say hi to your bear for me";

"OMG, I thought that was the back of a fur coat with a hood! Mighty giant!";

"I just know that hugging this dog would cure my depression."

By the way, Newfoundlands are known for their huge size. An adult dog can weigh as much as some people. Many viewers who watched Ari's video even compared her furry pet to a bear.

Ari admitted that she has another Newfoundland dog. In the comments to her video, she added: "Kuzko is bigger than Bhalu. A truly gentle giant doesn't even know how big he is."

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