Saint Berdoodle
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- A Giant Breed With a Soft, Goofy Side: Saint Bernedoodles often inherit the Saint Bernard’s massive size combined with the Poodle’s playful personality. This results in a dog that looks imposing but behaves like a cuddly clown.
- Excellent “Nanny Dog” Reputation: Known for patience and tolerance, they’re often wonderful with children when properly socialized. Their calm demeanor makes them popular in family homes despite their size.
- Coat Types Can Vary Widely: Saint Bernedoodles may have straight, wavy, or curly coats depending on which parent they take after. This variation affects shedding levels and grooming frequency.
- Less Drool Than a Pure Saint Bernard: Thanks to Poodle genetics, many Saint Bernedoodles drool significantly less than their Saint Bernard parent. This makes them more appealing to owners who love giant breeds but dislike constant slobber.
- Emotional & Highly Empathetic: This breed is known for being emotionally intuitive and sensitive to human moods. They often excel as therapy or emotional-support dogs due to their gentle nature.
Breed History
The Saint Bernedoodle is a relatively new designer breed developed in the early 21st century, primarily in North America. Breeders sought to combine the Saint Bernard’s calm, nurturing temperament with the Poodle’s intelligence and lower-shedding coat. While not recognized by major kennel clubs, Saint Bernedoodles quickly gained popularity for their affectionate personalities and family-friendly nature. Like most doodle mixes, their appearance and traits can vary depending on generation and breeding practices.
Personality and Behaviour
- Calm & Easygoing Indoors: Despite their large size, Saint Bernedoodles are generally relaxed inside the home. They prefer lounging near their family once their exercise needs are met.
- Strong Attachment to Their People: This breed thrives on companionship and may become anxious if left alone for long periods. They do best in homes where they’re treated as true family members.
- Friendly but Not Overbearing: Saint Bernedoodles are typically welcoming to strangers without being overly excitable. Early training helps manage their enthusiasm — especially when greeting people.
Care
- Exercise: Moderate daily exercise such as walks and gentle play keeps them healthy without overtaxing their joints.
- Training: Consistent, positive training from an early age is important to manage their size and strength.
- Grooming: Regular brushing several times a week is essential to prevent matting, especially for curlier coats.
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GroomingWhat to ask your breeder?
Here's a short summary of what you should be asking your breeder:
Saint Bernard Health Testing
| Screening | Considerations |
|---|---|
| Hip Dysplasia | One of the following: OFA Radiographic Hip Evaluation PennHIP Evaluation (min age 24 months) |
| Elbow Dysplasia | OFA Radiographic Elbow Evaluation |
| ACVO Eye Exam | Eye Examination once 22 months old. Results registered with OFA |
| Cardiac Evaluation | One of the following: Congenital Cardiac Exam by Boarded Cardiologist Advanced Cardiac Exam Basic Cardiac Exam by Boarded Cardiologist |
| Degenerative Myelopathy | DM DNA Test from an approved lab |
| Autoimmune thyroiditis | (Optional) Autoimmune Thyroditis Evaluation from an approved Lab. Results registered with OFA. |
Poodle Health Testing
| Screening | Considerations |
|---|---|
| Hip Dysplasia | One of the following: OFA Radiographic Hip Evaluation PennHIP Evaluation. Results registered with OFA. |
| ACVO Eye Exam | ACVO Eye Examination. Results registered with OFA. |
| Health Elective Testing | One of the following: Autoimmune Thyroditis Evaluation from an approved Lab. Results registered with OFA. Sebaceous Adenitis evaluation by an approved dermapathologist. Results registered with OFA. Basic Cardiac Exam Advanced Cardiac Exam |
How Much Does It Cost to Own a Saint Berdoodle Per Year?
Determining the cost of owning a Saint Berdoodle is essential for responsible dog ownership. Use our calculator to estimate expenses, including food, grooming, veterinary care, and more.
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Calculate NowFrequently Asked Questions About Saint Berdoodle
When you talk to a breeder, you're not just asking “do you have available Saint Berdoodle puppies?” You're looking for a match in the process of rehoming a dog. As a prospective dog owner, you are assessing how predictable the dog's health, temperament, and long-term welfare will be and whether the breeder's practices reduce avoidable risk.
You should engage in a conversation about the following topics:
- Which health tests and genetic screening do you do specifically for Saint Berdoodle, and can I see the results?
- What do you do if a puppy develops a serious genetic condition? What contract, policies and support do you offer as a breeder?
- How are puppies raised from birth to 8+ weeks? Ask about socialization, philosophies on early neurological development, handling, and exposure.
The real cost of a dog isn't just the puppy price. After year one, the cost of a dog includes the predictable annual costs + the unpredictable “risk costs.” Your goal is to make the cost legible before you commit, as one of the top causes of surrendering a dog is not being able to afford the dog in later years.
To help you assess these costs, Paction has created the Ultimate Cost Calculator. You can also read an article written by a Paction breeder on why a prospective dog owner should focus on the ongoing costs of dog ownership and not “how much” the puppy costs.
Every dog breed has certain health issues that tend to occur more often, but what matters most is how predictable and preventable those risks are. For many breeds, common concerns include inherited conditions (such as orthopedic, eye, or cardiac issues) as well as lifestyle-related challenges like weight management, dental health, skin or ear problems, and anxiety.
Responsible breeders help reduce inherited risk through appropriate health testing, careful selection of breeding pairs, and transparency about family history. To understand more about responsible breeding programs that prioritize health and genetic screening of breeding pairs, check out Making Science Simple: Canine Genetics for Puppy Shoppers.
As an owner, you play an equally important role. Consistent preventive veterinary care, proper exercise and enrichment, healthy nutrition, and early screening can significantly improve long-term health outcomes.
Whether a Saint Berdoodle is right for you depends less on the breed itself and more on how well its typical energy level, temperament, and care needs align with your daily life. Important factors include your schedule and activity level, living environment, household dynamics (such as children, other pets, or allergies), and tolerance for noise or independence. Long-term fit also comes down to maintenance like grooming, training needs, and how often you travel or rely on outside dog care.
Use Paction's Dog Breed Matchmaker and Pup Time Estimator to find out more about what dog is right for you.
