All about the St. Bernard breed. Saint Bernard: characteristics and description of the breed.

  - A large guard breed of dogs. Since ancient times, it is known to everyone as a dog - a lifeguard.

She inherited her tremendous growth from her ancestors, in whose veins the blood of Tibetan mastiffs and Great Danes flowed.

The breed got its name in honor of the monastery of St. Bernard, which is located in the Swiss Alps.

The story goes that in the eleventh century, the monk Bernard created a haven for tired travelers.

It was located on the pass Great Saint - Bernard, at an altitude of about 2472 meters. Due to strong winds, the danger of avalanches, steep cliffs and crossings, it was a very difficult and dangerous site for travelers.

At the monastery local dogs were kept, with thick skin and thick coat protecting them from snow and frost. They were famous for their unusually sharp smell and ability to find people affected by avalanches.

In those days, the St. Bernard looked very different from today's beloved Beethoven, the hero of the film of the same name. The breed was less massive, which made it more mobile.

The most famous was St. Bernard nicknamed “Barry”, he was able to find in the snow and save the lives of 40 people. Once he found in the snow a little boy who he carried five kilometers to the monastery.

The thorough breeding of purebred breed began at the end of the twentieth century.
   To date, the breed is increasingly used as a guard or accompanying dog.

Character

Saint Bernard is a smart breed, striving in everything and always to please the owner.

It lends itself well to training, and definitely needs training from puppyhood. Given the size and strength of an adult pet, he must obey you, and obey with the first word.

By nature, St. Bernards are silent, which in principle is characteristic of many representatives of large breeds. The voice comes at an emergency, and if your pet barks, it is better to pay attention and find out the cause of the concern.

Although they are very slow, all this is more than compensated by the huge strength of the pet and excellent scent.

Representatives of the breed are infinitely loyal to the owner, and love all members of the family in which they live. They really need to communicate with people, and can get depressed, being alone for a long time.

Get along well with different pets.

They love children and adore playing with them. Be sure to be careful families with small children. Due to its large size, a pet can inadvertently harm a child.

The breed is famous for its excellent\u003e orientation in space, it can easily find a way home.

Not suitable for maintenance in a city apartment, due to its large size.
   For him, content in a country house and a spacious aviary are better suited.

But if you still decide to buy a St. Bernard, remember that the pet needs physical activity and mandatory walks in any weather. He likes to walk a lot and can spend hours in the fresh air. He doesn’t have to run and jump a lot, sometimes it’s enough just to take a quiet walk in the park.

Description of breed Saint Bernard

Saint Bernard is divided into two types:

• longhair
• smooth coat

The coat is quite soft, shiny, medium in length, and has a dense undercoat. It is he who gives the dog the opportunity not to feel the cold.

The color is red with white spots, or white with red. In this case, let the red color of different shades.

It may seem that caring for a dog of this size is difficult and time-consuming, but it is not.

The wool of St. Bernard, by nature, has the property of not slipping and not tangling.

Be sure to comb your pet 1-2 times a week with a special stiff brush.

Often you should not bathe, since the wool is saturated with special natural fat, which envelops the hair and does not allow water and snow to pass through, which makes this breed well tolerate cold.

Wash your pet as it gets dirty, or 2 times a month, be sure to use a special dog shampoo.

Abundant molting at St. Bernard usually occurs 2 times a year, as a rule, in the autumn - spring period, when the wool changes seasonally.

During this period, comb your pet more often, preferably every day, thereby quickly getting rid of dead hairs.

If the dog is kept indoors where the air is too dry and warm, molting will always be more noticeable.

Keep an eye on the state of your pet’s muzzle, after eating it is advisable to wipe it with a damp cloth, removing food debris and formed saliva, which are characteristic of this breed.

Regularly monitor the eye condition at St. Bernard. You can remove the discharge with a cotton pad dipped in boiled water, or tea leaves from chamomile.

Remember, St. Bernard of those breeds that are prone to overheating, in the hot period, be sure to monitor the health of the pet, and always provide him with sufficient water.

St. Bernard's disease

• Bloating
• Osteosarcoma
• Congenital Deafness
• Epilepsy
• Extended cardiomyopathy
• Pyoderma
• Lymphosarcoma
• Hip Dysplasia
• Elbow dysplasia
• Dislocation of the patella
• Rupture of the cranial cruciate ligament
• Century inversion
• Inversion of the century
• Cherry eye
• Cataract

Assessment of breed characteristics

Brief description of the breed

  Saint Bernard is a giant dog with a kind heart, boundless love for the family, a willingness to stand up and a somewhat stubborn character.

