Saint Bernard
Saint Bernard
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group: working |
height: 24-28" /
61-71.1 cm |
types: smooth-coated
and longhaired |
weight: 110-200
lbs /
49.89-90.71 kg |
colors: |
white
with red, red with white, red, brown yellow, orange, mahogany
brindle, red-brindle, brown-brindle with white on chest,
forelegs, feet, end of tail, muzzle, blaze on face, top
of head, collar and black shading on face and ears |
physical traits: |
large, heavy, muscular |
hair type: |
very thick. short haired-dense,
tough, close lying, long haired-medium length, straight to
wavy |
personality/
temperament: |
affectionate, loves children,
gentle, docile, cheerful, hard-working, confident, loyal,
dedicated, laid-back, gentle, big-hearted |
maintenance/
special needs:
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sheds often, brush often
to prevent matting, need space, balanced exercise, drools,
train early, easy to train, costs more to feed and medicate
due to large size, susceptible to hip dysplasia |
nicknames: |
Alpine Mastiff, Talhund
(Valley Dog), Bauernhund (Farm Dog), St. Bernhardshund, Bernhardiner |
origination: |
Switzerland from the Molossian
Mastiff |
bred for: |
family, rescue, companion,
hauling, |
identifying traits: |
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ideal for: |
family, housedogs, companionship,
country life, cooler weather, outdoors |
good with kids? |
yes, but supervise because
of size |
life expectancy: |
11 yrs |
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kennel clubs: |
akc,
saku, uk-(working dog group), fci-(molossoid breeds mountain
type), ukc-(guarding dog group), ankc, nzkc-(utility dog
group |
rescues: |
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smooth-coated Saint Bernard |
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