
Bernese Mountain Dog
A.K.A. :Berner Sennenhund, Bernese Cattle Dog
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Training requirements
Playful
Affectionate
Good with other pets
Good with children
Good with strangers
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Pure Breeds | Member |
Breeds A - Z | B |
Breeds by Group | Working |
Breeds by Trait | Good With Kids |
Overview: | The Bernese Mountain Dog is sweet, but shy. Although he makes a great family pet, he often bonds to just one person in the family. If socialized early, he gets along well with other animals and children. |
Breed Group: | Working |
Weight (lbs): | male: 90-120, female: 70-100 |
Height (in): | male: 25-27.5, female: 23-26 |
Colors: | Tricolored: black with tan markings and white flashings. |
Coat: | Hair is medium-length, straight to slightly curly, with a thick undercoat. |
Character: | Bernese Mountain Dogs are friendly, vigilant, and loyal to their family. This breed is calm and seldom barks unprovoked. |
Temperament: | This breed is great with children and will protect them. If proper socialization has taken place, they get along fine with cats and other household pets, too. They will bark when visitors arrive. They often try to dominate others of their own breed. |
Care: | The Bernese Mountain Dog requires regular brushing and combing, especially in some areas that are prone to tangling. This breed may have excessive hair around the footpads that should be trimmed routinely. |
Training: | A handler training this breed needs to be kind, yet consistent. With the right trainer, this dog is very eager to please and learns quickly. |
Activity: | The Bernese Mountain Dog needs a good deal of exercise, preferably off the leash when possible. However, when it is young, avoid too much strenuous exercise due to bone and joint health risks. |
Country of Origin: | Switzerland |
Health Issue: | This breed is very hardy, but may have hip or elbow dysplasia. They may be prone to cancer, bloat, and eyelid problems. |
Life Expectancy: | 7-9 |
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AKC Bernese Mountain Dogs

Bernese Mountain Dog
Female, 14 Weeks Old
USA AUGUSTA, WV, USA
Date listed: 10/03/2025
2 females available and ready to go home now! They have seen the vet and are up to date on vaccines and deworming. The puppies are raised in our home with children, and are...
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Bernese Mountain Dog
Male, 5 Months Old
USA KIRKSVILLE, MO, USA
Date listed: 09/29/2025
2 AKC Registered Bernese Mountain Puppies, 2 Males
Neverland Berners

Bernese Mountain Dog
Male(s) and Female(s), 5 Weeks Old
USA JOHNSTOWN, OH, USA
Date listed: 09/28/2025
7 males, 4 females Will have first shots, dewormed, vet checked, parents genetic testing clear
Emilie

Bernese Mountain Dog
Female, 2 Years 1 Month Old
Hungary Hatvan, Heves, Hungary
Date listed: 09/27/2025
parrents tested ( HD, ED, SD, PRA, DM, vWDI ) and clear... she has DM and vWDI results
Eritra

Bernese Mountain Dog
Female, 2 Years Old
Hungary Hatvan, Heves, Hungary
Date listed: 09/27/2025
parremts tested ( HD, ED, SD, PRA, DM, vWDI ) and clear... potential show quality,..and champions, the puppy vWDI and DM clear
Emmy

Bernese Mountain Dog
Female, 2 Years 1 Month Old
Hungary Hatvan, Heves, Hungary
Date listed: 09/27/2025
breeding right, registered, pedigree, DM and vWDI test clear..more informations in emails
Sunnys litter

Bernese Mountain Dog
Female, 11 Weeks Old
USA WORLEY, ID, USA
Date listed: 09/26/2025
5 AKC Bernese Mountain Dog females available immediate.
El Camino

Bernese Mountain Dog
Male, 2 Years 1 Month Old
Hungary Hatvan, Heves, Hungary
Date listed: 09/23/2025
the parrents tested ( HD, ED, SD, PRA, DM, vWDI ) and clear... potential show quality,..and champion..and the junior DM, vWDI clear
Emmy

Bernese Mountain Dog
Female, 2 Years 1 Month Old
Hungary Hatvan, Heves, Hungary
Date listed: 09/23/2025
breeding right, registered, pedigree, DM and vWDI test clear..more informations in emails
Eritra

Bernese Mountain Dog
Male, 2 Years Old
Hungary Hatvan, Heves, Hungary
Date listed: 09/16/2025
parremts tested ( HD, ED, SD, PRA, DM, vWDI ) and clear... potential show quality,..and champions.. the puppy have DM and vWDI test!!!!!!!
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BONNIE - Bernese Mountain Dog (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

Bernese Mountain Dog
Female, Adult
USA West Valley, UT, USA
Date listed: 10/01/2025
Dog Breed: Bernese Mountain Dog (medium coat).
Sunday - Bernese Mountain Dog Dog For Adoption

Bernese Mountain Dog
Female,
USA Valrico, FL, USA
Date listed: 10/01/2025
Dog Breed: Bernese Mountain Dog. Adoption Fee: 620. Meet Sunday This sweet and gentle 4-year-old Bernese Mountain Dog is looking for her forever family! About Sunday: ...
CD : Crosley - Bernese Mountain Dog Dog For Adoption

Bernese Mountain Dog
Male, Adult
USA Aurora, IN, USA
Date listed: 09/10/2025
Dog Breed: Bernese Mountain Dog. Good with dogs and horses. Not good with chickens. Good with kids. Resource guards high value food items (chickens). If you are interested in...
Merritt - Bernese Mountain Dog Dog For Adoption

Bernese Mountain Dog
Female, Baby
USA Raleigh, NC, USA
Date listed: 09/24/2025
Dog Breed: Bernese Mountain Dog. Meet Merritt! Merritt may have been born without the full use of her back legs, but don’t tell her she’s any...
Moose #7822 - Bernese Mountain Dog Dog For Adoption

Bernese Mountain Dog
Male, Adult
USA Studio City, CA, USA
Date listed: 08/27/2025
Dog Breed: Bernese Mountain Dog.
Miss Jemima - Bernese Mountain Dog Dog For Adoption

Bernese Mountain Dog
Female,
USA Matawan, NJ, USA
Date listed: 09/24/2025
Dog Breed: Bernese Mountain Dog. Meet Miss Jemima! An owner surrender, Miss Jemima is the new girl at Husky House. She is looking for her loving forever home. More info to come....
COURTESY POST: Ace - Bernese Mountain Dog (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

Bernese Mountain Dog
Male, Adult
USA Miami, FL, USA
Date listed: 10/16/2024
Posted Breed: Bernese Mountain Dog (medium coat). Please note, this pet is available for adoption but is NOT in the care of PAWS4you Rescue. If you are interested in adopting this...
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