A3
THE ASTORIAN • SATURDAY, JULY 16, 2022
Seaman’s Day: O wners often have to wipe their pets’ jowls that constantly ooze drool
Continued from Page A1
Despite the weight,
Newfoundlands are excel-
lent swimmers due to their
webbed paws. Their protec-
tive nature also makes them
great lifeguards.
“Hygge,” a brown New-
foundland, is training for
water rescue. Being in the
water gives her an energy
boost, her owner, Janelle
Faherty, said.
“She turns into a com-
pletely diff erent dog when
she goes into the water,” she
said.
Newfoundlands can also
pull an enormous amount of
weight and were often used
to pull small loads. “They’re
literally half a horse,” Law-
rence Frey said.
Frey used to bring his
dog, “Joker,” to Seaman’s
Day. But, this year, a puppy
resembling a brown bear
cub peeked out at the crowd
through the legs of his chair.
At 14-weeks old, the
45-pound “Tug” was a star
attraction for the children,
many who had their faces
painted like the dogs and
were wearing paper dog
ears.
“He’s just a big fl uff ball
that wants attention,” Frey
said.
Some people call New-
foundlands “nanny dogs”
for their gentleness and
loyal companionship, mak-
ing the breed popular as
pets .
Being a Newfoundland
owner does have its chal-
lenges. “T he big one —
every one of us is holding a
towel, ” Carl Bragiel said.
O wners often have to
wipe their pets’ jowls that
constantly ooze drool.
When the dogs shake their
heads, they fl ing strands of
drool in every direction.
DeChaine Ghiglieri said
she will sometimes fi nd
hardened strings of drool
that hang like stalactites
from her ceiling.
Another challenge is the
heavy coats of fur. “Hair is
like a staple of our diet,”
Photos by Lydia Ely/The Astorian
ABOVE: ‘Tug,’ a 14-week-old Newfoundland puppy, sits in the
grass to earn a treat as one of his owners, Lawrence Frey, looks
on at Seaman’s Day. BELOW: ‘Hygge,’ center, and ‘Gatsby,’ right,
are fed treats by Elise DeChaine Ghiglieri on Seaman’s Day.
Celebrating Our 20th Anniversary!
20% OFF
STOREWIDE
JULY 16TH & 17TH
PHOG BOUNDERS ANTIQUE MALL
55+VENDORS
Antiques • Nautical Items • Glassware • Vintage Decor
892 Marine Drive, Astoria OR 97103
Bragiel said.
Although this is Faherty’s
fi rst Newfoundland, she has
no regrets about Hygge.
“It’s just one of the great-
est experiences I’ve ever
had,” she said. “Just loving
and being loved by one of
these.”
(503) 338-0101
MORE THAN JUST ANTIQUES!
DEL’S O.K. TIRE
Providence is here
to help you transition
into a new career.
Del Thompson, former owner of
OK Rubber Welders.
Klyde Thompson, current owner
Mike Barnett, manager
YOUR #1
SOURCE
FOR TIRES
CUSTOM WHEELS
AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES
As the largest health care system and largest private
employer in Oregon, Providence offers exceptional work
environments and unparalleled career opportunities.
We have a variety of clinical and nonclinical positions
available – many with sign-on bonuses.
We have immediate openings in environmental services
and food and nutrition. We offer competitive wages,
flexibility and robust benefits.
Whether you provide direct or indirect patient care,
come discover what sets Providence apart.
To see our current job openings, visit
providence-seaside.jobs
Over 74 years of the Thompson
family putting you first!
(503) 325-2861
35359 Business 101, Astoria
MON - FRI 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
SAT 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
pointstire.com/astoria
OUR MISSION
As expressions of God’s healing love,
witnessed through the ministry of Jesus,
we are steadfast in serving all, especially
those who are poor and vulnerable.
OUR VALUES
Compassion, Dignity, Justice,
Excellence, Integrity