How to buy a Bernese Mountain Dog puppy. How to find a good breeder so you can have a healthy puppy!
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- čas přidán 28. 10. 2019
- Ever wonder how to navigate the world of buying a Bernese Mountain Dog? Where do you start? What do you look for in a breeder? Where do you find a good breeder? How do you verify health clearances on the parents? (The answer is BernerGarde.org) Why is it important to verify health clearances? Answer: So you don't end up with a puppy who needs thousands of dollars worth of orthopedic surgeries at a young age! Yes, that does happen too often with breeders who don't breed with health as a priority! Please make this a priority, coming from someone who has been in the breed for a long time and have seen many unscrupulous breeders say anything and everything to sell a puppy. Nice websites do not make good breeder, think about how you buy a car, you don't buy the first one that you see. You do your research, find out about the health clearances and ages of death of the parents. If you can't find them on Bernergarde, find a different breeder.
PLEASE do your homework and look dogs up on Bernergarde.org for the health certifications. You will thank yourself later! Also, a good breeder will support you and your puppy through the life of your dog. I always answer my puppy owners calls and help them out through thick and thin, you and your puppy deserve that too! Please let me know if you have any questions I will do my best to help you out! - Krátké a kreslené filmy
Thank you. getting a dog from an ethical breeder is a must.
A Areif Yes! If you want a good experience and to stack the deck in favor of getting a healthy puppy.
@@SitStaywithStacySlade who bred your dogs?
Tracy Bloom I bred Chase and Hazy. Deuce is from a reputable and successful kennel in Denmark (Chalina’s).
Hi, @@SitStaywithStacySlade, is this the page you mention? kennel-chalina.dk/about-us
I live in Mexico City, do you think this weather is for the Bernese?
Thanks :)
@@alejandrosuarez2169 I mention a few websites, what are you trying to find?
YES !!! If you have a Berner they will definitely be EVERYTHING to you. All of your decisions are based around your Berner & doing what's in your Berner's best interest. Everything I do is about my Berner SD.
Glad I found your channel. I also have a BMD and he's my life! They are big teddy bears!
Cool! Welcome!
Thank you! Your information was truly appreciated!
Thank for all the info, it's very helpful.
When Chase put her paw on you 😍😍😍 my Bernie does the same thing (that's his cue for give me a hug Mom). My boy will be 4 in a few weeks & he's the smartest & best tempered dog I've EVER known. I will say IF you get one you will want another one!!!
Love Love LOVE that you mentioned BernerGuarde!! My Berner is registered there - great video!
I live and die by Bernergarde! It is the best tool to research the health of any breeding/dog/puppy. I'm glad you use it! Keep your dog's health records up to date for the love of the breed!
So happy I found your channel I've been wanting to get a dog and I'm starting to go into a stage in my life where I can get one and I'm really considering Berners and you were very helpful in helping me know what to look for and be able to care for them when I get them.
That's great! If you have any questions, feel free to contact me.
Thank you. Very informative.
Aww 🥰 there so playful and affectionate
Great job stacy!!!
Hi Stacy, I am really happy to come over this video you posted. I from Kolkata, India and have always been charmed by the temperament of a bernese but its rare here. Thankyou for sharing so much useful information on the breed. Hugs and kisses to Deuce and Chase.
You are welcome!
I almost couldn't listen to what she was saying, given Deuce's antics. LOL
Hopefully will have my puppy by Christmas!!!
Great video! I will refer people who ask me about finding a puppy here, it explains what they need to know and why it is important.
Thank you!!! I hope it will help many people out!
Thank you for this very informative video. I'm glad to know that ethical breaders exist. 💗
Beautiful dogs! Stacy is so good with them!
