Buyer question
Is a Saint Bernard good for beginners?
It can be: our Animal Library rates the Saint Bernard 3 out of 5 for beginners (gentle but massive).
Source: the Saint Bernard page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Saint Bernard in the Animal Library
The detail
Bred by monks at the Great St Bernard Pass to find travelers lost in snow, the Saint Bernard is a massive, patient and friendly dog. It is famously gentle with children, but drool, size and short lifespan come with the package.
- Temperament
- Gentle, patient, friendly
- Best fit
- Families in cooler climates
- Trainability
- 3 out of 5 (Willing, train early)
- Energy
- 2 out of 5 (Moderate daily walks)
- Grooming load
- 3 out of 5 (Weekly brush, drool care)
What to weigh
Saints drool, shed and struggle in heat, and their size makes every cost bigger. Early leash training is essential, and the lifespan is short.