Calm
Spirited
Energetic
Friendly

Playful
Independent
Happy
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Going
Social
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful

Dunkers shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Mini St. Bernards are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Dunkers make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Mini St. Bernards are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Norway

United States

Russian Harlequin Hound, Norwegian Scent Hounds

Cocker Spaniel and Saint Bernard

19th Century

1990s

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Blue
Fawn
White

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Silver
White
Sable
Brindle

A Dunker can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Mini St. Bernard can have a litter of 6-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Dunkers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Mini St. Bernards are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Deafness

Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Seborrhea
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Hip Dysplasia

Entropion
Ectropion
Skin-Fold Dermatitis
Retinal Dysplasia
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Ear Examination
Hearing Tests

Cardiac
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Ultrasound
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis

Dunkers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Mini St. Bernards are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Dunker has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Mini St. Bernard has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Dunkers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Mini St. Bernards have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

The Dunker is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Mini St. Bernard dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Walking, Running

Tug

Dunkers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Mini St. Bernards are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Dunker, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Mini St. Bernard, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Dunkers usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Mini St. Bernards usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Dunker has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Mini St. Bernard requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Dunker is somewhere $1.40 - $2.10 per day.

The average cost of a Mini St. Bernard is somewhere $2.20 - $3.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Dunker is between $42 - $63. This makes an average of $504 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Mini St. Bernard is between $67 - $101. This makes an average of $804 - $1212 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Dunker is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Mini St. Bernards are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Dunkers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Dunkers can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

The Mini St. Bernard is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Dunkers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Mini St. Bernards make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Dunkers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Mini St. Bernards are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Dunkers are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Mini St. Bernards are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Dunkers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Mini St. Bernards are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Dunkers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Mini St. Bernards have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.