Being patient has been one of the biggest challenges (every time I get my hopes up and it falls through, it gets a little tougher), although it’s been an incredible learning experience. I know so much more than I did 8 months ago. Have had some bad luck with great breeders having smaller or no litters, or breeders that I decided I didn’t want to have a relationship with. But it’s worth the wait if it means having the peace of mind that I have a great relationship with the breeder and that they share my values of bettering the breed ❤️ So thankful for the BMDCA and its members and BernerGarde. These have hands down been the best resources for me! Now I just need the pup lol 🤞🏻🤞🏻
Patience is the hardest thing when you decide you want a puppy. But going through a responsible and reputable breeder will be worth it. I would ask each breeder you contact if they know other reputable breeders who may be having puppies. But keep up with the ones you connect with, it is okay to have relationships with many people. Happy to answer any questions.
I already have a Bernese that I got from a friend after she couldn't take care of him anymore (and he's such a good baby, I relate very hard to having a 100 pound lap dog) and don't intend on buying another in the near future-
But it's so tempting, to see her with her two babies being absolutely trampled with love. Weeps softly over good babies
I love having multiple Berners, however I do strongly recommend putting two years between each dog. I only had Ranger for a week before he went to his forever home. It's too hard to train each puppy and give each the attention they need when raising two together. I love raising a puppy...every few years. It's exhausting!
Thank you so much for explaining everything! You stopped me from making a horrible mistake. While watching your video I checked the name of the breeder I was going to buy a puppy from and didn't see her name and then everything you said to watch out for was exactly what this woman was doing. Asking for deposit before puppies, basically a puppy mill. I feel so much more informed and found an actual breeder that checked all your boxes. Thank you so much!
I am glad you are taking the time to find a reputable breeder! The support and health focus you will receive will be important for your new family member. Learning to use Bernergarde.org to verify health clearances is super important!
I’m in the process of doing a ton on research on these dogs as well as looking into breeders. I’m a bit overwhelmed but so excited for when the day comes when we can get one :)
Happy to help in any way I can! It can be daunting to find a healthy puppy, there are so many breeders out there claiming to do it right. I'm glad our breed has Bernergarde.org to verify!!!
Yes, that’s very helpful! Thank you!
Thank you for the outstanding video. Do you have any comments on hot spots (prevention and treatment)? Also any recommendation on food. We have a 7 year old male who has recurring hot spots. Have watched your grooming video. Thanking you in advance for any comments you have. Nancy and Paul Kanive
🥰 thank you for the information
Well done. Information, ethics, advice. Anyone interested in the breed would do well to watch this more than once.
Thank you! I’m happy to help any/all!
@@SitStaywithStacySlade Deuce's kids rock...
Would love to see a video on Berner health problems and any symptoms or lumps/bumps or issues specific to Berners that owners should be aware of!
Great idea! I will work on that!
Thank you for such great info! My berner, Murphy, was the best pup ever (we had our challenges at the beginning with dominating but consistent training created a wonderful relationship). She was with me for 9 years and miss her every day. I look forward to being a Berner mom again once I purchase another house with a yard. Responsible breeding and ownership is crucial to helping BMDs live long healthy lives. Your dogs are adorable! Loved seeing Chase do the 'berner lean' against you... just made me smile :)
They are a pretty special breed
So beautiful dogs you have!
In the best, very best case, the breeder owns both male and lady,
I bought my Bernoit about five years ago and was so lucky to come in contact with an astonishing couple who bred both Bernese and bavarian mountain hounds, and both parents of the puppies were around, the male hound in a separated from the mother of course, but still, they were in excellent shape,
well, the Berner is the truest love of my live
Actually that is an older school of thought! Usually the best male for a female doesn't live with the breeder! I search high and low to find a male with good health clearances and from a pedigree different than my own. Inbreeding isn't ideal and a breeder should be going outside of their kennel/home to find the right male. Not just breeding the same male and female over and over again. I have brought in males from all over the world to breed to my girls. It's hard to find the right dog to match up health, temperament and structure wise.
