The bouvier is a very loyal dog, has a very affectionate character and a great intelligence. His temperament demands both firmness and gentleness, but any brutality puts him off. A little slow in dressage, he keeps perfectly in mind what he has assimilated. It's a particularly robust dog. He needs weekly brushing and about 2 groomings per year, spring and fall. Nails should be trimmed regularly and ears cleaned. If you are looking for a big dog, good with children, faithful, active but not too much, (like the labrador or the golden), the bernese mountain dog would be an excellent choice.
But be careful, before making your decision, don't forget to think about the costs related to the purchase of your new companion: veterinary costs: sterilization, vaccines, heartworm treatments (if needed) etc., food for your new companion, the accessories that you are going to get as well as the grooming costs. Be ready to meet all these expenses in addition to the cost of buying your puppy. An animal is for the duration of its life so you have to think about it before deciding to start in this adventure.
You should also be aware that raising a puppy for the first 6 months is not not all rest. It takes patience, consistency and perseverance. The final result of your dog will depend on the effort which you will put in the first months. So don't buy a dog on a whim, think beforehand whether your lifestyle will suit you and your new friend. Don't hesitate to talk to an experienced breeder if you have any questions or doubts.
As you can see, our puppies are big bernese mountain dogs. They are strong dogs with a good bone structure, whose lifespan is about 8 to 11 years old. Adult, their weight fluctuates between 40 to 60 kg or 90 to 130 pounds depending on gender. Their coat is tricolor; white, brown and black, thick, straight or slightly wavy. You will find that an animal is healthy when its coat is shiny. You will notice that the tips of the dog's paws and tail are white.
Our Bernese Mountain Dog puppies for sale are never weaned too early. Precipitated weaning can lead to several behavioral problems in the dog, in terms of its ability to socialize with other dogs and humans, sexually and responsively under stress or loneliness. As it is also during this period that the puppy learns animal language, he must remain with his canine family for at least 8 weeks, the time to learn the language of dogs.