November 9, 2006
St. Bernard Dogs
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Endowed with an uncanny sense of direction, the St. Bernard was originally used primarily to guide Swiss monks over trails that had been obliterated by windblown snow. One St. Bernard is said to have rescued up to 40 people from harsh Alpine conditions. A full-grown male St. Bernard can weigh up to 200 lb (90 kg), yet despite their size, the dogs are gentle by nature and fond of children. Why do depictions of St. Bernards often include a small cask of brandy tied around the dogs' necks?
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