Description
St. Bernard
The St. Bernard or St Bernard is a breed of very large working dog from the western Alps in Italy and Switzerland. They were originally bred for rescue work by the hospice of the Great St Bernard Pass on the Italian-Swiss border.
Originally the Saint Bernard dog breed guarded the grounds of Switzerland’s Hospice Saint Bernard as well as to help find and save lost and injured travelers.
Temperament: Playful, Charming, Inquisitive.
Life expectancy: 8 – 10 years
Mass: 64 – 120 kg
Colors: Red & White, Reddish-brown Brindle, Brownish-yellow, Reddish-brown Splash, Reddish-brown Mantle
Height: Male: 70–90 cm, Female: 65–80 cm
Origin: Switzerland, Italy
Today Saint Bernards enjoy the comforts of family life in many homes across the world. They’re affectionate with just about everyone they meet, and people who don’t mind a bit of drool will find them to be loving companions. They’re also versatile and excel in the show ring and in obedience trials, drafting (pulling a cart or wagon), and weight pulling competitions.
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