28 Pros and Cons of Owning a Saint Bernard

Saint Bernards have a reputation as gentle giants. They are exceptionally friendly and kind. They will tolerate the playfulness and roughhousing of young children. The large Saint Bernad is slow-moving and obedient. This breed is eager to please its humans. They’re an intelligent breed, and training should start as soon as possible, while they’re still small enough to manage. Saint Bernards must be taught not to jump on people as they can easily injure young and old family members. The quicker you train them to walk on a leash, the easier it will be for you to walk them. Teach them to heel because if you don’t, you’ll be dragged along the pavement. Their size alone will discourage some individuals with bad intentions. Let Saint Bernard know that you are the pack leader, not them. This is not a violent breed; however, their colossal size can be dangerous if they’re not kept under control. They have a keen sense of smell and an uncanny ability to determine when bad weather is approaching. These qualities help to make them respected as search and rescue dogs. If you want a dog who... Is massive, heavy, and powerful, with a thick furry coat; Is usually kind and steady-tempered with everyone; Loves pulling carts and sleds and romping in cold weather; Is responsive to training in a slow, good-natured way.