Bernese Mountain Dog Puppies: The Ultimate Guide for New Dog Owners
Bounding through snowy Swiss Alps, one can imagine a Bernese Mountain Dog puppy having the time of their lives in a cooler climate. With a beautiful dark coat and distinctive facial markings, these mountain dogs were historically seen on the pastures of Switzerland, helping farmers tend to their cattle. Historically, these large dogs made their keep by guarding farms against predators, herding cattle, and famously pulling carts many times their own weight. In the agricultural region of Berne, Switzerland, Bernese Mountain Dogs helped farmers with the two main exports of that region: chocolate and cheese. Dipping in popularity in the late 1800s, Professor Albert Heim created a Swiss breed dog club in 1907, and soon enough Bernese Mountain Dogs made their way to America to become an instant hit. In 1937, the American Kennel Club (AKC) registered this dog breed, and they’re now popular in many types of households around the US and beyond. Berners have a sweet and affec...