Are you considering a Saint puppy?

We often receive inquiries from people a few months after they purchase their first Saint puppy complaining that their young Saint does not meet their expectations of how a proper Saint should look. This section is meant to give the novice an idea of what a better quality Saint should look like as a puppy by providing examples of good and poor Saint type. (see photos below)

In no way do we wish to discourage anyone from adopting a rescue Saint. Many of these needy Saints will make ideal family companions. However for those who are seeking a puppy and a Saint that exhibits many of the proper traits featured in our Illustrated Commentary and Breed CD, this section should provide additional information to assist you in acquiring a puppy that meets your expectations as an adult. We caution you that physical appearance is just one of the factors comprising overall quality. Please review in the Breeders Directory the sections titled "Hereditary Defects" and "Facts" prior to exploring the various websites and breeders for a possible puppy to add to your family.

If you do your homework prior to purchasing your first Saint, you will improve your chances of having an adult that represents the breed well. Our goal is to reduce the number of unhappy first time owners and also reduce the number of dogs entering Rescue Programs as a result of such dissatisfaction.

Good Luck in your search!

Pictured below are examples of poorly bred Saint Bernards, some with questionable parentage. All came with "papers" of some kind.