Hi Stacie!! Do you remember me? I just wanted to say I’m so proud on how much you have grown as a CZcamsr. I love your dogs and I will continue to watch your videos and be by your side 😁 see you next time!! Also, tell Deuce I said hi 👋🏻
Hi Holly! Remind me where we met! I'm learning more all the time and trying new things. Thanks for the support! Deuce says hi!
I commented on a video of yours a while ago 👍🏻 if you don’t remember that’s fine
@@hollymadron Oh right! So glad you came back to see our progress! Thank you!
Excellent video
Nice Job Stacy!
Thanks!
Hi Stacy! Thank you for all your informational videos, love your biggie Berners! Just lost our 130lb Odin early November to Osteosarcoma in the shoulder and being my first, I have been devastated and haven't had a tearless day yet. He was only 6.5 yrs old. Still healing, but have a breeder here in PA that certifies and breeds for temperment and longevity. While I did my best to give Odin the best care, food, exercise, vetting and supplements, I will always wonder if I should have done something different to prevent the cancer. He had two CCL surgeries in the last year, 1 in Jan 2019 and the last in July 2019. There is speculation that the metal implants used could be cancer causing, but I don't see how if it was his rear legs, the cancer was in his right front shoulder. For this upcoming new pup, I will be conferring a lot with the breeder and perhaps making some new or different choices. My question to you, and I am not asking you to promote any particular brand, but what for food do you recommend for the first puppy year and then adulthood? The dog food industry is terrible right now, and just because it's a premium or expensive food, does not mean it's the best. Many have had recalls and this whole "grain-free" thing is ridiculous. Were finding that all this stuff that is marketed as ok and healthy for your dog is now causing issues. What do you believe? If you don't want to mention brands, can you say what you look for or what to make sure is NOT in your dogs food? Thx!!! Sorry for the book!
No worries, I am sorry for the loss of your Odin :( They leave a huge hole in our hearts when they leave. Sigh. I too lost my girl Tally after two TPLO surgeries, a c-section and spay in 18 months. There is research that supports inflammation can contribute the expression of cancer. I truly think that was what happened to my girl. And in many cases there just isn't anything we can point to that causes it to be expressed. There is a new histiocytic sarcoma test that we are doing that shares the likelihood of a dog expressing histio (the most common cancer in Berners). It is through Antagene and breeders who use the tool can see what the percentages of producing puppies with histio are. By far a best in class practice for breeders! You should ask your breeder about this test. I think food is a vast subject with many right answers. I do know that raw food does not feed cancer cells if a dog does have cancer. But as far as raising a dog, I have used Costco, Purina Pro Plan, Pet's First and others. I do think it is important to use a formula that is proven, not just sounds good to feed your dog or has a good marketing dept. :) There are also nutritionists for dogs if you really want to delve into it. Happy to share resources. Feel free to ask questions!
@@SitStaywithStacySlade Thx so much Stacy, wow! So sorry for Tally, they share an immeasurable amt of love and try to be so happy for us, they don't really let on how bad they might feel. Hugs! Will look into the the new study. Funny, this breeder has been doing this for 17 years and works with and learns from all her puppy people. I was shocked when she said she feeds Purina Puppy Chow beef & rice. 1st ingredients...corn, corn meal and chicken by products. Its been working for years, she went through a 'poisoning' for a few years with 4 Health food till she pinpointed the food as cause of issues her dogs were having. Asked our vet about food and she feeds her Lab Purina Proplan. Said Purina and Hills have been around for years and to give new pup a large breed formula for the adjustments in calcium and other stuff for proper and not too fast growth in beginning. I always thought that those were 'garbage' foods, so who knows? Will chat again! Thx and enjoy your new girl!
I love Berners! 💜🐕💗🐾💜
they're such lovers!
Thank you for all the great insight! I have wanted a Burnese for a long time because of their personality, size and looks. I love a dog that wants to be apart of the family, and now I feel like a have a much better idea of what to look for when I am ready to get a puppy. Do you know of there is a burnese mountain dog club in Tennessee? It's the state I'm currently living in. Thank you again for the great tips and research guide!
