Saint Berdoodles Puppies

The Saint Berdoodle is a gentle giant. These dogs are very affectionate and loyal, and they love to be included in whatever their family is doing. They do well with children, but have a tendency to be suspicious of strangers. Since Saint Berdoodles are so social, they do not do well when left by themselves for extended periods of time. If alone for too often, a Saint Berdoodle may become destructive. Training a Saint Berdoodle is on the easier side, as these dogs are highly intelligent and love to please. They are big dogs, though, so Saint Berdoodles do best with assertive owners who able to handle large dogs. With proper training and early socialization, a Saint Berdoodle puppy will have no problem growing up into a well-rounded dog.

In general, Saint Berdoodles tend to be quite healthy. Minor conditions that can affect Saint Berdoodles include ear infections, bloat, obesity, and skin conditions. Similar to other large breeds, serious conditions these dogs can have include Hip Dysplasia, Wobbler Syndrome, and Von Willebrand's Disease.

Saint Berdoodles don't have an abundance of energy and prefer multiple short walks over a single long walk. This breed is good with 1-2 hours a day of light activity and exercise. Additionally, relaxing walks and play are better for these dogs than an intense workout. Saint Berdoodles tend to enjoy a good nap after exercise.

Saint Berdoodles don't need frequent grooming and can be bathed around once a month. This breed doesn't need constant brushing other than when dirty or to avoid coat tangles. Their teeth should be brushed around 2-3 times a week and they should have their nails trimmed every 1-2 months.

Saint Berdoodles that take more after their Saint Bernard side shed more than those that take after the Poodle side. However, these dogs aren't excessive shedders and mainly shed when the seasons change.

Saint Berdoodles are large dogs with coats that are usually white and brown, white and black, or red and white. Their coat, depending on the breed they take after, can be short and curly or medium length.

The Saint Berdoodle is the product of crossing a Saint Bernard with a Poodle. Like most designer dogs, the Saint Berdoodle's history is unclear. Aside from the fact that it originated in the United States, there isn't much information about how or when the Saint Berdoodle came to be. It is believed that the breed was created during the 1980s, which is when the "designer dog craze" first started. Due to its mixed breed status, the Saint Berdoodle cannot be recognized by the American Kennel Club (AKC). However, the breed is registered by the American Canine Hybrid Club (ACHC), the Designer Breed Registry (DBR), and several other clubs for hybrid and designer breeds.