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Breed Standard for the
Saint Bernard |
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General Appearance: |
The
imposing Saint Bernard is powerful and proportionately
tall. It is strong and well-muscled. |
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Head: |
Flews of upper jaw are well developed; muzzle short and
deep; lower eyelids usually do not close completely but form
an angular wrinkle; Skin wrinkled over eyes, but not
excessively; head powerful with massive skull; ears rather
high set, in shape of a rounded triangle; |
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Tail: |
Carried fairly low. |
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Color: |
White with red, red or brindle with white; white must appear
on chest, feet, tail tip, noseband, and collar; may have
dark mask and ears |
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Size: |
Weight: 120 – 200 lbs
Height: Male: min. 27.5”; Female: min. 25” |
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Coat: |
Its
coat comes in two types: smooth, in which the short hair is
very dense and tough, and long, in which the medium length
hair is straight to slightly wavy. |
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Temperance: |
The
calm, easygoing Saint Bernard is gentle and patient around
children, although it is not particularly playful.
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