Dog Breed of the Month-Jan 09
Bernese Mountain Dog
Purebred Dog Breed of the Month - Jan 09 - Bernese Mountain Dog• The Bernese Mountain Dog originated near Switzerland.
• These dogs prefers cooler climates because of their thick coat. • Bernies were bred for draft work and can be trained to pull a cart or wagon. • Overall, they are an excellent choice of dog breeds for people with children. • Cancer, unfortunately, is a very large part of the Berner world and many Bernies die young as a result of it. • The average lifespan of a Bernie is between 6 - 8 years. • The Bernies heritage can be traced back to the Molosser dogs of the Romans. These were large, mastiff-type dogs. | | • The Bernese Mountain Dog came to the US in 1926 and gained AKC recognition later in 1937.
• This dog breed is always black in color with rust and white markings which can vary somewhat from dog to dog.
• Bernies may not be the dog for everyone due to their large size, long coat that sheds almost continually and relatively short life span.
| • The Swiss have a saying concerning these dogs: "Three years a young dog, three years a good dog, three years an old dog. All else is a gift from God."
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