Hi Zechariah, Yes, there is a Bernese Mountain Dog Club in Tennessee, check out www.cvbmdc.org. So glad you like the videos, it is so important to know what you are getting into with any breed you select. It will make you and your puppy more successful in the long term! And make sure when you search for breeders, you are spelling the breed correctly: Bernese. Feel free to holler with any questions!
@@SitStaywithStacySlade I will thank you!
Any BMD is very beautiful, if some dog has some health issues even more care and love needs.
Great video
I’m so glad I found this video.. my 2 year old berner just passed away yesterday from Histiocytic sarcoma. We had no idea. Just found out she had cancer and same day she was gone. Prior to getting this dog I had no idea about bernergarde.org. In a sense I knew about the health related issues but you just don’t think it could happen to you. Whenever we decide to get our next dog I will definitely do
More research and look on this site. My breeder that I got my paisley from wasn’t on the website at all.
I am so sorry Ashley, that is heartbreaking :( One of the reasons I created this channel was to try to help people learn that there are breeders who ARE trying to breed healthier dogs with data tracking and health testing. This is such an unhealthy breed, and so many backyard breeders are just breeding to breed with no regard for health, temperament or longevity, it is devastating for unknowing owners like yourself. Please let me know what I can do to help you, happy to walk through how to research ages and causes of death behind parents, health certifications, etc. You can start with my name in the database and go through my dogs for examples. I am happy to answer any questions.
SitStay with Stacy Slade thank you so much I truly appreciate your help!
Stacy I love your dogs and it’s great to learn things are being done to improve health through good breeding. My daughter took in a Berner she saw from a neighbor who had him temporarily because the original owner didn’t want him and left him locked in a room all day. Well I fell in love with him, she named him Snoopy, then came back home and moved out again but I had him now to myself by myself for 2 years, and we really loved each other. We don’t know his age but looked to be adult and he was with us 5 years with some health issues, some kind of a stroke with right sided paralysis, he recovered, a year ago a stage 1 lump on the elbow, Dallas Animal Surgical, said they got it all, and to my shock and 2 months ago the old race of lost any of your dogs? I hope not. home from dx after showing some deterioration over last 6 months. It has destroyed me, he had the best temperament, he loved me one so much. I would get excited to see him after work, couldn’t wait to get home. Now I cry driving home knowing he’s not there. Have you had anything happen like this. I want another one someday, but right now I’m still processing this loss of my beautiful boy. I loved this video, great video, and the dogs look so big and so beautiful, what characters!, mine was 79 pounds all the time. What do you feed them? Thanks, Gina
Gina Anderson They really are amazing dogs and make your life complete. However, they are a fairly unhealthy breed which makes research for health all that much more important. I’m sorry you lost your special boy. Hoping you find joy in another dog someday soon. 💗
SitStay with Stacy Slade Thank you Stacy❤️ so happy to have found you!
SitStay with Stacy Slade I made a donation to research and tried a go fund me to raise money . I believe it was called the golden retriever study who also succumb to hemangiosarcoma,
The Golden Retriever Lifetime Study is an observational study that will analyze genetic, nutritional, environmental, behavior, and lifestyle influences on canine health. The genetic research portion of the study will look for correlations between genetic markers and disease.
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Ithis study is through the Morris animal foundation
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Helpful video - thank you! We live in the greater Portland, OR area - Are you able to suggest some reputable breeders?
Yes, you should contact the breeder referral person for the Oregon Bernese Mountain Dog Club, they have a good website! Next weekend is the Portland Dog show at the Expo center, you should go!
Hi Stacy, thank you so much for sharing with us these videos! I come from south Italy, kinda warm place, you think a bernese mountain dog could live even in a warm climate as well?
Federico Pische if you have good air conditioning and keep your dogs cool, yes. But it is definitely something to consider.
Que cães mais lindos, parabéns! Eu estou louco para ter mais um bernese. A minha Malu é uma amor de cão. Uma fêmea de 5 anos que é um eterno bebê.
