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(Berner, Berner Sennenhund) The Bernese Mountain Dog is a hardy breed with a sturdy, heavy build and a beautiful double coat. Their compact body is well muscled and features a broad, deep chest. The brisket reaches to at least the level of the elbows. They have a wide head with a slight furrow down the middle and a pair of average-sized, triangular-shaped ears. Their teeth meet in a scissors bite and their dark eyes possess a gentle expression. The noses of this breed are black in color and the tail is long, bushy, and carried low or in a slight upward curve. The Bernese Mountain Dog has a comparatively long double coat that is straight or slightly wavy in texture. The coat is weather-resistant and tri-color. A white blaze is present on the chest and white markings are apparent on the head and toes. Rust markings over the eyes, cheeks, sides of the chest, under the tail, and on each eye are also visible.
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Bernese mountain dogs are tri-colored with rusty brown markings on their legs and face, jet black and white on their chests and feet. The white chest marking forms a swiss cross. They come in Brown, Black and White. Any other colors are considered a fault.
The Bernese Mountain Dog is a very gentle breed with a cheerful disposition. They love children and are highly intelligent and easy to train. They are not naturally aggressive but they make excellent watchdogs. A true companion, the Bernese Mountain Dog is very loyal and will likely have trouble adjusting to a new owner after he is 18 months old. They are alert, self-confident, and cheerful. They are never sharp or timid, and they maintain their puppy-like demeanor for a long time. This breed loves spending time with its people, and they shouldn’t be locked away or kept in a kennel. Bernese Mountain Dogs are a comparatively sensitive breed. They should be properly socialized and well socialized as puppies.
Most Bernese Mountain Dogs are not highly energetic and love to play with their owners. They may require several walks a day and weekly trips to the dog park. They love the cold and do great in cold climates.
The Bernese Mountain Dog is susceptible to cancer. They have an average life span of 6 to 8 years because of this disease. The BMD Club of America is heavily researching this issue to see if it can be resolved. Despite the breed’s proneness to cancer, there are few major health concerns. Like the majority of other large dog breeds, there is an increased likelihood for hip and elbow dysplasia. Bloat and eyelid problems may be prevalent in some lines of this breed. They Bernese Mountain Dog averages 8 puppies per litter.
While the exact origination of the Bernese Mountain Dog is unclear, it is believed that the breed came about on Swiss mountain farms. From the end of the 18th century, paintings depicted a breed of dog that heavily resembles the Bernese Mountain Dog. By the end of the 19th century, many foreign dogs were being imported to Switzerland and there was danger that native breeds would become extinct. Professor Albert Heim, a man by the name of Franz Schertenleib, and several other dedicated people led efforts to preserve the native breeds of Switzerland by locating remaining specimens and stabilizing the Berner Sennenhund as a distinct breed. The Bernese Mountain Dog is named for the Berne canton of Switzerland. The breed has a number of natural talents including tracking, guarding, carting, competitive obedience, herding, and search & rescue.
The Bernese Mountain Dog’s long, thick double coat needs daily to weekly brushing. Extra care should be given to the coat during shedding season. Bathing or dry shampooing should be administered as necessary. This breed sheds heavily during shedding season.
This breed requires a significant amount of time for brushing. Daily bushings are necessary to keep a smooth shiny coat.
The Bernese Mountain Dog isn’t accustomed to life in a small household or apartment. They are comparatively inactive indoors and are happiest with at least a large-sized, fenced-in yard. Because of the breed’s thick coat, they prefer cooler climates and are uncomfortable in warm weather. They are a large, active dog breed that needs regular daily exercise.
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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.
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.
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.
$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.
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Age :
4
Name:
KODI
Color:
rust
Description:
100 lb. Male. very fun very active. loves to look after the family.
Age :
4 months
Name:
Sid Faccioni
Color:
Black, white, beige
Description:
Sid walking in the park
Age :
1.5
Name:
Marley
Color:
tri colour
Description:
Best mom ever
Age :
3 years
Name:
Fizz
Color:
Tri
Description:
Bernese Mountain Dogs love to play in the snow. This photo was taken a year ago when we had lots of the lovely white stuff.