Saint Bernard is known for his image with a barrel of rum on his neck. In fact, these dogs never wore the owner alcoholic beverages. Such a picture is the result of a fantasy flight of the famous artist Edwin Landsir, who portrayed Saint Bernard in such a role during a visit to Switzerland in 1819. The public positively perceived this picture, so the barrel of rum still remains a symbol of this amazing breed.

The monks of St. Bernard's shelter bred these dogs and used them during the search and rescue of lost tourists. It was from St. Bernard that the name of the breed went (literally, the name of the breed is translated from English as "St. Bernard").

Today, this dog is, first of all, an excellent companion and friend with a rather patient character. Saint Bernard has many advantages, which led to the popularity of dogs of this breed. That is why it is worth knowing certain nuances regarding, health and parenting.

If you want to be the owner of an excellent dog - a companion who can stand up for you at the right time, be prepared for the painstaking work of training and raising a pet.

Saint Bernard belongs to the Mastiff family, as evidenced by its large head, great growth and considerable strength. The dog is affectionate enough, but often people are scared, though such fear arises mainly among attackers and uninvited guests.

The dog is moderately active, so St. Bernard is suitable for people living in houses with a small yard. An unpleasant moment is the abundant salivation and special sensitivity to temperature extremes. Therefore, the pet must live in the house, and he needs to pay enough attention.

The little puppy is very cute and causes love and charm among others. When purchasing a puppy of this breed, it should be understood that he will grow and his weight will be from 50 to 70 kilograms. The most unpleasant and heartbreaking fact for St. Bernard owners is a short life expectancy, which is from 7 to 10 years.

Despite its impressive size, the needs of St. Bernard for food and physical activity are very modest. He eats no more, and as for active exercises, a couple of short daily walks will be enough for the dog.

Like other dogs, puppies of this breed can harm property. Most often, dogs can tear socks, towels, in general, various small things and decor or interior items. Particular attention should be paid to the fact that puppies can swallow the objects mentioned. Be very careful that there are no reasons for going to the veterinary clinic.

St. Bernard is prone to thermal shock. Never leave a dog in the heat for a long time. The yard where the dog is located must be securely fenced, but when the whole family is at home, the pet must be with her!

St. Bernard really became a "saint" for many, especially for the thousands of people whom he saved in the Swiss Alps.

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  Origin history

     Saint Bernards are the descendants of Molossian dogs, from whom the mastiffs and others come. Often these dogs were found on Swiss farms, where they helped with the housework: dragged carts, guarded cattle and property, warned of danger.

  It is believed that the monks of St. Bernard's shelter in 1670 gave several dogs to local farmers who lived at the foot of the Alpine mountains, from where the breed began to spread. When the monks realized that dogs had a sharp sense of smell, they began to actively breed and use St. Bernards when searching for lost in the mountains.

  Due to the fact that the monks experienced certain problems with food, initially St. Bernard was much smaller. But in 1830 the monks decided to increase the size of the dog and breed with a thicker coat. The crossing of St. Bernard with Newfoundland began. As a result, it was possible to bring a larger dog, but the long hair obtained as a result of selection became a real disaster. The wool rolled and froze in the snow, and made it impossible to find people on the snowy slopes of the Alps.

  The name St. Bernard arose around 1880. Before this period, dogs were called by different names: “sacred dog”, “alpine mastiff” and many others.

  The first St. Bernards club was organized in America in 1887. The breed's popularity has been constantly growing. Already in the years 1960-1970, St. Bernard became one of the most popular breeds in the United States, by 1971 the breed took 4th place among the registered breeds. Today the breed takes an honorable 45th place.

  Character of saint bernard

     Saint Bernard is probably the most famous dog that helps save people. In the Swiss Alps, the St. Bernards was given the responsibility of saving thousands of people trapped in an avalanche. These dogs do an excellent job of finding people under a thick snow blanket. When the St. Bernard finds a man, he warms him with his heat until the rescuers come.

  Today these affectionate giant dogs are excellent companions. Puppies of this breed are somewhat clumsy and cause real cheerful chaos in the house. As they grow older, puppies become more obedient. They are not averse to taking a nap in the sun, but they will not give up frisky games in the yard with children.