I treasure dogs!!!!!!!!! They are extremely cute!
Thank you! They think they are pretty special :) (so do I)
Hi there! I’m thinking of trying to get one of these bundles of joy at some point in the future. But I have one concern, I currently live in South Carolina and it gets up to 98° in the summer often. Would it be safe for a breed like that here? I’d like to keep them inside with AC but I don’t want to keep them cooped up inside the house.
Also great videos! They give a lot of information:)
Heat can be hard on them, but there are people who have Berners in hot states and have a high AC bill to keep them comfortable. :) If you have a schedule where you exercise in the early morning and late at night when it's cool then you can make it work. Good luck in your search for a good breeder, there are few good ones in your area!
Beautiful dogs!
14:50 Deuce looks up and falls over backwards.
Very good video . We have our first Bernese and she is 17 months. We are looking for a second as a pet only. Every time we get close, to many red flags come up and we don't do it. I see lots in PA online and our gut tells us we are dealing with a puppy mill. The price runs around 900-1000 and our local pet store has some for 4,200.00 I know the dogs come from a puppy mill. Your video will send us in a better direction. Thank you.
You are correct, there are MANY puppy mills in PA, the Amish are some of the worst. Here is a link to the regional club in your area, they should be able to direct you to a few reputable breeders in your area. There are some really good breeders near you! www.bmdca.org/rcc/Regional_Clubs.php?cs=masondixon
Remember, with purebred dogs, you get what you pay for. And generally, it is a downpayment for the rest of the dog's life. However, going with a reputable breeder you will stack the deck in the favor of getting a healthy puppy and the support of your breeder for the life of your puppy. I would check out a couple local dog shows to meet breeders too. I am happy to answer any questions!
If you want to email me I will send you the email of a good breeder in PA you might want to contact.
Here is another Berner Club in PA where you can find good reputable breeders: www.bmdca.org/rcc/Regional_Clubs.php?cs=watchung
SitStay with Stacy Slade yep and in Ohio too. Our Leia came from an Amish breeder, we didn't know until we got there. We felt bad when we saw them and brought our Leia home. I love her, my wife can no longer stand her. She has attacked her Bostons and has a very strong prey instinct. She eats the dead mice our outside cat kills, killed a rabbit, killed a skunk and brought it in the house (that was HORRENDOUS). She doesn't really like other dogs as puppy school scarred her for life (all the puppies bum rushed her on the first day and she never recovered). She eats the Bostons poop and is a major crotch sniffer. She is 3 now but has the energy of a 6 month old puppy and is extremely stubborn. However, she is a big goofy clown. Really loves kids and ppl in general. She always wants attention and cries with a shoe in her mouth when she greats us at the door. I would definitely get another, but from a reputable breeder this time.
Your dogs are so cute!! I love them!! Bernese mountain dogs are my favourite breed of dog and I really want one!! Do you have any advice on how to convince someone to get a dog or a bernese mountain dog in general?
Hi Michelle, They are a great breed! I don't understand your question, are you needing to convince someone you live with to get a dog?
They are so Big and Cute 🥰
I love Bernese Mountain dogs 🥰🥰🥰
great video , congratulations
do you some good breeder in Spain ?
thank you for your reply
Thank you for all the great information. Wondering if you’re still breeding. I’d love to explore getting our family added to your waitlist. Let me know if there’s an email we can contact.
This video is so adorable and informative. I'm planning on getting a BMD and going to an event in my country next week to meet some of the breeders local to my island. I'm drawn to the breed because I work from home and want an incredibly affectionate and goofy dog that's also really smart because I enjoy training for fun (I did agility and scent games with my last dog). I'm actually concerned about separation anxiety developing by the fact that I will essentially be able to spend all my time with this dog, from what you know of the breed is this likely to be an issue and what could you suggest I do to help??
It can be. I would work hard starting as a baby to get your puppy used to going with other people, and spending time away from you. My puppies frequently spend the weekend at friends houses for sleepovers, builds confidence and makes their world bigger so they can trust more people.
