Dog-lovers Shopping guide to Coronado
February 13, 2019
There you are at Geneva Airport, thinking your Swiss adventure is over but amidst the Caran D’Ache crayons and Toblerone triangles nestle a range of adorable St Bernard Gifts – the perfect mementos of your dog-loving trip!
Can’t accommodate a full-size St Bernard in your home? A stuffed toy could be the next best thing. This one comes with a mini wooden barrel collar charm that can also double as a keyring. (29 CHF at Swiss Craft Store – Lederhosen sold separately!)
TOP PICK: Quality waffle-textured tea towel embroidered with a sweet St Bernard and pretty alpine flowers. Light, easy to slip into your cabin bag and a practical gift you can enjoy at home on a daily basis. (10 CHF at Main Gift Store)
A great reminder to stock your fridge with Swiss cheese & chocolate, this 3-D magnet features a smiling St Bernard with a rustic backdrop. (10 CHF at Main Gift Store)
Finally a snow globe scene that actually makes sense! Shake and watch the St Bernard disappear into a swirling snowstorm… Gradually he reappears, padding stoically onward, barrel still in pride of place. (84 CHF at Swiss Craft Store)
Your beverage of choice will be kept warm in this flask cup, especially if you follow this droopy-faced fella’s lead and add a dash of brandy. (20 CHF at Main Gift Store)
This beautifully hand-crafted cuckoo clock depicts the traditional Swiss chalet with wooden-shuttered windows brimming with alpine flowers and not one but three St Bernards, including two cutely-carved puppies. (925 CHF at Swiss Craft Store)
Hand-painted 12-block children’s puzzle featuring a panting St Bernard and puffing Swiss alphorn player. (Swiss Craft Store.)
For those red hot moments in your kitchen! This padded mitt & matt set is designed by Geneva-based company COFTER, who have been specializing in Swiss souvenirs for over 90 years! (20 CHF at Main Gift Store)
The Swiss alternative to Clicker Training? Instead of a metallic snap you could opt for the pleasant jangle of this brass bell! (10 CHF at Small Gift Store)
We love the Bernese Mountain Dog just as much as the St Bernard, even if he doesn’t get nearly as much publicity. This velvety cuddly toy comes with his own natty Swiss cross bandana.. (10 CHF at Main Gift Store)
For many more St Bernard Gifts check out the online store at Foundation Barry.