  St. Bernards love snowy weather, they will be happy to run in the snow or ride kids on a sled. Those people who love active dogs will make the right choice if they get a dog of this breed. St. Bernard must be combed out at least three times a week. This should be done with a special brush. Twice a year, during active molting, this procedure should be carried out even more often. Otherwise, the wool will spread rapidly around the house.

  Dogs of this breed do not need frequent bathing. This is best done as necessary, and not in the bathroom, but in the shower, of course, if there is such an opportunity. Many owners practice bathing dogs of this breed in open water in nature. This procedure will appeal not only to you, but, of course, to your pet.

  In the representatives of this breed, tears stand out strongly. Because of this, peculiar spots of a dark color form near the eyes. Therefore, you must daily wipe your eyes with a napkin and a special solution prescribed by the veterinarian. Otherwise, dark spots will appear under the eyes of the pet.

  Check your dog’s ears regularly for inflammation, irritation, and contamination. They clean the ears with a special solution. At the same time, the use of cotton swabs should be avoided.

  To prevent tartar and keep your gums healthy, weekly brushing is sufficient. Also, this procedure will prevent the appearance of a characteristic bad breath. Claws also cut each month.

  Training and training

     Training Saint Bernards is not easy, especially for beginner dog breeders. They have a wayward and stubborn character, so they do not always listen to the opinion of their master.

  The behavior of these large dogs is akin to the behavior of adolescents. It is as if they are checking what will get away with them, and for what they will be punished, therefore they often violate the rules of conduct that are imposed on them one way or another.

  It is important to start training St. Bernards at an early age, otherwise then it will be much more difficult to do. In the learning process, you must be firm and persistent, but in no case do not use rudeness and aggression.

  Dogs of this breed respond well to various delicacies that can be successfully used in the training process. The entire learning process can take a long time, so patience is an important condition.

  Health and Disease

    The average life expectancy of St. Bernards is 7-10 years. The main health problems include: dilated cardiomyopathy, eyelid inversion, elbow dysplasia, hip dysplasia, dissecting osteochondritis, folliculitis, lymphosarcoma, congenital deafness, epilepsy, ectopic cartilage, lowering of the stomach and diarrhea inversion) and osteosarcoma.

  Some interesting facts

  • The size of the St. Bernards is huge. Despite the fact that they are quite calm, they are still not quite suitable for keeping in an apartment because of their large size.
  • As a rule, St. Bernards do not bark for no reason.
  • The average life expectancy of St. Bernard is 7-10 years.
  • If you consider yourself a very clean person, then St. Bernard will not suit you. These dogs are prone to salivating, molting profusely, so it will not be easy to maintain cleanliness.
  • The maturation process of St. Bernards is long. Therefore, they remain puppies for a long time, despite their large size.
  • This breed was bred for work in the Alps, that is, in cold climates. St. Bernards do not tolerate heat.

Having decided to get a large dog, people often opt for breed dogs. And not in vain! These pets are very smart, calm and good-natured animals. Saint Bernard is able to become an excellent companion and friend to any member of your family. Like any other breed, these dogs have their own characteristics, advantages and disadvantages, which will be discussed below.

Saint Bernard breed standard

The most striking feature is the size of these dogs: tall at the withers (70 - 90 cm for boys and 65 - 80 cm for girls) and a relatively large weight, which should be at least 80 kg, and often exceed a hundred.

The hair of a pet can be of two types: they distinguish Saint Bernards of short-haired and long-haired. As for color, there are also clear standards. A true thoroughbred St. Bernard should be either white with red ("red") marks of any shade, or, conversely, red with white spots. In this case, dark spots on the ears and the so-called mask on the muzzle, as well as white marks on the nose, legs and chest, on the nape and tip of the tail, are mandatory.

The dog's head is wide and massive, with a convex forehead and small dark brown smart eyes. Hanging ears and a strong neck are also distinguishing features of the St. Bernard breed.

Characteristics of Saint Bernard dogs

As already mentioned, the St. Bernards are famous for their good naturedness and poise. A properly brought up dog is always calm and reasonable (as far as it can be said about dogs), moderately active and perfectly amenable to training. These animals are physically strong and hardy, and also have amazing intuition: it is not for nothing that dogs of this breed were used to save people caught in an avalanche. St. Bernards also love children and are always selflessly devoted to their masters, but will not be the best choice.