@@SitStaywithStacySlade oh sleep overs are such a fantastic idea! I've got so many friends who would love that too lol, I'll just have to make sure they'll give him/her back XD
Hi Stacey we will be getting two around 20th of December .we are in northeast pa. If you are ever in the area would like to meet you and your dogs.
Thanks! I'll holler the next time I'm in PA! When you get two puppies at one time, it will be incredibly important that you do training separately and work to have the puppies rely on you for entertainment, leadership and company. It is very common for two puppies to bond with more each other rather than their humans. Make sure you are extremely consistent with potty training and basic obedience. If you can wait to get your second dog a year down the road I do recommend waiting. But otherwise good luck with your new puppies!
Thank you so much for sharing your videos! : ) I love watching them. I have been wanting to get a Bernese for a long time and have been doing extensive research on reputable breeders in my area. In your opinion, if a breeder tests for DM, elbows and hips, is this enough if the pedigree of their ancestors had long lives? You'll have to forgive me if my question is silly but I am new at this and want to make a good decision. : )
That is a GREAT question! For me to consider a breeder reputable I would also want to see an OFA eye and heart clearance as there are many issues in the breed with heart and eyes. I hope you are finding Bernergarde helpful!
@@SitStaywithStacySlade Wow, there are a ton of breeders who don't. Thank you for telling me that! It looks like my husband and I will have to drive a considerable distance to find a healthy puppy. In your opinion, would it be a bad idea to travel 10 hours in a car with a puppy, if you stopped a lot for bathroom breaks and maybe stopped over night in order to get them home?
@@annaledezma2306 It is worth it for one drive /flight for a lifetime of a healthy puppy and breeder support. Have you gone thru your regional BMD club?
@@SitStaywithStacySlade I completely agree, distance means nothing when picking up your boy or girl. I have checked with my regional club (Texas) and reputable breeders with all of their health clearances are about 10+ hours away. Thank you for telling me about the importance of having all of the health clearances. It would have taken me a very long time to learn this if it hadn't been for your videos and kindly reaching out to all of us. Thank you! : )
@@annaledezma2306 Texas is hard, There are some great breeders in AZ, I would go there...
Hi! Thank you so much for this video. It is very informative and make me more confident in getting a Bernese Mountain Dog. I had two dogs before ( Corgi and Bull terrier). and I miss them tons. BMD is my dream dog and I really hope I can have one. I am now living in Europe. Do you think you can introduce / recommend any responsible breeder in Luxembourg (mainly), Belgium, France or Germany? Thank you.
I would go to a few dog shows to meet breeders!
@@SitStaywithStacySladehi! I have been looking at a few breeders in Germany. But i realised they don’t use Berne guard in Europe. How do I verify if the breeeders really did test their dog parents ? Thank you
@@vickysun some do, but many don’t. I would ask breeders for copies of their dog’s health certifications.
Whoa. Chase is huge!!!
She is only 89 pounds. Deuce is larger as a male at 110 pounds, both about where you want them to be for the breed.
Hi Stacy, I love love your dogs. They are so cuddly. I have a male hé is so independent. He will come but not for too long. I wish he was more like yours “bugging” me all the time 😅. I have a quick question. Can someone that do health testing and is registered still breed their dogs like puppy mills do? How many times can you breed females? That is considered responsible. And at what age do you stop?
I work on developing a great relationship with my dogs by training and doing a lot of things with them so they want to be with me! They love my treats! The short answer to your question about breeders is yes. It is hard to have an exact way to tell if someone is reputable, verifying all health clearances in Bernergarde is the best way. But you are right, over breeding female, breeding too young, too many litters, etc. would all be red flags. Standard practice would be not to breed a bitch before 2 years old, she has to have all her clearances (as does the boy) and you generally don't breed more than two heat cycles in a row and not more than 4 litters. Hope that helps!
