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BERNESE MOUNTAIN DOG

A BEAUTIFULLY MARKED BREED WITH AN ATTRACTIVE PERSONALITY AND KIND NATURE AKC

Height range This lovely dog takes its name from the Swiss canton of Berne, where
23–28 in (58–70 cm) it traditionally worked as a haulage dog for basket weavers. It is attractive
Weight range not just in looks but also in temperament and has become deservedly popular
71–120 lb (32–54 kg)
as a family dog. Although large and strong, the Bernese Mountain Dog is highly
Life span Under 10 years trainable and has gentle ways that are easy to live with. Generally, the breed is
Origin Switzerland affectionate and reliable with children. The eye-catching tricolor coat needs
plenty of grooming to maintain its silky texture and characteristic soft sheen.
White blaze
Triangular, on head
drop ears
Broad head with
well-defined stop

Long, bushy
jet-black tail

Broad, deep
chest with
white markings
Long, silky,
slightly wavy,
tricolor coat
Reddish brown
markings extend
down to feet

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