The New St. Bernard
The New St. Bernard by George Gwilliam, published by Wiley on March 27, 2000, is a comprehensive exploration of the Saint Bernard breed. This edition, consisting of 176 pages, serves as a loving tribute to a legendary canine that has played a vital role in Swiss history. The book delves into the breed’s history and its significance as a lifeline for stranded travelers, while also celebrating the cultural impact the Saint Bernard has had on artists and writers alike.
Readers will find a wealth of information across fourteen chapters that cover various aspects of the breed, including true stories of courage, guidance on choosing and caring for a Saint puppy, and insights into adult maintenance and health care. The book also addresses topics such as showing and breeding, providing a well-rounded perspective for both enthusiasts and potential owners. Lavishly illustrated with both black and white and color photographs, this edition aims to inform and delight anyone captivated by these gentle giants.
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Loving tribute to a legendary canine
For centuries the Saint Bernard was an indispensable part of the landscape of Switzerland and a lifeline for many stranded travelers near the Monastery that gave the breed its name. The Saint has inspired artists, poets and a long list of writers. Now comes an all-new book on this gentle giant of alpine legend that is bound to inform and delight everyone who has fallen under the spell of these spectacular dogs. The book includes fourteen information-filled chapters covering breed history, true stories of Saint courage, choosing and caring for a Saint puppy, adult maintenance, the standard, showing, breeding, health care and a view of Saints around the world. Lavishly illustrated with photos in black and white and color.
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