Massachusetts Saint Bernard Breeder

Welcome to FzyBr Saints, a preservation Saint Bernard breeder located in Falmouth, Massachusetts on Cape Cod. Our breeding program is dedicated to preserving the health, temperament, structure, breed type, and heritage of the Saint Bernard.

Every breeding is planned with purpose and with the future of the breed in mind. We strive to produce healthy, sound Saint Bernards with the temperament and characteristics that have made the breed one of the world’s most recognizable and beloved gentle giants.

Whether you are looking for a family companion, therapy dog, performance prospect, or show dog, our goal is to thoughtfully match each FzyBr Saint Bernard with a home where that dog can thrive.

Preservation Saint Bernard Breeding

As preservation breeders, our responsibility extends well beyond producing puppies. We are committed to protecting and strengthening the Saint Bernard for future generations through thoughtful breeding, health testing, careful evaluation, and long-term stewardship of the breed.

Our Saint Bernard breeding program emphasizes:

  • Health testing and responsible use of genetic information
  • Genetic diversity and preservation of valuable bloodlines
  • Stable and affectionate Saint Bernard temperament
  • Correct structure, soundness, and movement
  • Breed type and adherence to the Saint Bernard breed standard
  • Careful evaluation and placement of every puppy we produce

Saint Bernard puppies raised at FzyBr Saints are raised in our home with socialization, enrichment, and exposure to everyday family life. This foundation helps prepare our puppies to become confident companions and successful members of their future families.

Why Choose a Saint Bernard?

The Saint Bernard is known throughout the world for its gentle temperament, loyalty, intelligence, imposing presence, and devotion to family.

The breed was developed in the Swiss Alps and is inseparably associated with the Great Saint Bernard Hospice and Pass, where the dogs became famous for their work alongside the monks and for rescuing travelers in the treacherous Alpine environment.

The dogs that formed the breed were developed from Swiss valley dogs found in the countryside surrounding the Hospice, with the recognizable Saint Bernard type becoming established there over generations.

Today, well-bred Saint Bernards can excel as family companions, therapy dogs, show dogs, and performance dogs while retaining the soundness, temperament, strength, and distinctive breed type that preservation breeders work to protect.

Living with a Saint Bernard also requires preparation. They are giant dogs with substantial requirements for space, training, grooming, veterinary care, nutrition, and responsible ownership. We encourage prospective owners to learn about the breed before deciding whether a Saint Bernard is the right dog for their family.

Why FzyBr Saints?

FzyBr Saints is more than a Saint Bernard breeding program. We are actively involved in breed preservation, health initiatives, education, mentorship, historical research, and the broader Saint Bernard community.

Our commitment to the breed extends beyond the whelping box. Preservation breeding carries a responsibility to understand the dogs behind a pedigree, protect valuable bloodlines, make informed breeding decisions, and contribute to the long-term health and future of the Saint Bernard.

Every FzyBr breeding decision is made with those responsibilities in mind.

Saint Bernard Puppies and Adult Dogs

We do not currently have a Saint Bernard litter planned.

When we do breed a litter, our focus is on quality rather than frequency. Occasionally, retired show dogs, young adults, or older puppies may also become available to approved homes. Every placement is carefully considered to ensure the best possible match for both the Saint Bernard and the family.

If you are interested in future Saint Bernard puppies from FzyBr Saints or an available adult Saint Bernard, we encourage you to learn about our placement process and complete our Puppy Application.

Massachusetts Saint Bernard Breeder Serving New England

FzyBr Saints is located in Falmouth, Massachusetts on Cape Cod. We work with responsible Saint Bernard homes throughout Massachusetts, New England, and the United States.

We welcome inquiries from people who share our appreciation for the Saint Bernard and understand the commitment required to responsibly own a giant breed dog. Finding the right home matters more to us than geography.

Meet the FzyBr Saints Breeders

FzyBr Saints is the work of Matt Agnese and Carolyn Goodwin-Agnese, whose shared commitment to the Saint Bernard guides the kennel and its breeding program.

Matt is a preservation breeder, cynologist, historian, educator, and lifelong student of the Saint Bernard. His work within the breed includes preservation breeding, historical research, health initiatives, education, and mentorship.

Carolyn has been an integral part of FzyBr Saints since 2017 and is a partner in the kennel. She is actively involved in every aspect of the program, from the day-to-day care and development of our dogs to breeding decisions, raising and evaluating puppies, showing, and helping select the right homes for FzyBr Saints dogs.

Together, Matt and Carolyn approach breeding as long-term stewardship. Their goal is not simply to produce the next litter, but to make thoughtful decisions that protect the health, temperament, structure, heritage, and future of the Saint Bernard.

Learn More About FzyBr Saints

If you would like to learn more about FzyBr Saints, preservation breeding, Saint Bernard history, and Matt’s journey within the breed, the podcast interview below provides additional insight into the program and the values that guide it.

The conversation explores responsible Saint Bernard breeding, breed preservation, mentorship, and the long-term stewardship required to protect one of the world’s most iconic working breeds.

Watch the interview below.

Frequently Asked Questions About FzyBr Saints

Where is FzyBr Saints located?

FzyBr Saints is located in Falmouth, Massachusetts on Cape Cod. We work with responsible Saint Bernard homes throughout Massachusetts, New England, and the United States.

Do you have Saint Bernard puppies available?

We do not currently have a litter planned. Future litters, available adults, and application information can be found on our Saint Bernard Puppies page.

What is a preservation Saint Bernard breeder?

A preservation Saint Bernard breeder approaches breeding as long-term stewardship of the breed. This includes health testing, pedigree and genetic research, sound temperament, correct structure, preservation of breed type, and thoughtful breeding decisions intended to protect the Saint Bernard for future generations.

Does FzyBr Saints health test its Saint Bernards?

Health is an important part of every FzyBr breeding decision. We use health testing, pedigree information, genetic information, and knowledge of the dogs and bloodlines behind our breeding program when evaluating potential breedings.

Does FzyBr Saints place puppies outside Massachusetts?

Yes. Although FzyBr Saints is located in Massachusetts, we consider appropriate homes throughout New England and the United States. The suitability of the home and the match between the family and the individual Saint Bernard are our primary considerations.

Looking for a Saint Bernard?

Whether you are interested in a future Saint Bernard puppy, a retired show dog, an available adult, or simply learning more about the breed, we welcome responsible inquiries from families who share our appreciation for this remarkable gentle giant.