St Bernard Dog Long Hair

B ər ˈ n ɑːr d is a breed of very large working dog from the western alps in italy and switzerland.

St bernard dog long hair. Parents big size mom about 200lb father 230lb. Bernhardshund bernhardiner chien du saint bernard saint bernard dog saint bernard of longhair perro boyero perro san bernardo san bernardo st. They were originally bred for rescue work by the hospice of the great st bernard pass on the italian swiss border.

The hospice when defined as built by and named after italian monk bernard of menthon acquired its first. Although it was initially thought that long hair might help a snow dog it actually hindered them when their hair froze in the frigid conditions of the alps. Weekly brushing will help to remove dirt and loose hair and keep the dog looking his.

Find long haired saint bernard puppies and dogs from a breeder near you. It s also free to list your available puppies and litters on our site. In 1830 a few of those remaining were crossed with newfoundlands creating the first long coated breed of the saint bernard variety.

We have top quality dry mouth saint bernard dogs. We expect new litter born before new year gabby and mozart. In the early 19th century numerous dogs died due to disease severe weather and inbreeding.

Saint bernards come in long haired and short haired varieties but both types of coats require the same care. It is doubtlessly one of the most popular and beloved molosser because its appearance is a synonym of loyalty peace and courage. As a result saint bernards were no longer used as rescue dogs.

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