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Saint Bernard
🏔️ The rescuer of the Alps! Huge, fluffy, and sometimes drooly. They are famous for carrying barrels (in cartoons!) and saving people in snow.
⚡ Quick Facts
Size
Large
Weight
120-180 lbs (54-82 kg)
Life Expectancy
8-10 years
Energy Level
Low
Good with Children
Yes
Apartment Friendly
No
💖 Personality & Behavior
A massive teddy bear. They are calm, patient, and love kids (Nanny dogs!). They might sit on you and squash you with love.
🍖 Food & Treats
They eat SO MUCH! But like other giants, need to rest after eating. Get a slobber towel ready!
⚠️ General information only - for specific dietary needs, consult a veterinarian
🎾 Play & Activities
Favorite Games & Activities:
- Playing in snow
- Gentle walks
- Pulling wagons
- Napping
- Cuddles
They love the cold! Snow is their favorite toy. They aren't marathon runners, slow and steady wins the race.
🏡 Living Environment
They need a cool house and plenty of room. Not for tiny apartments! They drool... a lot.
✨ Fun Facts
- A St. Bernard named Barry saved somewhere between 40 and 100 lives.
- They didn't actually carry brandy barrels - that's a myth!
- They have an amazing sense of direction.
- Beethoven the movie dog was a St. Bernard.
- They are one of the heaviest dog breeds.
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