Nana

Available

6 months- 2 years|Saint Bernard|Female|X Large|Mckinney, TX

🐾 Friendly☺️ Gentle🧠 Smart🚽 House Trained😌 Calm

Nana

Available

6 months- 2 years|Saint Bernard|Female|X Large|Mckinney, TX

🐾 Friendly☺️ Gentle🧠 Smart🚽 House Trained😌 Calm

Nana is a female Saint Bernard with a beautiful tricolor (brown, black, and white) medium-length coat and a notably large size. She is young, spayed, up to date on vaccinations, and currently in the care of St. Clouds Rescue. Nana is house trained and features an extra-long tongue that makes her special but does not interfere with daily life. She is ready to find a new home.

About Nana

Click apply to start the adoption process. Nana was found as a stray with her son and is now looking forward to the comfort of a loving forever home. Weighing around 110 pounds, she's a striking Saint Bernard with a beautiful rough, medium-length coat in classic tricolor hues. Nana is spayed, up to date on all her vaccinations, and heartworm negative, ready for a healthy start with her new family. One of her standout features is her extra-long tongue, which may be due to a quirk of birth or past trauma, but it never gets in the way of her eating or drinking—it's simply her unique charm. At roughly 2-3 years old, Nana is young with a wonderful disposition and a sweet temperament. Currently, Nana prefers the company of her pal Hanky Panky but is open to making new friends. Due to the large size of Saint Bernards and their happy, bumbling nature, homes with children under 5 are not suitable for Nana—for the safety of small kids, as she could accidentally knock them over. While Saint Bernards are not aggressive, this is a precaution for your family's safety. Nana will need to be an indoor companion, as Saint Bernards do not tolerate the Texas heat well. Her new family will also be required to purchase a year’s supply of heartworm preventative at cost and consent to a home visit and microchipping. Lets make it official, apply to adopt!

Questions about Nana

What type of living environment is this breed usually best suited for?
Saint Bernards are best suited for homes with plenty of space, ideally with a large yard. They thrive in environments that are not overly hot, as their thick coats make heat a concern.
How much outdoor space does this breed typically need?
Saint Bernards benefit from a sizeable, securely fenced yard where they can exercise safely, but should live indoors when it's hot or humid to prevent overheating.
Is this breed typically suitable for homes with children?
Saint Bernards have a gentle nature and are generally good with children, but their large size means they can accidentally knock over small kids. Supervision and consideration for the safety of very young children is important.
Is this breed usually better for first-time or experienced owners?
While Saint Bernards are gentle, their massive size and grooming needs make them better suited to experienced owners who understand large breed care requirements.
Does this breed typically get along with dogs?
Saint Bernards are generally friendly and sociable with other dogs, especially if they are properly socialized from a young age.
Does this breed typically get along with cats?
With proper introductions and socialization, Saint Bernards can coexist peacefully with cats. Their calm demeanor usually helps with multi-pet homes.
Does this breed typically get along with small animals?
Saint Bernards are not typically prey-driven, but due to their size, care should be taken around small animals to avoid accidental injury.
How does this breed typically behave with strangers?
Saint Bernards are typically friendly, but can be somewhat reserved at first. They are known for being gentle and welcoming once they feel comfortable.
How long can this breed typically be left alone?
While Saint Bernards can tolerate some time alone, they prefer companionship and should not be left alone for long periods. Prolonged isolation can lead to boredom and anxiety.
What level of training does this breed usually require?
They benefit from basic obedience training and socialization, especially considering their large size. Consistent, gentle training helps them become well-mannered adults.
What size range does this breed generally fall into?
Saint Bernards are considered extra-large dogs, often weighing between 120 and 180 pounds as adults.
What is the typical lifespan of this breed?
The typical lifespan of a Saint Bernard is around 8 to 10 years, with proper care and regular veterinary attention.
How much does this breed typically shed?
Saint Bernards are moderate to heavy shedders, and regular grooming is necessary to manage their thick, double coats.