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Saint Bernards from the Stoan Perspective

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This is an excellent book, not just for breeders and judges, but for anyone interested in Saint Bernards. It provides wonderful insight for people looking for their first pet Saint as well as those interested in showing Saints. A great reference book!

Stan Zielinski has produced an excellent book that,in most ways, is the modern version of the Saint Bernard Classic. This book is a must read for all exhibitors, Saint Bernard breeders and all AKC judges either qualified or applying to judge Saint Bernards.

As a novice Saint owner I found this book to be informative, fun, and concise about what has now become my favorite dog breed. And then I read this passage: "Signs of a Bad Home...Single Status...Single people are almost always in an unstable situation. While their present lifestyle may be suitable for a dog, you can count on a change happening that will make the owner unable to keep the dog. He will get married to somebody who is allergic to dogs, or he will decide to go back to school, or he will move to an apartment that doesn't allow dogs. The list goes on and on, but you see what I'm talking about here. Having to give up the dog is usually trauma for both the owner and the dog. Of course, you end up with the dog coming back."

Wow...just...wow. I'd venture to suggest that perhaps Mr. Zielinski was not properly socialized and has developed a rather narrow opinion and mindset about a broad group of people. Here's hoping that his housebreaking was much more successful!

Complements the "Saint Bernard Classic" as a reference

Stan is very knowledgeable wrt St. Bernard standard. Subscribes to the original working dog concept of the hospice. While I don't agree with line breeding he makes a good arguement. Current day judges should read his book.

Saint Bernards from the Stoan Perspective explains in language anyone can understand what those of us that aren't breeders and long time Saint Bernard owners need to know. It has helped me see what I need to look at when I buy my next saint. Breed standards aren't the easiest to interpret until you understand the terms. It's all spelled out in here.