Bruno the Saint Bernard Pretends the Trash Is Someone Else's Problem

With his head turned to the side and his gaze fixed on nothing in particular, the big red and white Saint Bernard is a picture of innocence. Beside him, a trash bin has been knocked over and its contents fan out across the floor, with cans, wrappers, boxes, and banana peels scattered everywhere. His fur is thick and fluffy, his droopy ears hang low, and his dark brows give him a thoughtful, worried look.

Saint Bernards are famous for being huge, gentle, and patient, and they have a long history as rescue dogs in the Swiss Alps. They are known for their sweet temperament, though their size means a mild bump of the tail can clear a coffee table. They also have an appetite to match, and a bin full of food smells wonderful to a big dog. Garbage can hide hazards like cooked bones, spoiled food, and sharp packaging, so a locking lid or a closed cabinet is a good idea. If your dog gets into something that worries you, call your vet. Large breeds like the Saint Bernard also need thoughtful feeding and gentle exercise, and your vet can help you plan both.

He is clearly hoping the mess will go unnoticed, which is hard when there is a whole bin worth of evidence on the floor. We will call him Bruno. He is still the sweetest dog in the room, and the broom is already waiting.