The Saint Bernard

Thanks to Edwin Landseer, the world envisions a Saint Bernard with a miniature keg of brandy around its neck, off to rescue a lost, weary traveler. The painting he did in 1819 while visiting Switzerland stereotyped the dog breed endeared it with the public and was even somewhat true; certainly…

Is a Saint Bernard the Right Puppy for You?

Saint Bernards are very good dogs to adopt as long as you know what you’re getting into – and are prepared for it. Saint Bernards do not make good guard dogs, but can be territorial and develop a bad temperament if not socialized early. It’s strongly recommended to socialize them….