Also known as the St. Bernard or Saint Bernhard, the Saint Bernard is a gentle giant famous for its patience, loyalty, and calm demeanor. Despite their massive size, these dogs are affectionate and friendly, earning a reputation as loving family companions and dependable protectors. Often nicknamed the “nanny dog,” the Saint Bernard is known for its easy-going temperament and devotion to family life, making it an excellent companion for households with children.
The breed originated in the Swiss Alps, where Saint Bernards were bred by hospice monks to rescue lost travelers and haul carts through deep snow. These heroic dogs are credited with saving more than 2,000 lives between the 1600s and 1700s. In the 1800s, monks began crossing their Saints with Newfoundlands to increase size and strength, which produced dogs with longer coats. Around this time, the breed spread to England and the United States, and by 1888 the Saint Bernard Club of America was formed. The Saint Bernard became one of America’s most beloved breeds during the 1960s and 70s and remains a symbol of courage and companionship to this day.
Saint Bernards are characterized by their droopy eyes, floppy ears, pronounced jowls, and large, muscular build. Their coats can be short or long, most commonly in shades of red, brown, or brindle combined with white. These calm, intelligent dogs are gentle with children and welcoming toward strangers, though they remain protective if their family is threatened. Training should start early while they’re still manageable in size. Grooming involves weekly brushing (daily during shedding seasons), and owners should clean their eyes regularly to avoid staining. While Saint Bernards don’t need strenuous exercise, they do require daily walks to stay fit and prevent joint issues. They are moderate shedders year-round, with heavier shedding in spring and fall, and—true to their alpine origins—prefer cooler weather to heat.
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Sweetheart is full of love and snuggles. She is being raised with lots of love on a family farm. Well socialized, used to being around children, and animals. Up to date on shots and deworming. Pare
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Smarty is full of energy, wiggles, and love. She is being raised with lots of love on a family farm. Well socialized, used to being around children, and animals. Up to date on shots and deworming.
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Affectionate and friendly
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Affectionate and friendly
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Hello, my name is Mandy. I am a Female Saint Bernard. I am AKC Registered. I was born on July 31, 2026. I am currently up to date on my shots. I am also vet checked, dewormed, and microchipped. I am r
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Hello, my name is Macy. I am a Female Saint Bernard. I am AKC Registered. I was born on July 31, 2026. I am currently up to date on my shots. I am also vet checked, dewormed, and microchipped. I am re
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Hello, my name is Mallory. I am a Female Saint Bernard. I am AKC Registered. I was born on July 31, 2026. I am currently up to date on my shots. I am also vet checked, dewormed, and microchipped. I am
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Hello, my name is Mel. I am a Female Saint Bernard. I am AKC Registered. I was born on July 31, 2026. I am currently up to date on my shots. I am also vet checked, dewormed, and microchipped. I am rea
3Saint Bernard
Brown and white mask short haired
2Saint Bernard
Beautiful male 9 week old Saint Bernard. Loves kids of all ages, other animals, and going for rides. He is housebroken as long as you pay attention to his signals. He is up to date on all shots, regis
1Saint Bernard
I've always called her dirty face. She just looks like she's had her face in the mud puddle all the time. Healthy, lovable and playful, there's not a bad habit that she has that I could tell you about
5Saint Bernard
Been raised around other dogs, chickens, cats, and horses. come with the 30 day health guarantee. These puppies are dry mouth , meaning they do not slobber like beethoven and the others on t v. These
4Saint Bernard
Been raised around other dogs , cats , chickens and horses. Come with a thirty day healthcare guarantee. Use puppies are dry mouth , meaning they don't slobber like beethoven and the others on t v. Th
4Saint Bernard
FluffY fat little ball of fur. Ready for a new loving home. Comes with a 30 day health guarantee
5Saint Bernard
FluffY fat little ball of fur. Ready for a new loving home. Comes with a 30 day health guarantee
4Saint Bernard
Healthy, lovable and playful, there's not a bad habit that she has that I could tell you about.\n The reason they are older is I have been in the process of moving back to Tennessee from North Carolin
4Saint Bernard
FluffY fat little ball of fur. Ready for a new loving home. Comes with a 30 day health guarantee
1Saint Bernard
Healthy, lovable and playful, there's not a bad habit that she has that I could tell you about.\n The reason they are older is I have been in the process of moving back to Tennessee from North Carolin
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I Call this one dirty face because of her markings.. she looks like she's had her face shoved down in a mud puddle. They been raised around dogs and cats, chickens and horses. They are dry mouth. Mean