Pet dogs have many innate habits and personalities, but more of a dog's instincts are based on acquired training. Scientific and reasonable training is the fundamental prerequisite for cultivating an excellent pet dog. But when is the best time to train a dog? For Saint Bernard dogs, they are born with very strong vitality and the potential to accept training. For this larger-sized Saint Bernard, what period is the best time to train?

　　Strictly speaking, the puppy stage of a Saint Bernard is the best period to accept training and discipline. For most Saint Bernards, training before one year old is crucial. After the puppy is weaned at 45 days old, simple commands can begin at 3 months, such as fetching, scenting, standing, lying down, and waiting. The puppy may not perform excellently, but these basic movements and command conditioned reflex training are the foundation for further training in the future.

　　Larger Saint Bernards mature physically later, but at one year old, a Saint Bernard is capable of participating in “work,” and a one-year-old companion dog should also be able to complete many common commands. Therefore, Saint Bernards are destined to start training during their puppy stage, laying a solid foundation for normal work after one year old.

　　Training a Saint Bernard is not just about mastering good living habits, such as eating or relieving itself in designated places. It is also about developing a good temperament and attitude toward people. Only Saint Bernards that are gentle, amiable, and obedient can interact amicably with people. If a Saint Bernard is aggressive and fierce, it absolutely cannot coexist peacefully with people.