Saint Bernard

Saint Bernard

Switzerland
The Saint Bernard is a giant dog from the Swiss Alps, known for rescuing travelers lost in the snow at the hospice in the Grand Saint Bernard Pass. It comes in short-haired and long-haired varieties. The FCI standard describes it as friendly by nature, with a temperament ranging from calm to lively and alert. It has been considered the national dog of Switzerland since 1887.

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