Breeding is a great responsibility and future Berners will reflect the kind of care that is taken in breeding programs. All my dogs’ hips and elbows are x-rayed and certified as part of this process. Unfortunately, I cannot promise you that you will not encounter genetic problems. However, the incidence and risk are greatly reduced through educated, ethical and selective breedings.
A Cranbury Brook Farm puppy leaves here with a 72-hour health and satisfaction guarantee. You may return your dog within this period for a full refund of purchase price. All shots and wormings are up-to-date and proof of this will be provided, along with a clean health certificate from our highly experienced Veterinarian.
My puppies are also temperament tested. This is started at about 5 weeks of age. First come, first serve is NOT strictly adhered to, though certainly a consideration. I will place a puppy only where I believe it is best suited to it’s environment and family. In this manner, the dog and the new owner are well suited to each other.
Adding a Bernese Mountain Dog to your family can be rewarding and is definitely a great commitment.
carts laden with milk or cheese, over alpine paths to market and for driving cattle. They were also used to watch over herds of Alpine dairy goats.
In the United States and Canada, the Bernese Mountain Dog is known for his great loyalty to his human family, and is much sought after as a family companion dog. Today the Berner is much desired as a therapy dog because of his great love for people. And most recently, many Berner owners are discovering the joy of carting and even agility competition with their Bernese Mountain Dogs.
Bernese are striking in appearance, with a long shiny black coat and highly distinguishing markings of white blaze and muzzle, chest, feet and tail tip. The rust is found above the eyebrows, on each cheek, between the white and black on each leg and under the tail. Males are 85 to 100+ pounds and females are 70 to 100 pounds.
As a potential buyer, you are encouraged to see as many Berners as possible before making a selection. The temperament is known to be gentle and adoring of people. Some are larger and heavier, while others may appear more slight. The head shape and size will vary somewhat. Remember that the female should always appear feminine while the male should appear distinctly masculine.
The personality of the Berner varies, but they are most always gentle, calm, and affectionate. Most Berners are instinctively gentle with children and other animals and will exhibit a great fondness for them. An intense desire to communicate with their masters’ is present in every Berner and is one of the qualities referred to when the breed is called “special”. Leaning against family members and sitting on their feet is a trait present in every Berner. Bernese are not at all suited to a solitary existence. They prefer and need human companionship even to that of other dogs, including other Berners. For this reason, at Cranbury Brook Farm, Berners are sold only to homes where they will be part of the family and its activities.
Bernese are not guard dogs. Their love of humans prevents them from showing that kind of aggression, though instances have been documented where a Berner has protected his master and family in a life-threatening situation. Bernese will generally sound an alarm and make good watch dogs.
People select the Berner for many reasons. Ask owners and you will get several different answers. The way a person selects a breed of dog is as varied as their reasons for their selection. Some have friends who have the breed and become interested that way; others attend dog shows, read books, and ask questions. Some just fall in love at first sight. Lets explore some information that you can use to help you determine if this breed is right for you.
The Berner is instinctively loyal to his people and is an excellent breed choice for families willing to commit to responsible ownership of a large, working breed. Those desiring an independent, aloof pet need not consider the Bernese, as a Berners favorite resting place is on his masters’ feet.
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