Even Keel Newfoundlands

08/20/2024

Peek- a-boo I see you! Our eyes are open 👀

08/14/2024

We welcomed 5 large manatees weighing in at 2lbs at birth last week 😳. Please note we will not be reaching out to potential homes for several weeks as our primary job is to keep these fattys fat. For now, enjoy the photos of these potatoes 🙂 sired by “Biggie” GCH Bowater’s Love Your Flashy Ways at Annisquam Light out of “Hinckley” CH Bowater’s Permission to Come Aboard EvenKeel.

08/11/2024

Gambino ends his weekend winning 4/4 breed wins and a Gr2 under judge Jay Richardson at the Huntington Valley kennel club & Penn Ridge Kennel Club Keystone Cluster in PA. Good boy Beans! 🤌🏻Multiple Group Winning MBISS RBIS GCHS Bowater’s Five Families 🤌🏻

08/11/2024

The team had a great day at the Northland Newfoundland Club Regional specialty in NY under judge Kim Meredith!
Storm was awarded BOB -🌀⚡️Multi Group winning BISS RBIS GCH. EvenKeel N Bowater Anchors Aweigh A Storm Is Coming🌀⚡️
And Biggie was Select Dog!
🎤GCH Bowater’s Love Your Flashy Ways at Annisquam Light🎤
At today’s BMNC regional specialty Biggie was BOS & Storm was SD!

Good job boys!
Bred by Bowater & EvenKeel

08/04/2024

Busy weekend for our crew! In NJ, Gambino wins the group today and a Group2 on Sat!
🤌🏻 RBIS Multiple Group Winning MBISS GCHS. Bowater’s Five Families 🤌🏻

Meanwhile in Massachusetts, Storm gets a Gr2 Sat. & Sun.! 🌀⚡️Multi Group winning RBIS GCH. EvenKeel N Bowater Anchors Aweigh A Storm Is Coming🌀⚡️
Good boys! Thanks to the judges for their recognition of our guys and thank you to Ryan Platt and Jess Plourde for your expert piloting!

07/24/2024

The big guys newest ad ❤️ #2 Newfoundland even while taking a good chunk of summer off so far to stay out of the heat. Good boy buddy. Gambino
🤌🏻 Multiple Group Winning RBIS MBISS GCHS Bowater’s Five Families 🤌🏻

07/17/2024

Fantastic video compilation of Newfoundlands doing what they were bred for. There’s nothing like doing this with your Newf. “The dogs devotion to task, often exceeds our own”. I have found this to be true in all aspects of owning, breeding and working with this beautiful breed we are lucky to call ours.  🥰

NCA Water Work Series Overview with Behind The Scenes content. Produced by the Penn Ohio Newfoundland Club and John Caldwell.A short Overview is here: https:...

07/16/2024

We took a few weeks off to try to ride out the heat and had a packed weekend! Gambino gets two Gr1s, a Gr3 and a Reserve Best in Show! 🤌🏻 RBIS Multiple Group Winning MBISS GCHB Bowater’s Five Families🤌🏻
Our best Boxer friend, Ember, loves being surrounded by Newfs and their kid, and went BOB as well as “best bed mate” all weekend long spending her nights sleeping in bed with Gambinos human little sister 🥰
Cherry on top was watching Ryan and his 12yr old veteran, Demi, show to perfection having not missed a beat. Was truly the most special part of the weekend.

07/14/2024

Took a few weeks off from dog shows to enjoy air conditioning , but we’re back hoping we beat most of the unbearable heat! Today was a great day!

🤌🏻 RBIS Multiple Group Winning MBISS GCHB. Bowater’s Five Families🤌🏻 Gambino wins both working groups under Helene Neitsch & Denise Flaim, and then goes on to win RBIS under Jim Albrecht! It was a long brutally HOT day. He kept going despite the temperature and humidity enjoying lounging on his ice matts during his down time. So proud of this big guy who gives his all for his people he loves 🥰 thanks to Ryan Platt for running so many circles in one day with our big guy!

