Colour
Saint Bernards come
in a range of colours. This includes all white, red with white markings,
white with red markings or white with brindle markings.
Grooming
Saint Bernards do
require daily brushing and combing to keep their coats healthy and free
from mats.
History
Saint Bernards are
named after the hospice located on a mountain pass between Switzerland and
Italy. The monks of the hospice began developing the Saint Bernard in 1707
to rescue travelers, with a full breeding program underway by the early
1800s.
Positives
The Saint Bernard is
truly a gentle giant. Their mountain rescue work is a testament to their
love of people, and they are an excellent family dog.
Negatives
Saint Bernards have a
very short lifespan, which can be traumatic on families, especially where
children are involved. Additionally, because of their size, they are
relatively expensive to keep.
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detailed information about any breed of dog sold in Australia, please
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