Saint Bernard

Breed Type: Working

Weight: 120 to 200 lbs

Height: 27.5 inches for Males, 25 inches for Females

Coat type: Saint Bernard can have either long or short hair.

Color: Saint Bernards may have dark masks and are generally available in red color with white markings or white color with white markings. White with streaked patches is available too. It is advisable to check that they must have white on legs, chest, tip of the tail, white blaze and a neck patch or a collar before taking in a dog.

Nature: St. Bernards have distinguished themselves for their bravery and rescuing many people from the clutches of death in Alps since centuries. They are big, loving, very friendly, good-natured, intensely loyal, love children, other dogs and pets alike and are quite protective to their owners and their possessions. They need understanding and sympathetic training at an early age not to pull on leash, as they grow up to a large size as they mature. Grooming: Regular brushing, combing, and checking and cleaning the ears and eyes of St Bernards is a must.

Exercise: Three short walks daily and an occasional chance to run free and a long walk is enough to keep a St. Bernard fit and happy.