Independent
Happy
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Fearless
Good-natured
Quiet

Happy
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Dominant
Loyal
Cheerful
Quiet

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

Mastapeakes are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Saint Bernard and Rottweiler

Mastiff and Chesapeake Bay Retriever

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Red
White

Cream
Brindle
Sable
Fawn
Red
Brown

St. Weilers have medium-length coats.

Mastapeakes have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

A St. Weiler 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.

A Mastapeake can have a litter of 7-9 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.

Bloat
Eye Problems
Heart Problems
Hypothyroidism

Pulmonic Stenosis
Canine Hip Dysplasia
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Allergies
Epilepsy
Joint Dysplasia

Entropion
Ectropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteosarcoma
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Allergy Tests
Blood Count
Full Body Physical Examination especially of the joints
Eye and Ear Examination

Eye Examination
Biopsy
Electrocardiogram
Radiographs
Thyroid Testing

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

Mastapeake has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Walk, Play, Walking, Cuddling, Doggy Daycare, Dog park, Fetch, Bath time, Off-leash, Tug-of-war

Fetch, Running

St. Weilers 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.

Mastapeakes 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 St. Weiler, it's at least 12 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 Mastapeake, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Ideally, St. Weiler should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Mastapeake should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

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

Mastapeakes have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

St. Weilers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

St. Weilers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

St. Weilers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Mastapeakes are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.