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Dog Breed of the Month-Jan 09
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• 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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