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The
Breed at a Glance
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Recognized by
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AKC |
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Country of Origin
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Switzerland |
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Life Expectancy
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10-12 yrs |
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Height Range
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23 - 27.5 in |
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Weight
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87 - 90 lbs |
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Colors
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Tricolor (black, rust, & white)
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Trainability
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Good; learns obedience well.
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With Children
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Typically very good with older children
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With Animals
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Generally very good with other pets, including cats
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Climate
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Average to cold; does not tolerate heat well
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Indoor / Outdoor
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Enjoys indoor time with family, but needs space outside.
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Exercise Reqd
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Needs outdoor exercise, preferably daily
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Grooming Reqd
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High; daily brushing, care during shedding
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Bernese Mountain Dog Information
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Health Information
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Congenital and Genetic Conditions found with greater than average frequency in the Bernese Mountain Dog (point to name for description):
Following are health screenings often performed on breeding Bernese Mountain Dog adults; choosing a puppy from a breeder who tests parents for health can help avoid future health problems in your puppy:
CERF Screening (Canine Eye Research Foundation)
Elbow Displasia (OFA, by X-Ray)
Hip Dysplasia (OFA or PennHIP)
Thyroid Function Test (blood test)
vonWillebrand's Disease (vWD) (genetic test)
This is presented solely as a starting point for you to learn and ask questions about the breed. This information is NOT to be used to diagnose, evaluate, or treat any condition whatsoever. For specific information, consult your veterinarian. The above diseases and conditions are found with a higher-than-average frequency in the Bernese Mountain Dog. These conditions may or may not be severe, and may or may not be hereditary. Some conditions may actually be "normal" for the breed, such as alopecia in the hairless breeds; some may be intrinsic to the breed due to its physiology, such as skin fold dermatitis in the Pug, Bulldog, and Shar-Pei; some may be related to care and nutrition; and some may be strictly genetic.
The best source of additional and more detailed information on these conditions is a veterinarian, breed club, or knowledgeable breeder.
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