A trio of adorable Saint Bernard dogs is in need of a loving permanent
home – but prospective owners are warned that the “gentle giants” who
must be adopted together come with a gigantic food bill.
The Edmonton Humane Society acknowledges that burly brothers Goliath, Gunther and Gasket pose a “giant adoption problem.”
The two-year-old dogs were transferred to EHS underweight but otherwise healthy. Feeding them costs around $300 each month.
All three have been neutered and weigh in at over 115 pounds each.
The canine companions are described as friendly and playful, but EHS said they show signs of anxiety when separated so must be adopted together.
“These three gentle giants have won over the hearts of staff and volunteers – even with the excessive drool,” Jamey Blair, manager of animal health and protection at EHS, said in a news release.
“While their status as bonded pets creates a unique challenge to find a home that can care for all 350 pounds of them, we are confident that there is a family out there who will give these three dogs their second chance. “
EHS reminded those interested to consider the expenses, including vet bills, of adopting giant-breed dogs like Saint Bernards, who have a life expectancy of eight to 10 years.
The humane society has also recommended the trio be adopted into a home with a large outdoor area. Because of the dogs’ size, the adoptive family should have either older children or no kids at all, EHS said.
The dogs appear to be house trained and get along with other dogs, EHS said.
Goliath, Gunther and Gasket will be available for adoption on Wednesday.
Those interested in adopting the dogs must email to schedule an appointment to meet them, and will be required to go through an adoption interview with all family members present to ensure it can fulfill the animals' needs.
A City of Edmonton bylaw only allows three dogs per residence.
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Three dogs, brothers must be adopted together
The Edmonton Humane Society says it may be hard to find someone who wants to adopt three big dogs all at once.
The Edmonton Humane Society acknowledges that burly brothers Goliath, Gunther and Gasket pose a “giant adoption problem.”
The two-year-old dogs were transferred to EHS underweight but otherwise healthy. Feeding them costs around $300 each month.
Edmonton Humane Society is looking for a home for a trio of Saint Bernard brothers, Goliath, Gunther and Gasket. Submitted.
All three have been neutered and weigh in at over 115 pounds each.
The canine companions are described as friendly and playful, but EHS said they show signs of anxiety when separated so must be adopted together.
“These three gentle giants have won over the hearts of staff and volunteers – even with the excessive drool,” Jamey Blair, manager of animal health and protection at EHS, said in a news release.
“While their status as bonded pets creates a unique challenge to find a home that can care for all 350 pounds of them, we are confident that there is a family out there who will give these three dogs their second chance. “
EHS reminded those interested to consider the expenses, including vet bills, of adopting giant-breed dogs like Saint Bernards, who have a life expectancy of eight to 10 years.
The humane society has also recommended the trio be adopted into a home with a large outdoor area. Because of the dogs’ size, the adoptive family should have either older children or no kids at all, EHS said.
The dogs appear to be house trained and get along with other dogs, EHS said.
Goliath, Gunther and Gasket will be available for adoption on Wednesday.
Those interested in adopting the dogs must email to schedule an appointment to meet them, and will be required to go through an adoption interview with all family members present to ensure it can fulfill the animals' needs.
A City of Edmonton bylaw only allows three dogs per residence.
Like: https://www.ctvnews.ca/lifestyle/wanted-forever-home-for-3-gentle-giants-who-can-t-be-apart-1.4127182
CTV National News: Puppy love in the family
Three dogs who are in need of a forever home have received an outstanding response from across Canada and the U.S. Jill Macyshon has more.
Saint Bernard brothers looking for home
The Edmonton Human Society said the three dogs need to be adopted together. CTV Edmonton’s Dez Melenka has more.
Three dogs, brothers must be adopted together
The Edmonton Humane Society says it may be hard to find someone who wants to adopt three big dogs all at once.
NEWS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
EDMONTON, AB (October 9, 2018) – The Edmonton Humane Society (EHS) is
facing a giant adoption challenge – literally. Three adult Saint
Bernard dogs are looking for their forever home and must be adopted all
together.
Goliath, Gunther and Gasket were transferred in to EHS’ care from another animal welfare agency.
The dogs are estimated to be approximately two years old. While friendly and playful, their behaviour assessment showed signs of the trio being bonded with each other, including high levels of anxiety, searching, and attempting to escape in order to find each other when separated. As a result, EHS is requiring that they go to the same home.
“These three gentle giants have won over the hearts of staff and volunteers – even with the excessive drool,” said Jamey Blair, Manager of Animal Health & Protection at EHS. “While their status as bonded pets creates a unique challenge to find a home that can care for all 350 pounds of them, we are confident that there is a family out there who will give these three dogs their second chance.”
“We also wanted to ensure their welfare and given the outcome of their assessment, we could not put them through the stress of being separated,” she added.
The dogs arrived underweight but are otherwise healthy. All three of them weigh over 52.5 kilograms (115 pounds). They have recently undergone their neuter surgeries, and will be available for adoption as of Wednesday, October 10.
EHS is recommending that interested adopters seriously consider the significant expense of adopting three giant-breed dogs before making the commitment. Their food alone is estimated to cost over $300 a month.
The life expectancy of a Saint Bernard is 8-10 years, and potential veterinary expenses must be considered as well. Because of their large size, EHS is recommending they go to a home with older or no children and with a large outdoor area. The dogs appear to be house trained and get along with other dogs. City of Edmonton by-law only permits up to three dogs per residence.
adoptions@edmontonhumanesociety.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
TRIO OF SAINT BERNARD DOGS LOOKING FOR THEIR FOREVER HOME
The Edmonton Humane Society is searching for a family to take in all three brothers, who are bonded with each other.
EDMONTON, AB (October 9, 2018) – The Edmonton Humane Society (EHS) is
facing a giant adoption challenge – literally. Three adult Saint
Bernard dogs are looking for their forever home and must be adopted all
together.Goliath, Gunther and Gasket were transferred in to EHS’ care from another animal welfare agency.
The dogs are estimated to be approximately two years old. While friendly and playful, their behaviour assessment showed signs of the trio being bonded with each other, including high levels of anxiety, searching, and attempting to escape in order to find each other when separated. As a result, EHS is requiring that they go to the same home.
“These three gentle giants have won over the hearts of staff and volunteers – even with the excessive drool,” said Jamey Blair, Manager of Animal Health & Protection at EHS. “While their status as bonded pets creates a unique challenge to find a home that can care for all 350 pounds of them, we are confident that there is a family out there who will give these three dogs their second chance.”
“We also wanted to ensure their welfare and given the outcome of their assessment, we could not put them through the stress of being separated,” she added.
The dogs arrived underweight but are otherwise healthy. All three of them weigh over 52.5 kilograms (115 pounds). They have recently undergone their neuter surgeries, and will be available for adoption as of Wednesday, October 10.
EHS is recommending that interested adopters seriously consider the significant expense of adopting three giant-breed dogs before making the commitment. Their food alone is estimated to cost over $300 a month.
The life expectancy of a Saint Bernard is 8-10 years, and potential veterinary expenses must be considered as well. Because of their large size, EHS is recommending they go to a home with older or no children and with a large outdoor area. The dogs appear to be house trained and get along with other dogs. City of Edmonton by-law only permits up to three dogs per residence.
adoptions@edmontonhumanesociety.com
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