People got pets for a long time to facilitate to themselves life. The cattle provided with food and clothes, and cats created a cosiness. Protection of family and the territory and also rescue of lives always trusted in dogs. One of breeds which is better than the others is suitable for these duties - it is a St. Bernard.
It is required to you
- Money, consultation of the expert.
Instruction
1. The beginning of breed a St. Bernard was put in the Swiss Alps in the 11th century. In them Saint Bernard's monastery was located. Perhaps, because of it dogs received such name. The dangerous road where people, besides avalanches and winds, were threatened by robbers conducted to it. Often sent monastic dogs who differed in high endurance, big physical force and a magnificent scent for search of missing. It is considered that molossky mastiffs which were brought into Switzerland by the Roman legionaries were ancestors of this breed. As a result of constant crossings with local breeds of dog, for example, pireneyets, St. Bernards turned out.
2. Externally the St. Bernard looks as a large dog with a strong neck, the massive head decorated with a convex forehead. There are two species of these dogs: short-haired and long-haired. The first are earlier, they were used by monks. The last became widespread worldwide in 1830. And there were they as a result of crossing of this breed with the Newfoundland dog. But such dogs were not suitable for rescue operations because of the long wool as in snow weather of bores to it ice which prevented an animal to move.
3. At first sight this dog can seem frightening and dangerous. In fact this kindest creation which will be true and fair to the same owner and tender to members of household. But the St. Bernard requires full return. Before purchase think whether you have funds for its contents, whether there is enough place in the house or the apartment, whether there will be time for its leaving. After all, whether there will be enough physical forces to cope with this big dog.
4. Try to buy St. Bernard puppies. The adult individual will badly give in to training, than will complicate to you life. You should not do it in the market. Give preference to nursery with good reputation. Establishment of contact with the manufacturer as at first a professional advice can be necessary for you will be the most ideal option.
5. Decide on the purchase purpose. If the dog is necessary to you only as the partner, it is worth choosing a puppy, being guided by own preferences. Attend several exhibitions or check the catalog with St. Bernards. If you want the pet to promote to yourself and him, be ready that such dog will be more expensive. Besides, for this purpose it is necessary to know specifics of breed. Perhaps, it is worth taking the expert in this area.
6. Do not deprive of attention and puppy parents. Take an interest in their family tree, achievements, health. Besides physical characteristics, you should not forget also about mental health. If parents behave inadequately, it is worth being ready to that, as their issue will be the same.
7. Pay attention to a physical condition of an animal. The healthy puppy has to have a wet brilliant nose, free wool and skin, the elastic, but not inflated stomach. Paws will also help you to be defined. If they equal, the puppy has to grow healthy. Paws "in scattering" are symptom of possible rickets. Take an interest at the manufacturer about vaccination done to an animal.