St. Bernard
The Saint Bernard will do okay in an apartment if it is sufficiently exercised. These dogs 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. Can wheeze and snore. The Saint Bernard was founded in 980 AD by St. Bernard de Menthon and bred by monks, most likely by crossing the ancient Tibetan Mastiff with the Great Dane, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Great Pyrenees. The first Saint Bernards were of the shorthaired variety, as the longhaired variety's coat tended to collect icicles. They were used by the Hospice, a refuge for travelers through the dangerous Alpine pass between Switzerland and Italy. In the middle of the seventeenth century, the Saint Bernard became popular as a rescue dog working to save people from avalanches in the snowy passes near the Hospice. The dogs are able to smell a person under many feet of snow. They have saved thousands of people searching out and finding lost or injured travelers. The dogs would work in packs looking for the victims. When found they would lick and lie down with them in order to keep them warm. While a dog or more would lie with the body(s), another dog would head back to the Hospice to alert them that they found the humans. A full rescue team would then be sent out. The Saint Bernard has also been known to be able to predict storms and avalanches. This may be possible because of the dog's ability to hear very low-frequency sounds which humans cannot. The Saint Bernard was recognized by the AKC in 1885. Some of the Saint Bernard's talents are search and rescue, guard dog, watchdog and carting.
| 09: | Buster |
| Origin: | Italy Switzerland |
| Popularity: | 2022: #56 2021: #53 2020: #52 2019: #48 2018: #48 2017: #48 2016: #49 2015: #50 |
| Weight: | 110-200 pounds (50-91 kg) |
| Life span: | 8-10 years |
| Name: | St. Bernard (Saint Bernard) |
| Playfulness: | 2 stars |
| Size: | Large to Giant |
| Trainability: | 2 stars Difficult Training: Saint Bernards should be taught not to pull on the leash when young because they will grow to such large size. Patience must be exercised in training as the Saint Bernard can be stubborn. |
| 03: | Toby |
| 10: | Bandit |
| Intelligence: | 3 stars Ranking: #65 Full Ranking List |
| 04: | Bear |
| 07: | Sam |
| 08: | Teddy |
| Apartment Friendly: | 3 stars More + Less - The Saint Bernard will do okay in an apartment if it is sufficiently exercised. These dogs 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. Can wheeze and snore. |
| Barking Tendencies: | 1 stars Rare |
| Height: | 25.5-27.5 inches (61-70 cm) |
| Stranger Friendly: | 3 stars |
| Type: | Purebred |
| 05: | Riley |
| 06: | Tucker |
| Exercise Needs: | 2 stars 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. |
| Rank: | Boy Names |
| Watchdog Ability: | 3 stars |
| 01: | Charlie |
| 02: | Oscar |
| Shedding Level: | 4 stars Constant and Seasonal Shedding: Both varieties shed heavily in spring and fall and need weekly brushing year-round to keep loose hair under control. It’s probably a good idea to brush a longhaired Saint a couple of times a week. |
| Cat Friendly: | 5 stars |
| Health Issues: | 5 stars Hypoallergenic: NoThe very fast growth rate and the weight of a St. Bernard can lead to very serious deterioration of the bones if the dog does not get proper food and exercise. |
| Litter Size: | 6-8 puppies |
| Adaptability: | 4 stars |
| Breed Group: | Working (AKC:1885) Guardian Dog (UKC) |
| Child Friendly: | 4 stars Good with Kids: This is a suitable dog breed for kids. It is also very friendly toward other pets and friendly toward strangers. |
| Colors: | Black Brindle Brown Red Red-brown Tricolor White |
| Dog Friendly: | 5 stars |
| Grooming: | 3 stars Moderate Maintenance: Grooming should be performed regularly to keep its fur in good shape. |
| Other names: | St. Hubert Hound, Chien St. Hubert, Sleuth Hound |
| Puppy Prices: | Average $1000 - $2000 USD Usually, the average price of a Saint Bernard puppy from a reputable breeder is between $1000 and $2,000, while a top-quality Saint Bernard puppy can cost as high as $3,000 and upward. Their price depends upon the pup’s age, sex, quality, pedigree, and breeder’s location. |
| Temperament: | Friendly Gentle Independent Intelligent Out-going Quiet Social |