In describing the character of the St. Bernard dogs, it is often indicated that the most difficult test for these animals is loneliness. Therefore, if you are not ready to devote enough time to your dog, often go on long business trips, or simply rarely go home, then you should choose a dog of a different breed. Saint Bernards are very attached to the owner and are ready to follow him everywhere and always. At the same time, daily intensive training or outdoor games are not necessary for them - regular walking will be sufficient.

The difficulties of caring for St. Bernard

In the upbringing of a St. Bernard puppy, in no case can you use overwhelming force and cruelty: this can lead to disastrous results. For the same reason, St. Bernards are never put on a chain, as this will make the dog aggressive, quick-tempered and overly excitable.

As for the content of St. Bernard itself, daily it is necessary to take care of the pet's hair, especially if it is a long-haired dog, as well as eyes (due to anatomical reasons, they should be wiped with a napkin every day). In addition, these animals are prone to increased salivation, which also gives their owners some inconvenience.

Well, of course, consider the large sizes of your future pet and its corresponding appetites. St. Bernards eat a lot, and take up even more space. Try to immediately teach your puppy to sleep on his bedding, otherwise after six months you will have to explain to the hundred-kilogram dog that he simply does not have enough space in your bed.

When choosing a puppy in a kennel, it is better to use the help of a qualified expert of this breed. He will help you choose a healthy and promising puppy and pay attention to the compliance of the animal with the standard of the breed of St. Bernard.

If Saint Bernard suddenly turned into a man, it would be a model, the ideal of humanity, exposing the shortcomings of all others by its mere existence. The Saint Bernard dog breed is wise foolishness, kindness with fists, sharp mind and natural modesty. With all its splendor, St. Bernard is in no hurry to stick out his own merits, supporting and protecting all those who need it.

Historical reference

In 1050, a monastery was erected on the site of the ruins of an ancient temple - a haven and refuge for travelers who ventured to overcome the Mon Joo pass. On the border of Italy and Switzerland, in the arms of the Alpine mountains, travelers faced sometimes irresistible forces - ice rains, impenetrable fog, sharp stone cliffs and dips, snow avalanches.

The life-long work of Archdeacon Bernard de Menton was the foundation, financial and spiritual support of the monastery. After his death, Bernard of Aostia was counted among the saints, and not only dogs were named after him, but also the monastery itself and two passes - Big and Small St. Bernard. The history of the St. Bernard breed is closely related to the history of the hospice shelter, which exists today thanks to the donations of believers.

The ancestors of the St. Bernards, who lived at the monastery a millennium ago, looked little like today's favorites of millions. For example, the legendary Barry, who saved 40 people in 12 years of life, was half the size of today's furry giants. Description of the St. Bernard breed, close to modern, refers only to the middle of the XIX century. The ancestors of the St. Bernards enlarged and acquired furry coats after the rush of Newfoundlands. This was a necessary measure: in the winter of 1830, as a result of abnormally low temperatures, almost all the monastery dogs died.

The future four-legged rescuers were prepared for work for two years. A trained dog caught the smell of a man for half a kilometer and sensed the travelers buried alive through a five-meter layer of snow! They worked in groups: while two dogs dug up and warmed a person, the rest fled to the monastery, attracted the attention of the monks and led them to the rescued traveler. The centuries-old history of the St. Bernard breed became known to the world after mating monastic dogs with shaggy Newfoundlands. Puppies that inherited a rich fur coat did a worse job: long hair quickly got wet and covered with icicles, fettering the dog’s movements. The monks found a way: short-haired puppies remained in the shelter, and shaggy kids were given to pilgrims and travelers.

Overcoming the Alps, St. Bernards easily and permanently won the hearts of the townsfolk. Films are made about good-natured giants, poems are dedicated to them, monuments are erected in their honor. And although very few decide to acquire such a massive friend, everyone knows the “face” of St. Bernard.

Appearance

First of all, you pay attention to the dimensions: at least 65 and 70 cm. At the withers, at most 90 cm., Steel muscles, a huge head and mouth, in which the fist of an adult man easily fits. A straight back, a wide chest, a powerful neck, strong powerful paws - it is simply impossible to look without enthusiastic aspiration at a dog of such a constitution and such an impressive size. And the standard of the St. Bernard breed seems to make fun of people shy of the giant: growth at the withers is not limited if the dog is perfectly complex. The main thing is that the dog, not paying attention to the enormous weight, move easily and be able, like its ancient ancestors, to climb rocky cliffs and make their way through meter-thick layers of snow.

