Swisstar Saints
Meet the breeder
I'm Cherish P., the breeder behind Swisstar Saints located in Texas. We utilize health testing, ring performance, puppy culture and an emphasis on stable, wonderful personalities starting with genetics and rounding off with proper socialization to produce the best dogs we can. ❤️.
Q. & A. with Cherish
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include mahogany and white, brown and white, and red and white. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and a kennel on my property.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Zesty
Went homeFemale
Zion
Went homeMale
Zinnia
Went homeFemale
Zoe
Went homeFemale
Zelda
Went homeFemale
Zen
Went homeFemale
Zephyr
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Cherish
Cherish has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.
Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
Puppy prices include a $3,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Contract & health guarantee
Cherish may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Cherish offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don’t hesitate to reach out to Cherish directly.
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What’s included
From Good Dog
- Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
- 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
- Puppy Training Program & private community
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Cherish.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Texas
5287 miles away
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More about Cherish
Club memberships
Cherish is a member of North Texas Saint Bernard Club and Saint Bernard Club of America.
Cherish has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
Cherish was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Cherish’s links
Cherish is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Swisstar Saints meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
- Responsible breeding practices
- Health of breeding dogs and puppies
- Puppy environment and enrichment
- Buyer education and policies
Parent dogs
Wendy, mom
Saint Bernard
About Wendy
Wendy is a female Saint Bernard. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Cherish decided to make her part of their program. Cherish has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Swisstar Saints reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Saint Bernards.
Hip Dysplasia
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
DNA Disease Panel, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A)
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).
