Saint Bernard

Saint Bernard
Working
A Saint Bernard dog stands on green grass in a park, surrounded by fallen leaves and trees, with a leash on the ground.
Photo courtesy of Saint Bernard Breed Club

Meet the Saint Bernard

The Saint Bernard is a giant breed known for its gentle and calm demeanor. Despite their large size, they are excellent family pets. They require regular exercise and grooming to maintain their thick coat.

Breed Group:

Working

Breed Personality:

Friendly, Courageous, Sociable, Outgoing

Breed Specifics

Max Life Expectancy
(years): 10
Max Height
(inches): 30
Max Weight
(lbs): 180

Main Breed Characteristics

Good with Children (5/5)
Good with Other Dogs (3/5)
Shedding (3/5)
Grooming Needs (2/5)
Coat Length (1/5)
Good with Strangers (3/5)
Playfulness (3/5)
Protectiveness (5/5)
Trainability (3/5)
Energy Level (3/5)
Barking Level (1/5)

Breed Variations

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