A Bernese Mountain Dog is not for everyone.  Bringing one into your life requires a sustantial commitment of both your time and money.  Aside from their relatively short life span (a little over 7 years) and various health issues (dysplasia, cancer), they shed and make a bit of a mess around the water bowl (although they are considered a "dry mouth" breed).  On the other hand, for people who can tolerate something less than an immaculate house and offer a Bernese Mountain Dog a good life, they are wonderful, loving companions. 

We urge interested prospective puppy owners to educate themselves about the breed before contacting our or any club's puppy referral service.  To that end, we suggest that you read and become familiar with the following materials: 

BMDSEW's Puppy Buyer's Guide -- what to consider in looking for, purchasing and raising a Berner Puppy.

Breed Profiler -- a quick survey to determine if this breed is right for you.

BMDCA Info Sheet on "About the Bernese Mountain Dog"

BMDCA Info Sheet on "Tips for Buying a Bernese Mountain Dog"

BMDCA Info Sheet on "FAQs About Bernese Mountain Dogs"

BMDCA Info Sheet on "Health Issues in Bernese Mountain Dog"

BMDCA Info Sheet on "A BMD Puppy's First Year"

BMDCA Info Sheet on "Bernese Mountain Dogs and Grooming"

For TRBMDC puppy referral for the Western PA area, contact Susan Woessner at 262-284-3333 or Utecree@aol.com.

Disclaimer

TRBMDC's puppy referral service is a voluntary service. TRBMDC does not inspect, monitor or regulate the breeding or business practices of breeders we suggest.  Accordingly, the TRBMDC does not endorse, guarantee, recommend or otherwise approve of any particular breeders or guarantee or accept any responsibility for the health, temperament or any other aspect of the dog(s) sold by breeders it suggests. Information should be verified by the purchaser.  TRBMDC emphasizes that buyers should carefully document, in writing, all representations, promises, statements, warranties and guarantees made by sellers of Bernese Mountain Dogs.  The seller should sign such documentation or provide a purchase contract that covers the same provisions.  The seller should also fulfill his/her obligations throughout the life of the dog.