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First Day of Kwanzaa

Happy Kwanzaa!

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Blanche, Princess, and Ilse of Uto

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Vintage Saint Bernard Photo

Young Pluto

First Day of Hanukkah

First Day of Hanukkah

Happy Thanksgiving

Gobble, Gobble

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Vintage Saint Bernard Photo

Frithjof

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Vintage Saint Bernard Photo

Tristan

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Vintage Saint Bernard Photo

Marquis of Biel and Young Bob

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Marquis von Biel

Head Shot of Marquis von Biel

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Vintage Saint Bernard Photo

Vintage Saint Bernard Photo

Vintage Saint Bernard Photo

Vintage Saint Bernard Photo

Barry Gundeldingen

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Tom and Apollo By Biel

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Young Bob By Biel

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Irma Von Biel (head study)

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Irma Von Biel

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Nero By Biel

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Hercules Von Biel

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Independence Day

Happy 4th Of July!

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Brandykegs

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First Day Of Summer

First Day Of Summer

Useful Tip

Veteran breeders will tell you to keep your healthy puppy/dog away from veterinarian clinics.  The reason is quite simple and very sound advice; this is where sick animals are.  You do not want to expose your healthy puppy/dog to unhealthy environments.  There is so much out there that is contagious and you should definitely avoid that exposure. 

Veterinarian clinics are very big business; the independent veterinarian is disappearing.  Many of these clinics push teeth cleanings, and also over-vaccinate for things like parvo and bordetella; telling you that you must vaccinate every six months.  Keep in mind these clinics are businesses and businesses want and need to make a profit. 

The responsible pet owner finds themselves in a quandary; they strive to keep their pets healthy and happy.  They also vaccinate to prevent diseases.  So what do you do?  Try to approach the whole thing with some common sense.

Teeth cleaning is a big ticket item for these clinics; and if you have a large breed your charges will reflect the size of your breed as well.  Anesthesia is used for teeth cleaning; putting any dog under is dangerous; it becomes even more dangerous as your dog ages. 

We need good veterinarians to treat our dogs when they are sick, perform a surgery, do lab work for diagnosing problems, prescribe medications.  We don't need extra office visits for our healthy pets, nor vaccinations every six months when once a year is sufficient. 

(provided by Brandykegs Saint Bernards)

Father's Day

Happy Father's Day From Brandykegs!

Flag Day

Flag Day

Useful Tip

Finding the right vet for your large breed dog is quite a challenge.  I recommend taking the time and do some screening.  The last thing you need is to have a veterinarian assigned to your large breed dog that specializes in miniature breeds; I point this out because it actually happened to me.  Look for examining rooms that have tables that can be lowered to the floor; allowing your large breed dog to step on the table be secured and then the table can be raised for the examination.  Scales that are located on the floor for weighing dogs is also beneficial.  Take a tour of the facility, check out the examining rooms, hospital area, boarding areas.  Find out if they do in-house lab work or it they send it out.  Can they do X-rays for large breed dogs?  Which veterinarians are taking on new clients? Try to arrange to speak with those who are available.  Learn their hours of operation; is someone available on weekends, night time, holidays?  Do they handle emergencies at their facility?  It is so very important that you find a veterinarian that you feel comfortable with their knowledge and experience levels.  You should also take in to consideration your dog's reaction to the veterinarian.  Finding the right vet for your large breed dog is worth the time to check these things out.

(provided by Brandykegs Saint Bernards)

Vintage Saint Bernard Photo

Barry Von Saulgau II

Useful Tip

Bathing your dog regularly is a good idea.  I like to use the soft squishy facial poufs to apply the shampoo to my dog's coat.  This way I don't use too much shampoo; but have plenty to create nice suds.  You should always plan to spend more time rinsing than washing.  It is important that you do not leave any soap on your dog's coat or skin.  Regular bathing of your dog allows you to observe the onset of skin irritations or tissue growths.  Things you want to take care of early before they become a bigger problem. 

(provided by Brandykegs Saint Bernards)

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Memorial Day

Memorial Day Is Observed Today

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Useful Tip

Did you know that Vitamin E oil is great for re-growing hair on your dog's bald spots?  Dogs get scrapes, scratches, hot spots, or have surgeries that leave a bald spot.  Simply apply the Vitamin E oil to the bald spot a couple of times each day.  A veteran breeder shared this tip with me; I have personally had success with the Vitamin E oil. 

(provided by Brandykegs Saint Bernards)

Vintage Saint Bernard Photo

Useful Tip

Here are some things to keep in mind when getting a puppy/dog.  This is a commitment for the entire life of that puppy/dog.  If you are unwilling to take on that responsibility; then don't get a puppy/dog.  That cute ball of fur will always look to you for:

• Food
• Water
• Shelter (from the cold, heat, wind, rain, snow, sleet)
• Baths
• Clean-up of their feces
• Health care

Don't be part of our nation's problem of overflowing shelters for unwanted pets.  Show the devotion to your puppy/dog; that they show to you.

(provided by Brandykegs Saint Bernards)
 

Mother's Day

Happy Mother's Day From Brandykegs!

Vintage Saint Bernard Photo

Kean I

Useful TIp

Barking dogs are a nuisance in any neighborhood.  You should always try to be a good neighbor and make the effort to see that your puppy/dog is not a nuisance with barking.  There are different methods to help or stop barking; such as bark collars.  Some collars use a static zap, some a tone, and some a spray; the choice is yours.  Some dogs are such a nuisance with barking that de-barking your dog by a veterinarian becomes necessary.  Many cities or counties have laws regarding nuisance barking; usually three strikes means de-barking.  We all know puppies/dogs bark; just don't let it become a nuisance. 

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Vintage Saint Bernard Photo

Useful Tip

Dogs that jump up on people are a real problem.  They can easily knock over small children, elderly, or small-framed adults.  This is a behavior that begins when they are puppies and it is very important to stop this behavior when it starts.  If you see a puppy/dog start to jump up on you; turn your body sideways.  You can also use your knee to nudge them away.  It is very important that you let the puppy/dog know that this is not an acceptable behavior.  Success with modifying this behavior will take determination on your part. 

(provided by Brandykegs Saint Bernards)

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Earth Day

Be Green Conscious Today

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Useful Tip

Training your puppy should begin from a very young age and continue for their entire life.  Command words in training should be kept short; try to use just one word.  Command words to use are:  sit, stay, come, down, over, and wait.  Treats and praise should be used equally when your puppy/dog successfully performs a command.  Try to find time each day for training, sessions do not have to be long just frequent. 

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Vintage Saint Bernard Photo

Pluto of Arth with toddler

Useful Tip

If you see someone walking more than one dog; yield some space to them.  It is a nice courtesy to extend to someone and one most of us would like to receive as well.  When someone is walking multiple dogs; they have their hands full.  I usually cross to the other side of the street whenever I encounter someone walking more than one dog.  I know that is not always practical and sometimes not even possible.  Being courteous to others is just the right thing to do.

(provided by Brandykegs Saint Bernards)

Vintage Saint Bernard Photo

Pluto and Bergmann (Arth Dogs)