Saige

Meet Saige, a loving six-year-old Saint Bernard from Florida; residing in Hendersonville, NC, whose essence is a gentle giant wrapped in a luxurious tricolor coat. This sweet girl has had a tough start but is now thriving and ready to find a new loving home where she can be cherished as the big-hearted companion she truly is!

Saige is a stunning example of her breed, with her giant size and heartwarming presence. She adores people and craves human affection, making her a perfect fit for a couple who can shower her with hugs and cuddles! Saige is fully house-trained and has never had an accident, showing her impeccable manners indoors. She is also quite the adventurer, enjoying car rides and outdoor playtime in a securely fenced yard.

Despite her affectionate nature, Saige has a few quirks that need consideration. She is selective with other dogs and has shown aggression towards smaller dogs, likely due to past incidents. Therefore, she would thrive best in a home without other pets or young children. Her ideal family would be a loving couple who can provide a secure, private yard where she can explore and play safely. A family who works from home or has flexible schedules would be perfect, as Saige loves company and being close to her people.

Saige knows several commands such as sit, stay, lay down, wait, come, go potty, get your balls, and fetch. Her favorite activities include playing with balls and going for walks, though using a muzzle during walks is recommended due to her selective nature with other dogs. She is also a constant companion, always ready to be by your side and offer her giant heart for comfort and companionship!

This gentle giant has a few stress triggers, including thunderstorms and fireworks, so a calm and soothing environment is essential for her well-being. Regular grooming is necessary to keep her coat in top condition and to prevent hot spots, as she needs to be thoroughly dried after getting wet.

Saige is spayed, up-to-date on vaccinations, and ready to join a caring family who understands her needs and is committed to providing her with a secure and loving environment. If you’re looking for a big love bug who will fill your life with warmth and companionship, Saige might be the perfect addition to your home!

Pet's Name: Saige
Dog: Primary Breed: St. Bernard
Birthdate, estimate is okay: 10/31/2017
Age Category: Adult
Where did you get your pet?: Rescued from a foster in FL where she was abandoned
Adoption Day, when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.: April 11 2020
Gender: Female
Size (at full grown): Giant
Weight (in pounds) at full-grown size. Example: 35: 130
Primary Color: Calico/Multi/Tricolor
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?: She loves balls, walks but need a no skip collar and I’d suggest a muzzle, loves any toys
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?: No
What commands does your dog know?: Sit, stay, lay down, wait, come, go potty, get your balls, fetch
Has your dog ever exhibited any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, could you please share some details about the situation?: Yea she bit a small dog that was barking and lunged at us, the dog bit my husband and she grabbed the dog and caused injury
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?: She is fine left alone, we do not crate because her past trauma. Has never had an accident ever
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?: Thunderstorms, fireworks
Is there a particular routine that works best for your dog in terms of feeding, walking, and sleep?: She eat morning around 630/7am and at 5pm. She goes outside in fenced yard. Will not used the bathroom on a leash
Medical History and Care:
Vaccinations up to date
Spayed or Neutered
House/Litter-Trained
Microchipped
Special Diet
Special Needs
Never Vetted
Unknown
Does your pet have any history of health issues or medical conditions that potential adopters should be aware of?: Prone to hot spots. Needs groomed and dried completely if she gets wet
Personality:
Playful
Constant Companion
High Energy
Medium Energy
Low Energy
Stubborn
Timid
Needs Training
Friendly to Strangers
Good with Other Dogs
Good with Young Children
Good with Cats
Bonded Pair
Requires A Fenced Yard
Crate Trained
Purebred
How is your dog with other dogs?: Selective: Gets along with some dogs but not others.
How is your dog with cats?: Aggressive: Does not get along with cats and may show aggressive behavior.
What's the most endearing thing about your dog?: But love bug and cuddler
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?: No children, no other pets, attentive and loving owners, preferably a work at home couple because she loves company
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?: Pet Behavior
Rehoming reason details (if necessary): Rehoming because we live in a super dog filed neighborhood and we do not have time or money to get her better trained to not react to dogs outside our home
If applicable, do you have the legal right or necessary permission from the breeder or rescue organization to rehome this pet? :
Not Applicable
Yes
How long will you be able to keep your pet before you may need to consider surrendering him or her to a rescue?: One month
What do you feed your pet?: Diamond Naturals large breed lamb
Do you have pet insurance for your pet? : No
Would you consider a long distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State: Hendersonville NC
Zip Code: 28739
How did you hear about us?: Rescue/Shelter
Service Level: No-Cost Option: Basic Listing Service