Bernese Mountain
Dog
Family: livestock dog, mountain dog, mastiff
(draft/cattle)
AKC Breed Group: Working
Area of Origin: Switzerland
Date of Origin: ancient times
Original Function: draft
Today's Function: companion
Breed Weight: 70 - 120 lbs
Breed Height: 23 - 27.5 inches
Colors: Bernese Mountain is tri-colored: black with tan markings and
white flashings
Coat: Almost all black with white flashings. The coat is medium length,
straight to slightly wavy
Characteristics and temperaments: This breed is very loyal to its family
and makes a good family dog and socialized well with other family pets. He is
alert but fairly friendly with strangers
Care: Extra attention is needed during shedding. Bathe and brushing are
necessary to keep the coat and hair looking great. The coat should be natural,
but a bit of trimming is acceptable or even necessary
Training and activity: Bernese Mountain dog requires consistent training
and is very responsive to the voice of his trainer. Train gently and involve him
with a lot of exercise like running and playing
Other Names: Berner sennenhund, Bernese cattle dog
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