Is the dog that played Cujo still alive?

The main dog featured sadly suffered an untimely death due to an infection during post-production, and the names of all the dogs who appeared in Cujo have been lost in the fog of time. If you happen to see any of these mystery Cujos, run for cover — and then let us know all about it in the comments below!
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What is the real name of the dog that played Cujo?

Cujo was played by four St. Bernards, several mechanical dogs, and a black Labrador-Great Dane mix in a St. Bernard costume. In some shots, stuntman Gary Morgan played Cujo whilst wearing a large dog costume. Karl Miller was the trainer for the dogs in Cujo.
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Is Beethoven the same dog as Cujo?

“Now, we have strangers come up to the van, put their hand in the window and say, 'Ah, Beethoven. ' ” The dogs in “Beethoven” and “Cujo” share another tie. Both were trained by Karl Miller, an Arleta resident who for three decades has been training animals for television and motion pictures.
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What happened to Beethovens dog?

Beethoven could have been anyone's St Bernard.” Sadly, giant dog breeds have short lifespans, and after the second film, Chris passed away. He was 12 when he died, which is actually longer than a lot of St Bernards live to be. It took several other dogs to take up the mantle of Beethoven.
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Was Cujo a man in a suit?

Cujo stands up as one of the best and most well-known killer animal movies thanks to the combined efforts of five St. Bernards, dog trainer Karl Miller, several mechanical dogs created by special visual effects makeup artist Peter Knowlton, and stuntman Gary Morgan in a dog suit.
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10 Things You Didnt Know About Cujo



How many dogs were used in the making of Cujo?

What Happened to Cujo? Five different Saint Bernards were used during production alongside one mechanical head replica and — slightly less impressively — a man in a dog costume.
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Do rabid dogs act like Cujo?

Rabies is a very nasty disease and can cause all sorts of erratic behavior, and like Cujo, animals can become aggressive. Most people think that since rabies prevention plans in the US are so good that they don't have to worry about rabies, but it is still out there.
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Are the animals from Homeward Bound still alive?

THE PETS FROM 'HOMEWARD BOUND' (1993):

Himalayan cats live an average of 15 years, while Goldens live to about 11, and American bulldogs commonly live between 10 and 15 years. This movie was made in 1993, 22 years ago. These animals are no longer alive.
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What is the price of Saint Bernard puppy?

One can easily purchase Saint bernard puppy in between the range of Rs. 45,000 to Rs. 50,000 across India. It is always suggested to buy these pups from home bred litter or from trusted breeders or stores.
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How much does a baby Saint Bernard cost?

The average cost of a Saint Bernard puppy is currently around $1000-$1500 in the US, but they can cost anywhere from $550 to $2000. However, budding buyers should know that a bigger price tag doesn't necessarily mean better quality of care.
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Where was Cujo filmed?

It was filmed in Glen Ellen, Mendocino, Petaluma, and Santa Rosa. All in California. An uncredited Frank Welker provided some of Cujo's vocal effects during the attack scenes.
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Will there be a Cujo remake?

', Will Have a New Story. Cujo, the 1983 horror classic, is getting the remake treatment from Sunn Classic Pictures, with the new title C.U.J.O., which stands for Canine Unit Joint Operations. DJ Perry is set to star, with Lang Elliott, the head of Sunn Classic Pictures, set to direct.
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Is Cujo mentioned in Pet Sematary?

That's the story old-timer Jud Crandall tells Dr. Louis Creed when he first regales him with the story of the misspelled “pet sematary” that's in the woods behind his new home. It's a reference to Cujo, of course, although the killer dog isn't buried in that woodland graveyard.
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Did Frank Dodd possess Cujo?

In the novel, there are hints that Cujo has not just been infected with rabies, but also possessed by the spirit of a local serial killer, Frank Dodd (who featured prominently in King's previous novel, The Dead Zone). They may only be brief, but it is enough to get those supernatural cogs whirring.
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Why did Cujo turn evil?

He was a St. Bernard dog male owned by the Camber Family. Cujo was once a friendly and playful companion, but when he contracts rabies from a bat bite, he went insane and was turned into a vicious killer that attacked anybody who came near him.
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What's the most expensive dog?

The Tibetan mastiff is the most expensive dog in the world. The breed stands at at least 26 inches shoulder height and typically weighs more than 100 lbs. Known to sell for at least $7,000 per puppy, a Chinese businessman made headlines when he bought a 1-year-old Tibetan mastiff for $1.9 million.
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What is the largest dog breed?

1. English Mastiff. The English Mastiff is officially the largest dog in the world. According to the Guiness Book of Records - a dog called Zorba weighed in at 142.7 kg and stood 27 inches high in 1981.
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Are the dogs in Homeward Bound dead?

House pets Shadow, Chance, and Sassy have survived bears, porcupines, and even a mountain lion. They have just escaped that horrible vet, and they're finally, finally home-free. Shadow, the gang's noble leader, is running across some railroad tracks when he goes to walk on a boarded-up patch of ground.
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Did any animals get hurt in the making of Homeward Bound?

Moving trains were filmed at a separate time and spliced into the film with the animals. While they are walking through this yard, Shadow falls into a pit and injures his leg. The dog never actually fell into the pit.
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How many dogs were used in Homeward Bound?

Stand-In Pets and Supporting Players

Ben, Rattler, and Tiki, the main animals portraying Shadow, Chance, and Sassy, receive star billing in the film, but, in reality, Chance and Shadow were each played by four dogs, while Sassy was played by 10 cats.
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Can humans survive rabies?

Once a rabies infection is established, there's no effective treatment. Though a small number of people have survived rabies, the disease usually causes death. For that reason, if you think you've been exposed to rabies, you must get a series of shots to prevent the infection from taking hold.
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What happens if you swallow dog saliva?

Dog saliva can contain infectious bacteria and harmful parasites, especially if they've just been eating rotten meat or killing rats. However, actually contracting something is exceedingly rare, and in most instances even if you swallow dog saliva you will be completely fine.
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What breed was Cujo?

Cujo, a friendly St. Bernard, contracts rabies and conducts a reign of terror on a small American town. Cujo, a friendly St. Bernard, contracts rabies and conducts a reign of terror on a small American town.
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