Much attention is paid to the shape of the head: a wide forehead, pronounced superciliary arches, hanging thick ears of medium size, a wide muzzle and an open, slightly angular wide nose - the dog should breathe freely, without hoarseness and shortness of breath. And it is very important that the Saint Bernard dog breed does not resemble a folded something: eyelids, snarls, folds on the face and head, and a suspension on the neck should not hang too much. Thick skin, though loose, but tightens the body, without forming excessively sagging heavy folds.

Shaggy St. Bernard is decorated with “pants”, “collar” and a tail that is well overgrown with thick wool. The coat of long-haired and short-haired St. Bernard should be straight, not crimped. Woolly harsh to the touch, thick, tight-fitting. The color is the same: the lower part of the body, throat and chest, legs, tip of the tail and borehole on the head are white, and the upper part is saturated yellowish or red in color.

Character and training

Talking about the nature of these dogs, the description of the St. Bernard breed is involuntarily associated with their homeland. Soft and pliable, like Swiss cheese. Delicate and silky, like Swiss chocolate. Reliable and unshakable, like a Swiss bank. Accurate and reliable, like a Swiss watch. The name of the breed is surprisingly suitable for these dogs. "Sen" is a saint. And the name Bernard is interpreted as a brave, strong bear.

Saint Bernard is not a fighting vehicle! The impressive size and formidable roar will frighten off the offender, but to drag these dogs through the ZKS system, to artificially develop anger and aggression in them is unacceptable. St. Bernards are naturally friendly, preferring to analyze the situation and warn, rather than attack. Breaking the psyche of a gentle philosopher is unreasonable and dangerous.

If the owner understands the psychology of dogs at least a little, there will be no problem raising a “baby”. St. Bernards are surprisingly logical, straightforward and open. They easily learn the necessary skills without showing excessive dominance. They are attached to the family, sincerely and openly love the owner. The generally accepted characteristic of the St. Bernard breed, as an absolutely safe family dog, of course, is not very true. They need training and training no less than other dogs. But the St. Bernards are really restrained in relation to children, strangers and domestic animals.

Saint Bernard - a breed of dog of the country content. And not only because the giant will be uncomfortable in the apartment. These dogs need free walking for many hours, hiking, training. They need it physically - in a confined space, the puppy grows up with a twitchy and excitable neurotic, joint diseases and cardiovascular system develop.

An important nuance of the content of St. Bernard is proper feeding. A large load on the joints, a lack of minerals and a tendency to gain weight can result in dysplasia, fractures and other problems. The choice of the menu should be entrusted to the breeder or limited to a professional feed.

Hair care would be simple if not for the size. The rich undercoat during moulting is easy to comb out, the mentally stable St. Bernard calmly endures all manipulations, but such a giant is scratching and scratching! And if you do not scratch, tufts of wool will be everywhere. The rest is nothing special: we follow the ears, eyes, claw length, clean teeth - everything is as usual.

Health

Saint Bernards are dogs of the so-called "late" growing up. If in the period up to three years the owner carefully monitors the diet and walks the puppy enough, the baby grows up as a strong, hardy giant. With age, problems with the heart and joints may appear, but, as mentioned above, the root of evil is improper feeding. Dogs with overly sagging eyelids often develop chronic eye diseases. In some lines, a predisposition to cancer is traced - an occasion to turn to an experienced breeder, ignoring the ads of lovers.

• Other possible dog names:   Chien du Saint-Bernard, St. Bernhardshund, Bernhardiner.
• Adult Dog Growth:   70-90 cm males, 65-85 females.
• Weight:from 80 kg.
• Characteristic color:   white with reddish-red marks or red with white spots. Mandatory dark mask on the face and white markings on the legs and chest.
• Wool Length: Longhair and Shorthair species are found. The coat is dense, not too stiff, with a thick undercoat. A characteristic lush collar forms on the neck.
• Life span:   8-10 years old.
• Advantages of the breed:   sociability, calm nature, great physical strength. Dogs are well trained, accommodating, love children.
• The complexity of the breed:require soft training, do not tolerate loneliness. Short life, in old age can suffer from serious diseases (malignant tumors, arthritis).
• How much is:depends on the class of the puppy. Prices for pet puppies without a show career start from 80 USD, puppies of a show class with a good pedigree sell for 600-700 USD. The price of a puppy from champions comes to 1000 USD.

The history of the origin of St. Bernard

There are several versions of the appearance of St. Bernards. Some dog handlers believe that dogs have a pedigree from the Bordeaux dogs (dogs of the Roman legionnaires), and acquired the final standard after crossing with. Others believe that the ancestors of the St. Bernards became steel, brought to Europe and crossed with local breeds.

