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About This Breed

Dog Group: Working
Size: 23-28 inches tall, 70-115 lbs
Lifespan: 7-10 years
Energy Level: High
Coat: Long outer coat with a wooly undercoat
Shedding: Heavy
Hypoallergenic: No

History: The Bernese Mountain Dog has its origins in Switzerland, where it was used as a cart-pulling dog, herder, and general farm dog. How exactly this breed was developed, though, is unclear. Some believe that the Bernese developed as a result of the Roman invasion of Switzerland, when Roman mastiffs were bred with Swiss flock-guarding dogs. After the advent of modern machinery, the Bernese Mountain Dog nearly became extinct as a breed because of the lack of necessity for it. Fortunately, several breeders saw to it that Bernese Mountain Dogs did not disappear, and the first Bernese came to the United States in 1926. The breed was recognized by the American Kennel Club (AKC) in 1937.

Temperament: A lovely dog with a temperament to match, the Bernese Mountain Dog is a working dog breed that has deservedly become a popular family pet. This breed is large and powerful, but is highly trainable and gentle with children. Intelligent, charming, and sociable, the Bernese Mountain Dog thrives on being with its family and is also very protective of its loved ones. However, while protective, Bernese Mountain Dogs are rarely aggressive. They tend to be on the shy side when meeting people they do not know, but don't have trouble warming up to someone new. Still, it's important that this breed is exposed to a range of different people, environments, and situations during puppyhood. Overall, the Bernese makes a lovely family companion.

Bernese Mountain Dog Puppies for Sale

Calm, strong, and hard-working, the hardy Bernese Mountain Dog is a Sennenhund-type dog from the Swiss canton of Bern. It's covered in thick, soft heavy-shedding coat with a white blaze between the eyes and rust on the eyebrows. Berners are patient, people-pleasers, and all-purpose farm and therapy dogs.