Because filming took place over a period of several months and the puppies had to be a specific age for different scenes, many puppies were used during the months of filming. They were acquired from breeders and were returned to the breeders after filming. The part of Missy was divided between three St. Bernards, and Beethoven was played by two dogs. In addition to the real dogs, a full mechanical dog was used, and at times a man in a St. Bernard suit was also used. An articulated head that was capable of portraying several facial expressions was sometimes used for close ups.

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