Large and hard, the Bernese Mountain Dog is the name of a strong, sturdy and powerful dog developed as working dog. Trainability and handling is relatively tough with average intelligence, indicators in disposition. The dog is lovely and charming in general expression with extreme loyalty and dedication. Possessive rather protective towards its family this breed is classified as best watchdog. Besides its caring and affectionate dealing with children, its large size is always a threat for young kids. Reserved, sometimes violent towards strangers, dominating over other dogs at home but affordable with dogs and cats that are grown together, this breed is eager to be adapted.

The prime distinction of Bernese Mountain Dog among the Sennunhund breeds is its relatively long and silky coat. Stamina and strength along with agility proved them as effective draft dogs. This mountain region breed holds much suited strength and flexibility to work flawlessly over almost all terrain types. This hard dog thrives in cold weathers. Slightly longer than the tall, broad and flat head walks in natural working gait with great drive and reach. Thick, dense but medium in length, its coat is available in combination of rust and white patched with black colors. The breed is well known in conformation, agility, carting, herding and therapist dog.

Famous as Berner Sennunhund, the Bernese Mountain dog is one of the four Sennunhund breed from mountains of Switzerland. A portrait of Bernese-like dog is the part of history of 18th century’s rural life which was possibly painted by local artists. The dog had accompanied the herders and dairymen as the farm dog. Some had been used as draft dogs, pulling carts etc. This breed is named after a region ‘Bern’ of Switzerland. The development of this breed was officially commenced in 1907 and was finally distinguished by American Kennel Club during 1937 as general working dog group.

Temperament

Bernese Mountain Dogs are calm, gentle and well mannered dog, affectionate to children and other familiar pets. Eager to be tasked for carting, pulling jobs, these dogs also enjoy family life playfully and joyously. They have an excellent record of carting contest, one of the famous parades is Conway, New Hampshire holiday parade, Bernese has embraced many titles including Advance Novice Draft Dog and Master Draft Dog. Many Bernese Local clubs offer training for such competitions.

The intelligent trait has introduced some dominant characteristics but are rarely practiced, further self confidence makes them a little stubborn and demanding in housetrain. Socialization in terms of working dog would make it mild and calm tempered much suited to work in markets, this training further develops good manners while interaction with strange peoples.