Bernese Mountain Dog Breeders

It may be difficult to locate responsible and experienced Bernese Mountain Dog breeders in your area. This breed is not very popular compared to some other breeds and only devoted breeders produce these dogs for sale. It stands the breed in good stead, because profit-oriented breeders don’t usually work with the Bernese Mountain Dog and don’t spoil the gene pool and unique characteristics of the breed, as it happened with many breeds that are often bred for profit. A high demand for purebred dogs of a popular breed among unknowledgeable and impulsive buyers often leads to producing poor quality dogs.

If a person buys a Bernese Mountain Dog, he/she definitely knows what the breed is like. Responsible Bernese Mountain Dog breeders sell their dogs only to people who are ready to own a large dog and face possible problems. Novice dog owners who are unaware of the personality and typical problems associated with this breed are usually refused obtaining a Bernese Mountain Dog. People who live in a small apartment and don’t have an opportunity to walk and play with the dog daily should not think about purchasing a large and strong pet like a Bernese Mountain Dog.

It’s a duty of responsible Bernese Mountain Dog breeders to provide the potential buyers of purebred Bernese Mountain puppies with the help and guidance. Even experienced dog owners may find it difficult to cope with a growing puppy that should be socialized and trained in the right time. The first year of the puppy’s life is the most important for its development. Large dogs grow very rapidly, in an uneven way, which is very stressful for the puppy’s bones, joints and muscles. During the first 12-15 months, a puppy should not be over-exercised.

Though strong, agile, and endurable, Bernese Mountain Dogs are prone to a number of hereditary health disorders, such as cancer and musculoskeletal problems. There is no cure for such disorders, but it’s possible to choose a dog from a healthy bloodline that doesn’t have defective genes. Reputable and experienced Bernese Mountain Dog breeders always screen their breeding stock to prevent dangerous conditions in puppies.