| UK KC Classification |
Working |
| Country of Origin |
Switzerland |
| Date of Origin |
Middle Ages |
| Height |
61 - 71 cm (24 - 28 inches) |
| Weight |
50 - 91 Kgs (110 - 200 lbs) |
| Life Expectancy |
11 Yrs |
Main Characteristics
St. Bernards are large dogs that have great substance. Their coats are thick and dense and they are coloured orange, mahogany-brindle, red-brindle or white with patches of any of the above colours.
Temperament
St. Bernards are known to be friendly, kind, intelligent, and steady dogs.
Suitability
If you are considering a St. Bernard as a pet, consider the following points:
They are not suitable for urban living
They are suitable with children
They are content to live and sleep outdoors
They thrive in cold climates
Interesting Facts
St. Bernards are also known as:
St. Bernhardshund
Bernhardiner
Alpine Mastiff
Saint Bernard
St. Bernards are used as mountain rescue dogs.
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