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Does the bernese have to be in a fenced in yard? Will they stay around home or do they run? I have a 100 acre farm.
If you adopt a Bernese Mountain dog puppy into a family that already has a small dog, will there be any serious consequences or problems, or will they eventually adjust?
Bernese Mt. Dogs usually get along well with other animals so there should be no problems adjusting.
Can this dog run long distances? 5 to 6 miles at a time.
From what I've learned - these are not long distance running dogs and they have a lower energy level. However, they excel in obedience, search & rescue, carting and tracking.
Is it possible to predict when bmd are puppies, how wavy their hair will be when they grow up? Although it's not a preferred look on this dog, I love the wavy on the dog.
Are Bernese Mountain dogs good farm dogs?
Yes, they would be good on a farm. As for sleeping outdoors that is okay, as long as that is what he or she wants. If they act like they want to be in with you, as mine does, definitely let them sleep inside.
Do Bernese Moutain Dogs slobber at all?
Mine does not slobber.
Is this breed of dog bad for someone with allergies or asthma?
It depends on what your allergies are, if it is dog hair, be warned, they shed a lot, if it is outdoor elements, don't leave the dog out, or brush well before bringing in.
I know of at least one person who has allergic reactions after any prolonged contact with my Berner. Definitely not a hypoallergenic dog.
I live in Tampa, FL. How would a Berner do in Florida?
We shave our Bernese during the summer-- we leave his head and tail long. But he still looks really cute, and is much happier. And once it gets cold outside, his hair grows back as if we'd never shaved it.
My berner doesn't like the hot weather at all. He does love the outdoors, though, so I wouldn't consider moving to Florida with him.
Do what I do. RUN him in the morning before it gets hot. Walk and train in the evening. Walk them once more at night just before it gets totally dark. I have a Samoyed and live in a very hot place, but she does fine in the summer. In the winter, she can play all she wants outside.
what if the weather gets really hot a couple days would a bermese mountain dog be okay???
Learn what to do if they over heat. You'll also have to give them alot of water.
Try shaving the abdomen to decrease heat conservation and keep the remaining coat well groomed and trimmed.
I disagree. they would be fine if you don't feed them too much ( so you won't have to exercise them too much) and keep them from being overheated.
Not well. The Berner has such a heavy coat, that he/she would need to remain indoors for most months out of the year.
What is the average price to pay for a puppy.
Unlike the puppy-mill dogs, a shelter dog usally has the adoption fee of around 80-100 bucks. They're pretty healthy
$600-1200 is the standard price for a pet-quality dog guaranteed against heart/hip problems. Expect to pay $1000-1800 for a show-quality dog. Additionally, if you wish to acquire a female for breeding purposes, some breeders will require a much higher price for that puppy.Be wary of cheap Bernese Mountain Dogs. This is a breed in demand, and unscrupulous puppy mills do exist that pump out hundreds of unhealthy, poor-quality dogs a year.
It may range from 300$ to 900$. For a show dog, 900$ to 1,000$ is the regular price.