The name of the breed was given by the monastery of St. Bernard in the Alps, created in the XI century. Large, strong and hardy dogs lived at the monastery and helped to find lost in the mountains   travelers. Dense thick coat and excellent instinct allowed dogs to find people even under avalanches, and thanks to their strength, the St. Bernards successfully delivered frozen travelers to the monastery.

In the nineteenth century, European cynologists engaged in animal breeding. The breed began to acquire standards similar to modern ones.

St. Bernards are used today   as companions and guard dogs. They are still involved in the search for people in the mountains, but more often they buy dogs for home maintenance.

Saint Bernards can be used as   caring and responsible nanny for children. They are able to protect the ward from attack, save from water or fire.

Saint Bernards are different calm, somewhat phlegmatic disposition. They are stable, not prone to frequent mood swings, get along well with other pets, love children very much. Saint Bernard may be a good companion for a single person or a friend for the whole family. Feels good mental state of the owner, capable of empathy.

Among the character traits that are most often noted by dog \u200b\u200bhandlers: good nature, mental stability, affection, self-esteem, lack of aggression, fearlessness.

Animals of this breed do not tolerate loneliness and harsh dressing. They need constant communication. With a lack of attention, the dog may become depressed.

Video review of the breed St. Bernard

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Before you get a puppy, decide whether you need a long-haired or short-haired dog. Future pet better search through clubs, they own information about most thoroughbred producers.

When choosing external attributes are taken into account. Signs of a healthy and promising dog:

• strong skeleton;
• large, well-developed head;
• dense, thick and silky coat with shine;
•   , eyes and mouth;
• correct color;
• fast and smooth gait, straight legs without deformation;
• right bite.

It is advisable to examine the mother of the puppies, take a copy of the pedigrees of the parents. Puppies can be taken at the age of 2 to 3 months, by this age should be made (information is indicated on the puppy card).

Nicknames for St. Bernard

Saint bernaram fit sonorous nicknames with an abundance of growling sounds. “Richard”, “Drago”, “Ressi”, “Rosina”, “Henrietta”, “Ariel” - these names sound solid and not too difficult for the dog to perceive. Consider the names of historical characters, and geographical names are suitable: "Baikal", "Baldur", "Siegfried", "Fredigunda", "Barcelona".

Choosing a nickname for a thoroughbred puppy, consider his pedigree. Usually, a nursery name or a combination of parents' nicknames is included in a double or triple name. It is important that the design sounds harmonious.

Saint bernard needs a permanent place. Prepare a trestle bed with bedding or a thin mattress for him in a quiet place. The animal should not lie on the bed, sofas or chairs.

Long haired dogs need to comb out   1 time in 1-2 days. After walking, the St. Bernards are washed with their paws, in urban conditions the pads are best protected with a special ointment. With severe contamination, dogs are bathed with mild animal shampoo.

Eyes   daily need to be cleaned with a swab dipped in cold boiled water or a special lotion.

It is better to feed the dog from a bowl mounted on a high stand. Animal needs walks 2-3 times a day, It is advisable to walk at a calm pace. Field trips where St. Bernard will be able to run or swim are useful.

How to feed St. Bernard

Monthly puppy 150 to 200 g of feed per day is required, food is divided into 5-6 servings. And 1 year, St. Bernard receives food 3 times a day, more adult dogs are fed morning and evening.

Adult saint bernard   should receive per day 400-500 g of pure protein (preferably raw meat).

It is recommended to feed dogs with concentrated food with a large amount of protein. Instead of soups, it is worth giving cereals with meat and vegetables or balanced prepared feeds. Dry and wet are preferred. premium feedspecially designed for large dogs. Access should always be fresh water.

Active St. Bernard puppies need. Dogs are accustomed to a place, walks on a leash and in a muzzle. It is important to teach the dog to give voice only on command, not to bark at every extraneous sound. It is advisable to master the commands "Aport", "Nearby", "Sit", "Lie", "Fu."

Dogs don't need special trainers, the master can do the basics of training.

Pros and Cons of Saint Bernard breed

Among the advantages of the breed:

• livability and calm disposition;
• moderate activity;
• ease of maintenance in the apartment;
• lack of aggression;
• unpretentiousness in food;
• watchman skills.

By cons include:

• short life span;
• molting throughout the year;
• susceptibility to disease.