07/07/2024

Big Congrats to Biggie,
🎤CH Bowater’s Love Your Flashy Ways at Annisquam Light🎤
Biggie finished his CH a few weeks ago by going breed from the classes and on to a Gr3! This weekend, his first weekend out as a special, he gets BOBx2 & SD all 3 days he was entered. Way to go Biggs! Thanks to Brian Cuoco and co-breeder Jess Thibault for your expert handling. Big congrats to Sheri & Jules!
Bred by Bowater & EvenKeel

06/30/2024

While we chilled home in the A/C, 15mo old “Storm” 🌪️Multi group winning RBIS GCH EvenKeel N Bowater Anchors Aweigh A Storm is Coming🌪️ was on fire 🔥 and continued to shine this weekend by earning 3 BOBs, 1BOS & TWO Group 2’s! Way to go team! What a busy two weeks! 🎉

06/23/2024

While Gambino took some time off to help celebrate his human kids end of school year and start to summer, his nephew took some laps around the ring!
Huge congratulations to “Storm” 💨Multi group winning RBIS GCH EvenKeel N Bowater Anchors Aweigh A Storm is Coming💨 for his amazing weekend!
6/6 BOB’s! 3 Gr2, 3 Gr1’s and a RBest in Show!
At just 15 mo this guy has such a bright future. Thank you to the judges who have rewarded him, and huge thank you to Jess Plourde for your expert piloting of this exuberant guy!

06/12/2024

The Power of Canine Loyalty: The Inspiring Story Behind Edwin Henry Landseer's Painting "Saved"

In 1856, British artist Edwin Henry Landseer created a poignant painting titled "Saved," which tells the story of a devoted dog's heroic rescue of his owner from a shipwreck. The painting is based on a true event that occurred over a century ago, when an English merchant and passenger ship, the "St. John," sank off the coast of Ireland in 1845. The tragedy resulted in the loss of many lives, but one remarkable story of survival and loyalty emerged.

A Newfoundland dog named Swain, who was on board the ship, refused to leave his owner, a young woman, behind. As the waves crashed against the shore, Swain swam with the woman to safety, saving her life. This incredible act of loyalty and bravery inspired Landseer to create his iconic painting, "Saved."

The painting depicts the moment when Swain and the woman reach the shore, exhausted but alive. Swain is shown standing proudly beside his owner, his fur soaked with seawater, his eyes gleaming with devotion. The woman lies on the ground. The painting is a testament to the unbreakable bond between humans and animals and the power of canine loyalty and rescue instincts.

Landseer's "Saved" has become an iconic representation of the Newfoundland breed's reputation as loyal and heroic companions. The painting has inspired countless reproductions, adaptations, and tributes, cementing its place in the hearts of art lovers and dog enthusiasts alike. The story behind "Saved" serves as a reminder of the enduring power of love, loyalty, and companionship between humans and animals.
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06/10/2024

Helluva weekend for this big guy! 4 days, 4 breed wins and a GROUP1, GROUP2 , and another GROUP2 in hot and steamy coastal Connecticut. Thankful for those occasional ocean breezes! Good boy Gambino!
🤌🏻Multiple Group Winning MBISS GCHB. Bowater’s Five Families 🤌🏻
Thank you to the judges for their recognition of this big guy. Thanks to Greenwich Kennel Club and Long Shore- South Point Kennel Clubs for running a great cluster.

Thank you to everyone who stayed to support us in the group!

05/20/2024

So much to say about the Newfoundland Club of America National Specialty show this week and from today but for now,
biggest thank you and all of the congratulations to Deb Sylvester for your years of dedication & commitment to this breed. Pouring yourself into pedigrees late at night and early mornings before the sun rises and after it sets. Writing them out on paper over paper, knowing the strengths and weakness of all of the dogs within them. Answering our calls and texts at all hours. For your mentorship, and for being more than family to us. You & Carl deserve every bit of this and more.
Peggy Helming for your guidance, trust, and for all the of the hard work you and Dave put into the dogs who have come before ours who combined have helped to make these great dogs.
Ryan Platt & Jess Thibault (co-owners/ co-breeders) the cream of the crop who always do what is best for each individual dog who is at the end of their lead. I couldn’t be prouder to have you has my chosen siblings.
Today at the Newfoundland Club of America National Specialty:

BOB: “Blair” NBISS CH Bowater’s EvenKeel Gossip Girl
NCA Select & Top20 peoples choice Award: “Gambino” MBISS Multiple Group
Winning GCHB Bowater’s Five Families

Watching these young dogs (Uncle and Niece) get recognized by highly respected breeder judge Dr. Manlio Massa who has been so influential on our breed standard, was beyond an honor.

It’s truly a privilege to call these dogs ours❤️

05/18/2024

Beyond proud of this dog!
2024 Newfoundland Club of America National Specialty Top20 Peoples choice!

The symbolism behind this award is not lost on us and we are more than humbled to be recognized by our peers, Newf fanciers, fellow breeders and judges. We are so grateful. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts to all who support us. Thank you to the committee for putting on a helluva event!
Good boy Gambino❤️
🤌🏻Multiple group Winning MBISS GCHB Bowater’s Five Families

05/16/2024

It was a great day at the Newfoundland Club of America National Specialty! We are so proud of these Bowater / Evenkeel puppies today in Sweepstakes , winning each of their respective classes 💗 huge thanks to our team behind the scenes for all of your support!

