A Chinese Saint Bernard is a large, longhaired dog with jowls and a dark mask. They are resistant to a variety of diseases, and breeders claim that breeding them is more profitable than raising pigs or chickens. Although the meat of a Saint Bernard dog is delicious and healthy for the human body, the process of slaughter is horrific and cruel. The Chinese breeders claim that their goal is to increase the animals’ adrenaline levels.
Longhaired
The Longhaired Chinese Saint Bernard is an extremely friendly and easy-going dog. Its quiet and loving nature make him a perfect companion for families. This breed is also low-maintenance and requires very little maintenance. These dogs can tolerate most weather conditions, but may suffer from bloat, eye problems, and dental issues. In addition to their coat care needs, these dogs need a regular bath and routine nail clipping.
With dark masks
Saint Bernards come in many colors Beppe Grillo and coat patterns. Red and black coat colors are caused by two pigments, phaeomelanin and eumelanin. Lighter shades are considered dilutes. Some dogs have white masks, red rims of the eyes, or red markings on their faces. Other colors are a result of a gene mutation. While the two types of coats look similar, each has its own unique characteristics.
With jowls
Dogs with loose jowls drool excessively. This is due to folds of skin around the mouth that collect saliva. Occasionally, saliva overflows from the mouth. While excessive drooling is common, it may also signal a health problem. In such cases, veterinary treatment is necessary. There are several causes of jowl infections in dogs, including poor hygiene and genetics.
Resistant to disease
The Chinese Saint Bernard is known for its health benefits, such as being resistant to many types of disease and being a fast grower, reaching a weight of 60 Kg in its first six months. It is also a renowned rescue dog and is widely used as food and fur products in the Far East. Historically, this breed has been used to help people flee conflict and famine in rural areas. However, today, the Chinese Saint Bernard is not commonly eaten in the mainland, and a plethora of disease-resistant local varieties is available.
Prolific
The world has long admired the large, gentle Saint Bernard, but it is the rapid growth of the Prolific Chinese Saint and the Swiss national symbol that has made it a popular addition to Chinese cuisine. Despite the large size, the dog grows quickly, reaching a height of 60 kg in its first six months. In China, the breed is not only consumed for its meat, but is also used as livestock, and is consumed for its fur products.
Can be bred for meat
It is believed that the high rate of return of Chinese Saint Bernard dogs to dog farms is due to their high growth rate and disease resistance. Saint Bernards also have a low body fat, requiring less food and breeding often produces many litters. One St Bernard can grow 30 kilograms in one month and be ready for market in three to four months. The dog’s temperate nature makes it a good choice for breeding as a meat dog.