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Saint Bernard Puppies for Sale
Saint Bernard
(St. Barnhardshund) (Alpine Mastiff) (Bernhardiner)
(St Bernard)
Hercules at 5 months and the new Pup DR. Seuss AKA
"Doc" Doc at 7 weeks.
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Pronunciation |
Saint
Bernard |
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Description |
The Saint Bernard is a very large,
strong, muscular dog, with a powerful head. As long as the weight stays in
proportion with the height, the taller the dog the more prized. There are two
types of coat: rough, and smooth, but both are very dense and come in white with
markings in tan, red, mahogany, brindle, and black - in various combinations.
The face and ears are usually shaded with black and the expression is
intelligent and gentle. In the rough-coated dogs, the hair is slightly longer
and there is feathering on the thighs and legs. The feet are large with strong
well-arched toes, making the Saint Bernard's sure-footed in the snow and ice.
They have a highly developed sense of smell and also seem to have a sixth sense
about impending danger from storms and avalanches. |
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Temperament |
Saint Bernards are extremely gentle and friendly and very tolerant
of children. Slow moving, patient, and obedient. Extremely
loyal, this breed wants to please. Since this dog is so giant, be sure to
socialize it very well at a young age with other people. It is highly
intelligent and easy to train, however training should begin early, while the
dog is still a manageable size. Teach this dog not to jump on humans starting at puppyhood. Bear in mind that an unruly dog of this size
presents a problem for even a strong adult if it is to be exercised in public
areas on a leash, so take control from the onset. The Saint Bernard is a good
watchdog. Even its size is a good deterrent. They drool after they drink or eat. Be sure you remain the dog's pack leader. Dogs want nothing more than to know what is expected of them and the St Bernard is no exception. Allowing a dog of this size and magnitude to be unruly can be dangerous, and shows poor ownership skills. |
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Height, Weight |
Height: 25.5-27.5 inches ( 61-70 cm.)
Weight: 110-200 pounds (50-91 kg) |
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Health Problems |
Good health but some are prone to
"wobbler" syndrome, heart problems, skin problems, hip
dysplasia, and extropion - a folding outward of the eyelid rim, usually on the
lower lid. Twisted stomachs should be watched for. As these dogs are prone to
bloat, it is best to feed them two or three small meals a day instead of one
large meal. |
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Living Conditions |
The Saint Bernard will do okay in an
apartment if it is sufficiently exercised. They are relatively inactive indoors
and a small yard is sufficient. They can live outdoors, but would much rather be
with their family. They have a low tolerance for hot weather, warm rooms, and
cars. |
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Exercise |
A long
walk each day is needed to keep the
Saint Bernard in good mental and physical condition. Puppies should not have too much exercise at
one time until their bones are well formed and strong. Short walks and
brief play sessions are best until the dog is about two years old. |
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Life Expectancy |
About 8-10 years. |
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Grooming |
Both types of coats are easy to groom.
Comb and brush with a firm bristle brush, and bathe only when necessary. Shampoo
may strip the coat of its oily, water-resistant properties, so use a mild soap.
The eyes, which may be inclined to water, need special attention to keep them
clean and free of irritants. This breed sheds twice a year. |
| Origin |
This is a very ancient breed. It was
founded in AD 980 by St Bernard de Menthon as a refuge for travelers
through the perilous Alpine pass between Switzerland and Italy. It is descended
from the Tibetan mastiff and therefore must have originated with the mastiff
brought to the Alps by the Romans around the year 1000. The monks probably
crossed the ancient mastiff with the Great Dane and the Great Pyrenees. Its use
and popularity as a rescue dog began in the middle of the seventeenth century.
The Saint Bernard was used as an avalanche and rescue dog in the snowy passes
near the Hospice. More then 2,000 people have been saved by this amazing servant
of mankind. The dogs search out and find the lost or injured traveler, and then
lick him and lie next to him to give him warmth. Then one dog from the party
heads back to the Hospice to get a full rescue team. The Saint Bernard's sense
of smell is so excellent that he can find a person even under many feet of snow.
This breed is also known for his ability to foretell storms and avalanches,
perhaps because he may hear very low frequency sounds that are beyond our
ability to hear. There are two varieties: short-haired and long-haired. The
short-haired variety is more often used for mountain work because he can
tolerate cold temperatures. The long-haired variety's coat tends to collect
icicles. Some of the Saint Bernard's talents are search & rescue,
watchdog and carting. |
| Group |
Mastiff, AKC Working |
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Recognition |
CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, KCGB, CKC, ANKC,
NKC, NZKC, APRI, ACR |
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CKC = Continental
Kennel Club
FCI = Fédération
Cynologique Internationale
AKC = American
Kennel Club
UKC = United Kennel
Club
KCGB = Kennel
Club of Great Britain
CKC = Canadian
Kennel Club
ANKC = Australian
National Kennel Club
NKC = National
Kennel Club
NZKC = New Zealand
Kennel Club
APRI = American Pet Registry
Inc.
ACR = American Canine Registry |
Short Haired Saint Bernard.
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Shelby Dakota and Gretchen.
Shelby Dakota and Gretchen.
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