“Pippa” : EvenKeel N Bowater All Aboard Pouch Cove
“Beckham” : EvenKeel N Bowater At The Helm Pouch Cove
“Weston”: Bowater’s Paint The Black
“Biggie”: Bowater’s Love Your Flashy Ways at Annisquam Light

04/24/2024

We’re so excited to share Gambino’s first ad of the year. We are continuously impressed by his accomplishments and his temperament both in and out of the ring. He’s a pleasure to travel with and show, exemplifying a true Newfoundland temperament.

Thank you to his team for their continued support both inside and outside the ring!

🤌🏻 Multiple Group Winning MBISS GCHB. Bowater’s Five Families🤌🏻

Coastal Canines

04/16/2024

04/16/2024

The new stats are out through March and we couldn’t be more proud of Gambino! He is currently the #1 male Newfoundland & the #2 Newfoundland breed and all-breed! In addition, a Top20 working dog all-breeds! We’d like to thank the judges who continue to reward him!

🤌🏻Multiple Group Winning MBISS GCHB. Bowater’s Five Families🤌🏻

04/14/2024

Phew! No wonder we’re pooped!
SIX Best of Breeds for this guy this weekend in Harrisburg, PA! 5 all breed shows and a working specialty!
🤌🏻Multiple Group Winning MBISS GCHB Bowater’s Five Families🤌🏻
good boy Gambino.

03/25/2024

Super proud of these guys this weekend!

Surrounded by his “Paisans” in NJ, Gambino- 🤌🏻Multiple Group winning MBISS GCHB Bowater’s Five Families🤌🏻 wins the breed all 4 days and gets Gr2, Gr3 & Gr4! Thank you Ryan Platt for loving this big guy and presenting him so beautifully.

Always so sentimental to see him with Jess & Joanne Thibault ringside as they both showed his father, Beckett (Multiple Group winning GCHS Bowater’s Pitching Aces(2011 NCA WD, 2016 NCA Best veteran in sweeps). Means something extra special to have this home grown big guy trying to fill his dad’s shoes surrounded by those who loved him❤️.

Baby Beacon, (By Pouch Cove’s Right of Way To Bearfort N’ Amity out of Ch. Bowaters Permission to Come Aboard EvenKeel CGC TKN ) is getting into the swing of things and went WD/ BOW(sat) from the puppy classes on all of the days he was shown, and took the busy weekend all in stride. Extra thanks to Peggy for allowing us to use Ryan for this litter as each puppy continues to impress us. (congrats Amy& Bob!).

Thank you to all who support our hard working team!

03/19/2024

Didn’t grab many pics however, super proud of our youngster Beckham,
🛥️EvenKeel N Bowater’s At the Helm Pouch Cove🛥️
for going Best in Sweeps & RWD at the CNC Specialty and BOSS at the NewPenDel Specialty at just a week over 12 mo old. Proud of how this young guy handles everything new in stride!

03/04/2024

Last 2 days were a whirlwind at CT River and First Governor’s 😅.

▪️GAMBINO 🤌🏻 Multiple Group Winning MBISS GCH. Bowater’s Five Families 🤌🏻 was
Best of Breed 4 out of 4 shows including Newfoundland Club Of New England Specialty, and the supported entry in a large entry of Newfs each day! Gambino also placed in 3 of his respective groups in beautiful competition on a big working dog weekend. Thank you judges Andrew Ritter, Peggy Beisel-McIlwaine, Ronald Spritzer, Edward Hall & Dennis Gallant.
His niece,
▪️BLAIR 🎀 NEW CH Bowater EvenKeel Gossip Girl 🎀 was winners bitch/best of winners for 5 points and continued on to the specialty where she was winners bitch and Best Of Opposite over some very nice specials at 14mo old to finish at the regional specialty!
Her half bro,
▪️STORM 🌊NEW CH EvenKeel N Bowater Anchorsaweigh A Storm is Coming🌊 turns 12mo old 3 days prior, and goes winners dog for a 5pt major at the all breed then continues on to the specialty and gets another 5pt major going WD/BOW to finish with his half sis at the specialty! Storm moves up to breed, and on Sunday gets an AOM at the supported entry! Handled by the great Jim Shea. Congrats to the Moore’s!
His half bro,
▪️Biggie- 🎶Bowater’s Love Your Flashy ways at Annisquam Lights🎶 was Best in Sweeps twice and Reserve to the major twice! Congrats Sheri & Julie!
His half bro,
▪️Beckham 🛥️Evenkeel N Bowater At The Helm Pouch Cove 🛥️was Reserve from the BBE class at his first indoor dog show.

