Berner Sennenhund, Bernese Cattle Dog, Berner
Overview
The Bernese mountain dog is slightly longer than tall, though it appears square. It is a sturdy, large, hardy dog capable of both draft and droving work. This requires a combination of strength, speed and agility. Its natural working gait is a slow trot, but with good reach and drive. Its thick coat is moderately long, and slightly wavy or straight, providing insulation from the cold. Its expression is gentle, and its coloring is striking.
The Bernese mountain dog is an easygoing, calm family companion (that is, after it leaves its adolescent stage). It is sensitive, loyal and extremely devoted. It is gentle with children and often reserved with strangers. It generally gets along well with other dogs and pets.
| Size | Large |
| Height | Male: 24-28 inches (61–71 cm)Female: 23-27 inches (58–69 cm) |
| Weight | Male: 85-110 pounds (38–50 kg)Female: 80-105 pounds (36–48 kg) |
| Lifespan | 7-10 years |
| Colors | Black White |
| Origin | Switzerland |
| Classification | Purebred |
| Good Lapcat |
| Good In Apartments |
Bernese Mountain Dogs are not recommended for apartment life. They are relatively inactive indoors and will do best with at least a large, fenced-in yard. Because of their thick coats they are sensitive to the heat and would much rather be in cold temperatures. |
| Good With Children |
Good with Kids: This is a suitable dog breed for kids. It is also very friendly toward other pets and friendly toward strangers. |
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| Good With Cats |
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| Exercise Needs |
The Bernese Mountain Dog must be taken outside regularly because it is very fond of exercise and the outdoors. Bernese Mountain Dogs enjoy cold weather and love to run and play off the leash whenever possible. Avoid strenuously exercising the Bernese Mountain Dog when young as it needs all of its energy to put on weight and build strong bones and joints. |
| Trainability |
Easy Training: The Bernese Mountain Dog must be handled with a loving, consistent approach and on an even keel. The Bernese Mountain Dog is an eager learner and is very responsive to its trainer's voice. |
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| Grooming Requirements |
Moderate Maintenance: Bernese Mountain Dogs have a thick, moderately long double coat that can be straight or slightly wavy. It shouldn’t come as a surprise that this coat sheds heavily, but frequent brushing will help to keep loose hair under control. The best tools for grooming a Berner’s coat are a stainless steel pin brush, a slicker brush, and a stainless steel comb with fine and coarse teeth. |
| Shedding |
Constant and Seasonal Shedding: Expect this dog to shed frequently. Be prepared to vacuum often. Brushing will reduce shedding as well as make the coat softer and cleaner. |
| Vocalization/Barking |
Occassional |
Bernese Mountain Dog Pictures
