Bernese Mountain Dog

Bernese Mountain Dogs are guaranteed to attract attention.Bred and developed by the Swiss as a general purpose farm dog, the breed has captured the hearts of followers across the globe.Striking to look at in their contrasting black, tan and white colour pattern,even those who are not “die-in-the-wool” dog lovers cannot ignore, and be intrigued by, this stunningly beautiful breed. No wonder the breed was destined to flourish and find fame as a family companion – but what are Bernese REALLY like?

With Honours

Bernese are intelligent – but most have perfected the art of pretending they are not all Bernese puppies successfully leave their dam with their Human Manipulation Grade 1 Certificate and they clearly graduated with Honours!!

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HIGH MAINTENACE ! Bernese can be the greatest dog to live with – ask any of us who have shared our lives with them but they are a high maintenance breed and there is no escape from that!

bumpy ride

Owners who send out the wrong signals will inevitably be in for a bumpy ride as their baby enlarges at an astonishing rate those owners inevitably find themselves engaged in a daily battle of wits and strength far removed from what they may have hoped for in their ideal Bernese /owner relationship.

Once you bring a dog into your home, he becomes a family member and deserves to be treated as such. This is a lifetime commitment and you must be prepared to care for him for his entire life.
Here are just a few things that you must consider:

The Bernese Mountain Dog is part of the Working Dogs group — He enjoys activities such as carting, herding, obedience and agility. The Bernese is not generally an overly energetic breed but he does require daily exercise to help keep him in good shape.
The Bernese has a double coat that sheds a minimum of twice a year — typically Spring and Fall.This may not be the ideal breed for those suffering from allergies nor for anyone who does not like the thought of having dog hair on your floors, on your clothes, on your counters, or in your food. Regular grooming, especially during shedding seasons, are a must for this breed.

The Bernese Mountain Dog is very people oriented and is not a breed to be left alone for extended periods of time. He thrives on human companionship and needs to be made a part of the family.If you're away from home for long periods of time or work long hours and cannot devote the necessary time needed to spend with your dog, then perhaps you should reconsider the idea of getting a dog at this time in your life.

Although the Bernese may seem aloof to strangers and be somewhat protective of his home and family, the Bernese is not a guard dog. If you are seeking a dog for protection, the Bernese Mountain Dog is not the ideal breed for this role.

By nature, the adult Bernese is calm and gentle which generally makes him very good with children.However, as a puppy this is a breed which grows (physically) quite rapidly and may not be the ideal choice for very young children who can accidentally be injured by a rambunctious pup. In addition,some Berners can be "mouthy" as puppies, which again may harm a young child.

The Bernese is eager to please, intelligent and sensitive. Training should always be done in a positive manner and early socialization is a must for this breed. The Bernese Mountain Dog should attend puppy kindergarten classes and obedience training starting at a young age. The puppy should also be taken to various places to be exposed to as many different situations as possible.

From food to veterinary bills, to medication, to toys, to the size of the crate, to everything in between — Whatever the item, the Bernese Mountain Dog is a large breed and requires more than the small to medium breed. Therefore, the cost of owning a dog this size is obviously more expensive than owning a smaller breed. If you are not prepared financially for a breed this size, then please consider a smaller dog.