Bernese Mountain Dogs

shamrockmommy · 06-10-2008, 11:09 AM

Does anyone have one or know of reputable breeders in the area? I want its parents OFA'd and with excellent temperaments.
Suggestions appreciated :)

ICit · 06-10-2008, 11:29 AM

Have 2 friends with littermates...... just emailed them. So now I'm just waiting to get you the info.

Also have a friend that does Burner Rescue as well. Is that an option as well? Just want to offer all the help I can.

(I'm in no way pushing you to rescue - ok)
To each their own... I have done both - purchased a dog and rescued dogs..... my purchase of a dog was for a specific purpose. I purchased a working dog to do a specific job.... I also got lucky that my rescue has the drive to work as well.

This is an interesting breed. Can I ask what has you drawn to them? The two Burners I know are the BEST!!!!!

tes218 · 06-10-2008, 12:07 PM

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Originally Posted by ICit

Have 2 friends with littermates...... just emailed them. So now I'm just waiting to get you the info.

Also have a friend that does Burner Rescue as well. Is that an option as well? Just want to offer all the help I can.

(I'm in no way pushing you to rescue - ok)
To each their own... I have done both - purchased a dog and rescued dogs..... my purchase of a dog was for a specific purpose. I purchased a working dog to do a specific job.... I also got lucky that my rescue has the drive to work as well.

This is an interesting breed. Can I ask what has you drawn to them? The two Burners I know are the BEST!!!!!

I have a friend with two littermates as well. Got them from PA, I believe. Maybe the same friends...

shamrockmommy · 06-10-2008, 01:25 PM

Well, they are just beautiful, from puppy to senior. They have wonderful, engaging personalities. I have 2 bichons and a minpin, and from the description of berner personalities, they sound very bichon-like. love their people, happy dogs.

I'm a groomer (currently being a stay at home mom) so the hair will be fun for me. Plus dh has always wanted a large dog.

We're just starting our search for the right pup. We would like to start w/a puppy because we have young kids and I'd like them to "grow up" together. Plus the existing bichons and minpin would probably appreciate if it arrives at our home on the small side, so they can get used to his/her size as it grows LOL.

I've had plenty of training, as I assisted obed and agility classes in the past. And very excited :) about the possibility of a berner joining our family. Thanks for emailing your friend for me. :)

Tiffani

ICit · 06-10-2008, 02:40 PM

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Originally Posted by tes218

I have a friend with two littermates as well. Got them from PA, I believe. Maybe the same friends...

Oh how cool.... Where do your friends live???? And have they "done" anything with their dogs?

ICit · 06-10-2008, 02:48 PM

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Originally Posted by shamrockmommy

Well, they are just beautiful, from puppy to senior. They have wonderful, engaging personalities. I have 2 bichons and a minpin, and from the description of berner personalities, they sound very bichon-like. love their people, happy dogs.

I'm a groomer (currently being a stay at home mom) so the hair will be fun for me. Plus dh has always wanted a large dog.

We're just starting our search for the right pup. We would like to start w/a puppy because we have young kids and I'd like them to "grow up" together. Plus the existing bichons and minpin would probably appreciate if it arrives at our home on the small side, so they can get used to his/her size as it grows LOL.

I've had plenty of training, as I assisted obed and agility classes in the past. And very excited :) about the possibility of a berner joining our family. Thanks for emailing your friend for me. :)

Tiffani

She was wondering when you are looking a getting a pup? You are going about this right way by looking for a reputable breeder. Listing to the woman I know that does the rescue it seem like most end up in the rescue because of health issues and because people didn't realize the cute puppy would grow up with the puppy mentality. They are very happy, energetic dogs that do require a great deal of care and responsibility. Being a large breed dog they do have their share of health issues and on of the most common is hip dysplasia.

Will get you more info when I chat with her.

mAlice · 06-10-2008, 02:51 PM

Pretty dog Bernese Mountain Dog

*virgovictoria* ^(Premo) · 06-10-2008, 02:56 PM

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Originally Posted by mAlice

Pretty dog Bernese Mountain Dog

Yes they are!

I'm sure Kyle will be enthusiastic when we add one or two to our family when we finally buy/build a home!

(In addition to the Huskies and his Shephard, of course

)

cattitude · 06-10-2008, 02:57 PM

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Originally Posted by mAlice

Pretty dog Bernese Mountain Dog

They are, aren't they? I've seen a few on Capitol Hill when driving in and they're just gorgeous. Sean Hannity has one.

They can have a lot of genetic issues so if purchasing a pup, please do your homework.

Cowgirl · 06-10-2008, 03:42 PM

I want a Berner!

Actually, I want an Airedale more....and just this week I saw an ad in the paper for pups, and 2 adults available on craigslist.

06-10-2008, 11:09 AM	#1
shamrockmommy Registered User Member Since: Feb 2007 Posts: 39	Bernese Mountain Dogs Does anyone have one or know of reputable breeders in the area? I want its parents OFA'd and with excellent temperaments. Suggestions appreciated :) Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Add post to Facebook
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06-10-2008, 11:29 AM	#2
ICit Jam out with ur clam out Member Since: Apr 2008 Location: In my world Posts: 10,002	Have 2 friends with littermates...... just emailed them. So now I'm just waiting to get you the info. Also have a friend that does Burner Rescue as well. Is that an option as well? Just want to offer all the help I can. (I'm in no way pushing you to rescue - ok) To each their own... I have done both - purchased a dog and rescued dogs..... my purchase of a dog was for a specific purpose. I purchased a working dog to do a specific job.... I also got lucky that my rescue has the drive to work as well. This is an interesting breed. Can I ask what has you drawn to them? The two Burners I know are the BEST!!!!! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Add post to Facebook
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06-10-2008, 01:25 PM	#4
shamrockmommy Registered User Member Since: Feb 2007 Posts: 39	Well, they are just beautiful, from puppy to senior. They have wonderful, engaging personalities. I have 2 bichons and a minpin, and from the description of berner personalities, they sound very bichon-like. love their people, happy dogs. I'm a groomer (currently being a stay at home mom) so the hair will be fun for me. Plus dh has always wanted a large dog. We're just starting our search for the right pup. We would like to start w/a puppy because we have young kids and I'd like them to "grow up" together. Plus the existing bichons and minpin would probably appreciate if it arrives at our home on the small side, so they can get used to his/her size as it grows LOL. I've had plenty of training, as I assisted obed and agility classes in the past. And very excited :) about the possibility of a berner joining our family. Thanks for emailing your friend for me. :) Tiffani Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Add post to Facebook
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06-10-2008, 02:51 PM	#7
mAlice professional daydreamer Member Since: Mar 2001 Location: Wonderland Posts: 33,708	Pretty dog Bernese Mountain Dog Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Add post to Facebook __________________ #### you. I have enough friends. Sugar Gliders are high maintenance. Please do not purchase/adopt before researching. They require a specialized diet, lots of your time, lots of room, and vet bills can be high. They can live to 15+ years.
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06-10-2008, 03:42 PM	#10
Cowgirl Registered User Member Since: Jan 2002 Location: the other side Posts: 16,679	I want a Berner! Actually, I want an Airedale more....and just this week I saw an ad in the paper for pups, and 2 adults available on craigslist. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Add post to Facebook __________________ Bloom where you're planted.
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