Bernard we know today. It is reported that when the occasional larger, long-coated puppy appeared in a litter it was given away, and it is from these puppies that the modern breed developed. The breed was introduced to Britain in 1810 and first exhibited in 1863. In 1865, the breed was officially named the St. Bernard and in 1887, at a congress held in Zurich, Switzerland, an international breed standard was adopted. Today the Saints' alpine rescue work has been taken over by German Sherpherds and the dogs, which are still being bred at the Hospice, are mainly a tourist attraction.
Colours are white with red or red with white.
White markings on chest, feet, tip of tail, head and neck are essential. The Saint needs lots of room, indoors and out, and regular daily exercise. This site is conceived by Webnet inc.