Independent
Happy
Protective
Alert
Friendly
Devoted
Gentle
Going
Social
Selfish
Fearless
Good-natured
Quiet
Confidence

Assertive
Intelligent
Mellow
Energetic
Lively
Stubborn

Switzerland

France

Greater Swiss Mountain and Saint Bernard

Sheepdog

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

Unknown

800 AD

Brown
Amber

Hazel
Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
White

Fawn
Gray

Swissy Saints have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Berger Picards have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

A Swissy Saint can have a litter of 5-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Berger Picard can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Swissy Saints typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Berger Picards are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Entropion
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Wobbler's Syndrome
Digestive Problems

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia

Bloat

Collie Eye Anomaly

Eye Examinations
Blood Tests
Complete Physical Examination
Diagnostic Tests

Eye
Hips
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Swissy Saints are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Berger Picards thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Swissy Saint has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Berger Picard has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Swissy Saints require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Berger Picards need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Swissy Saints have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Berger Picards are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Swissy Saint dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Berger Picards bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Swissy Saint, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Berger Picard, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Swissy Saint has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Berger Picard requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Swissy Saint should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

In general Berger Picard should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 130-200 pound (59 - 91 kg) Swissy Saint feed 4 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 51-71 pound (23 - 32 kg) Berger Picard feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Swissy Saint is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average cost of a Berger Picard is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Swissy Saint is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Berger Picard is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Swissy Saints are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Berger Picards can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Swissy Saints are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Berger Picards make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Swissy Saints are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Berger Picards are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Swissy Saints are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Berger Picards are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Swissy Saints are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Berger Picards are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Swissy Saints have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Berger Picards are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.