Bernese mountain dog
Life expectancy
8 - 10 years
Weight
Male 50 - 60 kg
Female 40 - 45 kg
Height
Male 50 - 60 kg
Female 50 - 60 kg
Hair
Long,curly
Group
Swiss Mountain Dogs and Cattle Dogs
Nicknames
Boyero de montaña bernés,Bernés de la montaña,Bouvier bernois,Dürrbächler
Index
The Bernese Mountain Dog, also known as the Bernese Mountain Dog, is originally from Switzerland, where it is highly appreciated not only as a companion and family pet, but also as a working dog. They are very good with children and always willing to please, they have a loyal, affectionate nature and are very intelligent, which means they are easy to train. The Bernese is an extremely handsome dog with its beautiful tricolor coat, which is one of its distinctive features.
They are a good choice for first-time dog owners, as long as they meet their exercise and mental stimulation needs. Additionally, the cost of maintaining a Bernese Mountain Dog is more expensive than other breeds due to its large size.
Characteristics of the Bernese mountain dog
SIZE
EXERCISE NEEDS
EASY TO TRAIN
GOOD WITH CHILDREN
KINDNESS TO OTHER PETS
HEALTH OF THE BREED
COST TO KEEP
INTELLIGENCE
TOLERANCE TO BEING ALONE
Why choose a Bernese mountain dog?
PROS
Bernese Mountain Dogs are sweet, docile and wonderful family companions.
They are extremely loyal and patient.
It is a good choice for first-time dog owners.
They are very intelligent and easy to train.
They have a reputation for being very good with children.
Once he has been walked, the Bernese is happy relaxing at home
The Bernese Mountain Dog matures slowly and remains a puppy well into old age.
CONS
The Bernese Mountain Dog has a relatively short lifespan.
They lose a large amount of hair throughout the year and even more in spring and fall.
Their food is quite expensive
They may suffer from separation anxiety when left alone for long periods of time.
The Bernese matures slowly and only fully matures when it is between 2 and 3 years old.
Some Bernese Mountain Dogs develop health problems that can lead to high vet bills.
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Origin and history of the Bernese mountain dog
The Bernese Mountain Dog is native to Switzerland. They belong to a group of dogs called "Swiss Mountain Dogs" of which there are three other types, the Entlebuch Mountain Dog, the smallest dog of this type, the Appenzell Mountain Dog, which is slightly larger, the Bernese and, finally , the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, which is the largest of all.
The Bernese has its roots in the canton of Bern, a region of Switzerland, where they were highly prized herding dogs, used in alpine pastures. They were also used as rescue dogs in case of avalanches.
In the early 20th century, Professor Heim, a great fan of the breed, strove to promote and establish the dogs we see today, stating that "the Bernese Mountain Dog is the loveliest dog that can be found anywhere." ", thanks to his loyalty and affectionate character.
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Character ofthe Bernese mountain dog
The Bernese Mountain Dog is known for its great intelligence and its sweet, reliable and docile nature, being especially tolerant of children and other animals. It is a good choice for first-time owners, as long as they have time to dedicate to their pet, since they need a lot of exercise, mental stimulation and grooming. They also need space to move and do not tolerate being left alone, otherwise they could suffer from separation anxiety.
They love relaxing at home when they return from a beautiful walk and are known to be wonderfully calm, as they like nothing more than to spend a few hours dozing while keeping a close eye on everything going on around them. They are known for being "people watchers" and like to participate in everything that happens in the home.
Bernese Mountain Dogs usually reach their adult height when they are around 15 months old, but reaching full maturity can take 2 to 3 years. They need to be socialized from a young age, otherwise they can become a bit rambunctious and have undisciplined behaviors that can be difficult to correct later on.
Curiosities about the Bernese mountain dog
They are the second largest breed of Swiss Mountain Dogs.
Their maturation is slow and they only reach full maturity at 2 or 3 years of age, but reach their maximum height at 15 months.
Names for Bernese mountain dog
Apolo, Ares, Tova, Kona, Dakota
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