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Bernese Mountain Dog Breed Details
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Breed: Bernese Mountain Dog
Names: Berner Sennenhund, Bernese Cattle Dog
PetGroup: Working
Height: male: 25-27.5 in; female:23-26 in
Weight: male: 90-120 lbs: female: 70-100 lbs
Life: 7-9 years
Description: The Bernese Mountain Dog is a striking, tri-colored, large dog who thrives in cold weather. Because of his heavy coat he does not do well in very hot or humid climates. A sweet character in nature he is an outgoing, affectionate dog who loves children and is very loyal to his family. He is a one-owner dog and may find it difficult to adjust to a new owner if introduced after 18 months of age.
Health: *Major Concerns: CHD, elbow dysplasia, histicytosis, OCD
*Minor Concerns: fragmented coronoid process, gastric torsion, PRA
*Occasionally seen: hypomyelination
*Suggested tests: hip, elbow, eye
*Note: Extra care must be taken to avoid heat stroke.
Temperment: The Bernese Mountain Dog is an easygoing, calm family companion (that is, after it leaves the 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.
Origin: Switzerland
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