Working · giant
Saint Bernard
Alpine rescue giant — slow-moving, drooly, and endlessly patient with children.
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Weight
54-82 kg
120-180 lbs
Height
66-76 cm
26-30"
Lifespan
8-10y
Traits at a glance
Energy2/5
Trainability3/5
Grooming needs3/5
Barking2/5
Good with kids5/5
Apartment ok1/5
Cost calculator
Estimated monthly
$707 AUD/mo
≈ $8,484 AUD/year · First year with setup ≈ $9,784 AUD
food$220
vet$115
grooming$112
supplies$50
training$55
insurance$150
registration$5
Upfront — buying the pup
$3,000–$5,000 AUD one-off
Typical pet-quality range from registered Australian breeders. Adopting instead? Rescues charge ≈ $350–$800 adoption fee.
Training tips for a Saint Bernard
Practical, breed-specific advice tuned to a Saint Bernard's temperament, energy and trainability.
Training guides for a Saint Bernard
Expert-written guides picked for a Saint Bernard's temperament and needs.
Health & nutrition for a Saint Bernard
What to watch for, how to feed, and how to keep a Saint Bernard in top shape — tuned to this breed's size and build.
Ready to meet a Saint Bernard?
Search animal shelters and rescues across Australia — and consider bringing a certified trainer to your first meet-and-greet.