Age :
11 months
Name:
Halo
Color:
Tri
Description:
Lovin The Snow
Age :
12 weeks
Name:
Meeko
Color:
Tri
Description:
He's the most docile, adorable, lovey puppy anyone could ever ask for!
Age :
4 months
Name:
Maximus
Color:
tri
Description:
Pleeeeze, more food!
Age :
6 months
Name:
Maximus
Color:
tri
Description:
I'm just a big slobery lover!
Age :
1 year
Name:
Chase
Color:
tri-color
Description:
My beautiful boy and best friend Abby, English Mastiff
Age :
4
Name:
Worf
Color:
black/brown/white
Description:
this is my new friend :)
Age :
3
Name:
Ruby
Color:
mostly standard
Description:
Ruby is a 120 lb female whos face colors did not come in properly. Other than that she is all Berner, sitting on your feet and always leaning up against you.
Age :
4
Name:
Max
Color:
tricolor
Description:
Max the bernese mountain dog
Age :
3 weeks
Name:
Cleatus
Color:
Tri-Color
Description:
Baby Cleatus at 3 weeks old.
Age :
4mnths
Name:
dulce
Color:
tri
Description:
very playfull & fun loving
Age :
6months
Name:
Beauford
Color:
tri- color
Description:
Beauford and Dylan the best of friends
Age :
6 MONTHS
Name:
BEAUFORD
Color:
TRI COLOR
Description:
BEAUFORD AND HIS BIG BROTHER DYLAN
Age :
4.5 years
Name:
Lu Lu
Color:
tricolor
Description:
Sitting in front of my house
Age :
4months
Name:
Beauford
Color:
tri- color
Description:
got my toy
Age :
4months
Name:
Beauford
Color:
tri- color
Description:
with his stick
Age :
5 weeks
Name:
Shep
Color:
tri colour
Description:
just the fluffiest puppy EVER. Adorable and gentle, still has the tendancy to nip but other than that he's PERFECT! I will always love him no matter what.
Age :
8 months
Name:
Autumn Marie
Color:
black/white/rust
Description:
=)
Age :
81/2 weeks
Name:
Hachiko
Color:
black white brown
Description:
beeing a goof
Age :
10 weeks
Name:
Bella
Color:
tri color
Description:
Bella is a fun loving playful puppy
Age :
3years/8moths
Name:
Brena & Xtrius
Color:
tricolor
Description:
Angels At My Gate
Age :
8 months
Name:
Xtrius
Color:
tri-coloured Black-Brown-White
Description:
I don't mind at all
Age :
8 months
Name:
Xtrius
Color:
tri-coloured Black-Brown-White
Description:
The Allmighty Swiss Guard
Age :
1yr
Name:
Louka!!!
Color:
Tri color
Description:
Funnn!!!
Age :
1 yr
Name:
Louka!
Color:
Tri color
Description:
hillarious!!! and fun loving!
Age :
1 yr
Name:
Louka!
Color:
Tri color
Description:
fun loving,hillarious...and just plain georgeous!! ohh and full of it!!xoxo
Age :
1
Name:
Louka!!!
Color:
tri color
Description:
Fun loving, Hillarious! and just plain Georgeous!! ohh and full of it....xox
Age :
10 Months
Name:
Heidi
Color:
Tri-Color
Description:
BEAUTIFUL GIRL! At 10 months, she weighs 95 lbs and is the most affectionate and loving dog in the whole world!
Age :
12 weeks
Name:
Marcus
Color:
Tri Color
Description:
sweetest little guy
Age :
16weeks
Name:
Marcus
Color:
Black Tan White
Description:
Marcus is the sweetest little guy you ever seen
Age :
3 months
Name:
Gracie
Color:
Tan Black and White
Description:
Who me!
Age :
8 weeks
Name:
Brahma
Color:
Tri-Color
Description:
Beautiful and fun dog! So hard to stay mad at that handsome face. :)
