Most famuosly know as the "Beatoven dog", this playful beast is extremely endearing. The Saint Bernard is always watching, observing, and patient, especially with children. This gentle giant is muscular, powerful and down right massive! A males height is minimum 27.5 inches at the withers and can weight upward of 180 pounds; females are naturally smaller. Thier huge friendly head has a wrinkly browline, a short muzzle, and a big nose, making for the squishiest of heads! They are known to be magnificant droolers, so having a drool rag around is genereally a good idea if youd like to keep things and yourself drool free. Their charming, silly, sentisive, and intellegent selves are a perfect match for a family with children. They love strangers but will give out a hefty bark when needed that will surely frighten anyone who is unaware of their presence. They do not have stamina or endurance for long time play, and love to give out spurts of energy, then lounge around for long periods. We especially love the Saint Bernard for families and couples who enjoy being home, playing in the backyard and enjoying a binge of their favorite show!