Meet Rocky, Newest Member of our Family!!!*more pics added!*

[critter crazy]

Rocky is a 3yr old Saint Bernard we brought home this morning! His owner is elderly and can no longer give rocky the time, and excersize he needs, so I agreed to give him a home!
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Meeting Duke! They get along Fabulous!!
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Thats all enjoy!!!

[Taz_Zoee]

Oh my goodness!! That's a LOT of dog there. I have always loved St. Bernards. My first dog ever was a St. mix. :D

It is so great you were able to take him!!

[Kfamr]

OH gosh, Rocky is just a BIG handsome boy!

Congrats on your new sweetie! Looks like Duke likes him already. :D

[borzoimom]

A SAINT ON THIS SITE!! Oh I just love him! Poor guy to loose his mom, but good for him to get placed into a loving home!! Keep us posted, AND I WANT MORE PICTURES! ;)

[critter crazy]

Thanks Guys!!! His owner was sad to see him go. I have promised to keep him informed of how Rocky is doing! This big boy has only been here for a few hours, but has already stolen a piece of my heart! He is a huge lover! Will get more pics soon, once he has completely settled in!:D

[critter crazy]

Well I just Groomed Rocky!! He loves to be brushed, and just lays right down! I took off his collar, so I could do a good job, and realized there was a choke collar on underneath! So I tried to take it off, and it wont come off!!:eek: It is too tight!! I dont know is the guy forgot it was there or what, but it sure as heck didnt got on recently!! I am gonna have to have Hubby Cut it off with his Bolt Cutters!! I am so Glad I noticed it, cause it is starting to get snug. Poor Rocky!! But he is fine, and we will have him fixed up in a Jiffy!

[ShihtzuBeauty]

Ahh Rocky is Beatuiful! :) I lost my st. Oscar about 2 1/2yrs. ago, the love of my life. These big babies have even bigger hearts! He's gorgeous. :)

[chocolatepuppy]

Welcome to Pet Talk Rocky! What a gorgeous boy you are! :D

[critter crazy]

Ahh Rocky is Beatuiful! :) I lost my st. Oscar about 2 1/2yrs. ago, the love of my life. These big babies have even bigger hearts! He's gorgeous. :)

Awww...Oscar was adorable!! My first dog as a kid was a Saint. Named Tippy, he was a great dog. I am gald that i get the privelage to own one again!

[Daisy and Delilah]

Congratulations and thanks for taking that handsome man!! It seems he's adjusting well :)

[critter crazy]

Well Rocky has met hubby, and well things arent all that great! He dosent seem to like men very much! He isnt being mean, but he has given a low growl, and has run to me. I am hoping he adjusts and is okay after a while, if not he will have to find a new home once again:( I sure hope he gets used to hubby, and things are okay!

[Daisy and Delilah]

Awwww!!!! Best of luck with him. I hope he comes around :)

[borzoimom]

Well Rocky has met hubby, and well things arent all that great! He dosent seem to like men very much! He isnt being mean, but he has given a low growl, and has run to me. I am hoping he adjusts and is okay after a while, if not he will have to find a new home once again:( I sure hope he gets used to hubby, and things are okay!
Well if he was a mans dog, and I assume he was by the post of his owner, that could have been a gut reaction of " I thought you were dad.". Let your hubby feed him and give cookies for a few days...

[K9soul]

Rocky is gorgeous! :eek: I hope things work out with your husband. I'd give things at least a couple weeks, have your hubby give yummy treats or take him for walks. Those two things can help bonding a lot :)

[GreyhoundGirl]

:eek: He makes Duke look tiny! That sure is a lot of dog. his nickname should be 200lbs of hansome. He's so cute!

[buttercup132]

:eek: :D Congrads!!! He is gorgeous!I hope things work out.

[Pembroke_Corgi]

He is beautiful! Congratulations! :D

[Freedom]

What a handsome St. B! Did he let you get the choke collar off yet? Aw, poor boy. Looks like he is quite happy in your back yard! Will he be sleeping on the bed with you? :D

[Tollers-n-Dobes]

Congratulations!!!

Rocky is beautiful. I love St. Bernards. :)

[petslover]

oh wow.. Rocky is so lucky to have you take him in. It seems like he is already feeling like home with Duke. I hope everything works out.

[critter crazy]

Well things are aleady improving wit Rocky and Hubby!! He just a few minutes ago tried to get in the recliner with him!! Ha ha ha ha ha!! A little big to be a lap dog!!:D The doggies just ate, and are now laying on the floor relaxing!! Things are looking good!:)

[borzoimom]

Well things are aleady improving wit Rocky and Hubby!! He just a few minutes ago tried to get in the recliner with him!! Ha ha ha ha ha!! A little big to be a lap dog!!:D The doggies just ate, and are now laying on the floor relaxing!! Things are looking good!:)
WONDERFUL! I bet the poor dog was confused at first- things should be fine- and yes- big dogs do think they are lap dogs!

[luvofallhorses]

OMG! What a cutie! :D I love saint bernards! :) I had the pleasure of meeting one named Aspen. Congrats and it looks like Duke likes him already! :D I can't wait to see more pics! :D

[K9karen]

Yay that things are working out between your hubby and Rocky! I guess all the new people, environment and activities freaked him out a bit, but it's so great he's fitting right in!! You guys are awesome!

[momto2dogs]

He is beautiful I want one sooooo bad :) Hubby cant stand the drool

[shais_mom]

what a big lovable LUG! :)
kudos and hugs to you and KISSES to the furry ones!

