New Saint Bernard Hardcover – January 1, 2000

I bought this book based on the reviews as we are getting a St Bernard puppy in a few months and we were looking for a good reference source about them as companions, this book isn't it. If you are interested in breeding and showing it's a good book with a lot of details and pictures.I was also quite disappointed to read in the training section the recommendation to actually scold a puppy for an accident in the house. "If the puppy has an accident in the house, it should be sufficient to scold him with your voice. Lower your tone of voice, saying, "Naughty puppy, bad dog" and actually scowl at the puppy" Are you kidding me? If the puppy has an accident in the house it is your fault and if it happens while you are not around again, your fault and you don't scold for that ever. It was at that point that I'd had enough, I had hoped that because it wasn't written by breeders it would be a great book on the breed. It's more a great book for people that want to be breeders or show.

I have read a few books on Saints and on various breeds. This book is outstanding for several reasons. The photos and art add a lot to the book, and are blended well with the information. The book is balanced and written well. This book is the best breed-specific book I've seen in terms of breed-standard. It provides the the complete standards divided up by USA, UK, and FCI. It also chronicles the heroic history and evolution of the Saint Bernard, and of course the legendary "Barry" is discussed. FYI this is not a training manual, but does include some helpful commands. This is a must-have book for the Saint owner/enthusiast, or an excellent part of your coffee-table collection.

Este libro Ilustra de manera amplia todo lo relacionado con esta raza tan especial, Como los demas libros de su genero entrega de manera simple y cotidiana las recomendaciones que se deben tener en cuenta para poder tener uno de estos gigantes en casa.

This book is very informative and a should be added to your collection of St. books!I highly recommend this book.Barbara

Nice book that lead me into world of St. Bernard. As my first book dedicated to St. Bernard i found it as valuable source of information. It help us with our dog.I recommend this book.

I recently rescued an adorable 2 year old St. Bernard. This book is full of information pertaining to the breed. Loved it!! Love my dog!!

This book has been written by long time St Bernard fanciers and conformation judges, the Gwilliams of Coatham Kennels, England. Listed in the contents are subjects not previously included or only briefly touched on in other St Bernard books. The addition of a Hereditary Disorders/Conditions chapter is a bonus, as are the sections on Weaning and Socialisation. Feeding Tables which list the St Bernards daily requirements and the function of individual vitamins and minerals (including the results of deficiency or excess of these), are comprehensive. The aged St Bernard and Temperament are also covered in this responsibly written book. An American section, State by State, ensures that this book crosses the Atlantic. This book is right up there with the best St Bernard books I own.