What a weekend! Big thanks to Ryan Platt for all you do at the end of the lead and beyond, & Brian Cuoco for all of your help! and biggest of thanks to Deb Sylvester and Peggy Helming for providing the great dogs who combined, made these great dogs ❤️.

Congrats to all the winners!

03/03/2024

A long first day at the Connecticut River Working Group Association & First Governor’s Foot Guard Athletic Association!

Gambino wins the breed in the morning under Andrew Ritter at the all breed show, and then goes on to win his 3rd Best In Specialty under Peggy Beisel-McIlwaine!

He then goes 4th in the group at the all breed in beautiful competition!

Will update about our other dogs who were also successful tomorrow! They’re exhausted!

Special thanks to handler Ryan Platt for expert piloting of this large beast and thank you to everyone who stayed to support him!

🤌🏻 Multiple Group Winning MBISS GCH. Bowater’s Five Families 🤌🏻

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02/21/2024

Good boys Gambino and Finnegan!❤️

ᴏɴ ʙᴇʜᴀʟꜰ ᴏꜰ ᴛʜᴇ ɴᴇᴡꜰᴏᴜɴᴅʟᴀɴᴅ ᴄʟᴜʙ ᴏꜰ ᴀᴍᴇʀɪᴄᴀ, ɪᴛ’ꜱ ᴍʏ ᴘʀɪᴠɪʟᴇɢᴇ ᴛᴏ ꜱᴇɴᴅ ᴛʜɪꜱ ᴇᴍᴀɪʟ ᴛᴏ ʟᴇᴛ ʏᴏᴜ ᴋɴᴏᴡ ᴛʜᴀᴛ ʏᴏᴜʀ ᴅᴏɢꜱ;

▪️ɢᴄʜɢ ᴄʜ ʙᴇᴇᴄʀᴇᴇᴋꜱ ᴇᴠᴇɴᴋᴇᴇʟ ʏᴏᴜ’ʀᴇ ɢᴏɴɴᴀ ɴᴇᴇᴅ ᴀ ʙɪɢɢᴇʀ ʙᴏᴀᴛ ʀɴ ᴄɢᴄ ᴛᴋɴ

And

▪️ɢᴄʜ ᴄʜ ʙᴏᴡᴀᴛᴇʀ’ꜱ ꜰɪᴠᴇ ꜰᴀᴍɪʟɪᴇꜱ

ʜᴀᴠᴇ Qᴜᴀʟɪꜰɪᴇᴅ ꜰᴏʀ ᴛʜᴇ ɴᴇᴡꜰᴏᴜɴᴅʟᴀɴᴅ ᴄʟᴜʙ ᴏꜰ ᴀᴍᴇʀɪᴄᴀ’ꜱ ᴛᴏᴘ 20 ᴄᴏɴꜰᴏʀᴍᴀᴛɪᴏɴ ᴅᴏɢꜱ ꜰᴏʀ 2023. ᴛʜᴇ Qᴜᴀʟɪꜰʏɪɴɢ ᴅᴏɢꜱ ᴡɪʟʟ ʙᴇ ᴄᴇʟᴇʙʀᴀᴛᴇᴅ & ꜱʜᴏᴡᴄᴀꜱᴇᴅ ᴀᴛ ᴛʜᴇ ᴜᴘᴄᴏᴍɪɴɢ ɴᴄᴀ ɴᴀᴛɪᴏɴᴀʟ ꜱᴘᴇᴄɪᴀʟᴛʏ ᴅᴜʀɪɴɢ ᴛʜᴇ ᴡᴇᴇᴋ ᴏꜰ ᴍᴀʏ 13-18, 2024 ɪɴ ᴅᴜʟᴜᴛʜ, ᴍɪɴɴᴇꜱᴏᴛᴀ.

02/19/2024

Gambino had a great weekend at the Maryland Kennel Club!

💥On a snowy Saturday he braved the blizzard and was 4th in the working group in a star studded line up! It was so exciting to be recognized in such quality! Thanks to breed and group judge Faye Strauss!

💥Closing our weekend on Sunday, with a Group 3 under Bill Shelton - Thank you for your kind and encouraging words about Gambino!

We were so thrilled with all the continued support both inside and outside the ring. So proud of our big guy!

Biggest thank you to his handler and best guy, Ryan Platt❤️ who deserves all the accolades for all of his hard work both in the ring and behind the scenes.

🤌🏻Multiple Group Winning MBISS GCH. Bowater’s Five Families 🤌🏻

02/08/2024

*EDIT : puppies spoken for *