[Karen]

Congratulations - and I knew he'd adjust quickly. Saints are SUCH people dogs. He's just gorgeous, and it's good he's getting along with the other dogs, too. Thank goodness you found that choke collar before it made him miserable! I hope for your sake that he's got leash manners, but he's not too old to learn some. It's just easier with Saints when they are still smaller than the human being trying to train them. They are such sensitive lugs, though - a harsh word is far more wounding than a wack with a 2x4 would be! There just is no *sigh* like a St. Bernard sigh.

[Ginger's Mom]

I am so glad you were able to give this big handsome boy a new home. And I am so glad he has settled down with your hubby. :) Give him some time, everything is so new to him, so many changes. Lucky for him he landed in a good home. :)

[critter crazy]

What a handsome St. B! Did he let you get the choke collar off yet? Aw, poor boy. Looks like he is quite happy in your back yard! Will he be sleeping on the bed with you? :D

Yes we were able to get the Choke Collar off last night. It had to be cut off cause it was way too small to get around his head, i could barely get a finger under it! Rocky was a good boy, and once it was off head started going nuts shaking his head! i think he was happy it was gone!:)

[ramanth]

Congratulations! Rocky is so gorgeous. Glad to hear he's warmed up to your hubby. :D

[lute]

CONGRATS! Rocky is such a handsome feller! I'm glad he is getting along with your husband now! MORE PICS!!!!! I LOVE SAINTS!!! :D

[buttercup132]

So when do we get more pictures of your guys?!?!:D :p

[critter crazy]

Okay guys here are a few more pics Of Rocky!!

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He met Loki for the first time today, and he realy had no interest. He sniffed, then went and laid down!
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He he he he he!! Check out the muddy footprints on the floor Next to Rocky!
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So he seems to be getting along quite nicely! He does seem to have a bit of Sepperation Anxiety tho! Last night we decided to leave the dogs downstairs, as we were unsure of Rocky's House habits.
So Hubby and I went to bed, not more than 20 mins later we heard a big crash, we got up started down the hallway, and there was Rocky! Confused, we went to the hall way door, which was no longer there!! He broke down the door!! Hubby was not happy!! Oops!!
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[Taz_Zoee]

Oh my goodness, sorry about the door. But how can you stay mad at him for too long with such a cute face like that!?!
Poor guy, he will eventually be fine with everything. :)

[borzoimom]

opps- another door bites the dust.. lol.
As far as muddy paws, when he settles in, trim the hair on the bottom of the paws. That will really reduce how much he brings in from the outside. Also cheap bathroom rugs- the thick pile kind- are excellent to clean big feet. I have then at the entry door they do in and out of..
It may also take a few days before he stops looking for his owner. Saints are known for being very loyal, and it may take a while for him to get over this. Removing also any blankets etc the other owner gave will help. As long as he smells these, he may continue to look for his old owner.

[critter crazy]

opps- another door bites the dust.. lol.
As far as muddy paws, when he settles in, trim the hair on the bottom of the paws. That will really reduce how much he brings in from the outside. Also cheap bathroom rugs- the thick pile kind- are excellent to clean big feet. I have then at the entry door they do in and out of..
It may also take a few days before he stops looking for his owner. Saints are known for being very loyal, and it may take a while for him to get over this. Removing also any blankets etc the other owner gave will help. As long as he smells these, he may continue to look for his old owner.

Actually today when i was trimming his nails, i did trim the fur of the bottoms of his feet, ithas helped alot. I remebered that from my Dog groomer, which rocky will be visiting very soon!:)

[kimlovescats]

I love Rocky! I met a big St. like him recently at our local shelter. I wanted so badly to bring him home, but I knew hubby would freak! He was such a good boy, even shook hands with me. I took him out for a walk in the yard there to at least give him a bit of exercise and love. I hope and pray he was adopted, because they are very high kill here! :(

Thank you for giving Rocky a wonderful home! He certainly looks happy and well-accepted by your entire family! :D

[Danegirl2208]

Congrats on the new addition..Rocky is a so handsome...look forward to seeing more pics :D

[luvofallhorses]

he looks like such a sweetie! :) I love his name, too! ;) How old is he, do you know? Give the big guy and Duke a hug for me, please! :D I hope to have a saint bernard someday. :)

[Toby's my baby]

Congrats on the new addition! He sure is handsome!! :D I can't wait to see more pictures!

[critter crazy]

he looks like such a sweetie! :) I love his name, too! ;) How old is he, do you know? Give the big guy and Duke a hug for me, please! :D I hope to have a saint bernard someday. :)

Rocky is three years old.:)

Plenty of hugs and Scrittches for the Terrible twosome!

[critter crazy]

Rocky and I Just went for our very first walk together! He was very well behaved! He walks great on the leash, dosent pull or anything! I also got to hear him bark for the first time. My neighbor was driving by in his truck, saw us and pulled over. We chatted about Rocky for a bit, he used to own two Saints, but Both have passed on. As he was pulling away, Rocky starting Barking. It scared the crap out of me, cause i wasnt expecting it! Boy is it loud! :D


Rocky is laying at my feet, Snoring!!!! I thought Duke was loud! Rocky sounds like a darn freight train!!:D

[kallisto4529]

Oh he is beautiful, i remember when i was younger my brother had a st bernard, that dog was incredible!!!! he does look little sad though, but once he sees what a great home he will have with you he will settle down alot, he seems to be getting along well with the other ones that is for sure.

[lute]

oh no! I guess the door is just proof Rocky likes his new family!

[Karen]

I laughed aloud at your being startled by how big his bark is. Yup, Saints don't bark often - and now you that it's a very good thing they don;t. Takes a lot to be worth actually barking about, but that broad, deep chest gives them a very resonant bark. And the snore - yup! You have an honest-to-goodness Saint Bernard there - that proves it!

[Muddy4paws]

Hes like a big teddy bear! I've never met a St. Bernard! You have 2 of my favourite breeds! :)