I am curious to know what the general attitude is towards things like Crisper, and the potential for editing out cancer genes, rather than trying through breeding?
I have to assume there is a variance of opinion, nor am I suggesting that it is the kind of thing that can be done tomorrow, or is it a replacement for healthy breeding practices, but I am curious to know what is happening in that direction, and the general attitudes since there already seems to be a lot of work being done on the genetic side of things?
Hi! First of all, thank you thank for this video! My husband and I are looking for a Bernese in Maryland. Any suggestions?
I would reach out to the couple BMD Clubs in your area to get their list of reputable breeders breeding for health. There are a ton of scams going on right now so I wouldn't find a breeder on FB, usually they are backyard breeders etc. The lists through the breed clubs have breeders who use Bernergarde.org so you can verify health clearances. Her is a link to the regional clubs so you can see which ones to reach out to: www.bmdca.org/rcc/Regional_Clubs.php
@@SitStaywithStacySlade Thank you! Will do that right away. :)
Thank you for such a great video. Do you have a website?
Can you do another video on why BMD is the breed for you over others?
Hi Angel, I took my website down after I won at Westminster because I just don't breed enough (not for lack of trying) and I had so many inquiries that I couldn't keep up. Yes, I will do a video that shows more about the breed and why I love them! Thank you for subscribing!
Hi Stacey loved your video do you have any breeders you would recommend to check out. Me and my girl friend have been trying to find a pure Bernese for awhile now it's so hard to find we live in WA.
Right now it is hard since everyone is looking for a puppy while home. If you can be patient there will be a influx of puppies born from reputable breeders in about a month or two. The BMDCA.org has a breeder referral list you can access or feel free to PM me on FB (Sevens Bernese) and I will give you a list of breeders to connect with as they breed a couple times a year, may not have puppies now, but good to establish yourself with them.
Ok awsome thank you so much I will check it out and message you :) really appreciate it!!!!!!
We have a 1.5 yr. old. How often for baths do you recommend and what’s the best way to stop them from barking when they get over excited? Ours barks at mealtime and potty which is fine and we tend to that but there are other times we don’t know what he wants and he keeps barking. Advice appreciated. He’s got his CGC and we continue to train him.
That is great you are training him! My guess, without seeing the situation, is he is demand barking. It is a learned behavior and you can squash it by not allowing it. Distracting him, correcting him, and refocusing on something else will stop it. I don't allow it except in excitement. Bathing is good to do every 6-8 weeks with a forced air dryer to get the dead coat out. :)
Thanks. Yes of course he’s demanding and we’ve tried everything you’ve mentioned to no avail. To say “don’t allow it” is overly simplistic. Our vet even said to try and ignore it when it first began but that didn’t work either. I have a professional pet dryer but vet said not to wash more than 4 times a year unless he gets into something. Also, how do I join the Berber club?
@@janalaughlin2197 yeah I get that about the barking. I personally think it is one of the hardest habits to stop once it starts. Some people use a pop can with rocks or pennies in it to shake to startle them out of barking. It may help? It's up to you on how/when you want to wash your dog; I personally wash/dry my dogs monthly too keep the dead hair to a minimum and to keep them clean. If every other month works for you, then do every other month. I would look into attending a few events of your regional club (google the largest city near you and "Bernese mountain dog club") and your regional club should show up. Reach out to the member chair and find out the next events you can attend to meet people :)
Your dogs are gorgeous thanks for all the info. Looking for a puppy in MN, WI, area willing to travel as far as I need for longevity. My girl is 6 and we would like to add to our fur family. What is your take on Great Bernese?
There are some great Bernese Mountain Dog breeders in your area. Please reach out to your regional WI or MN club for their list of reputable breeders breeding for health. I am not a proponent of mixed breed dogs on purpose. Most people mixing breeds are not doing the health tests on the pares recommended by each breed's parent club. I would rather get a pure bred dog who's pedigree you can trace for health and longevity.
@@SitStaywithStacySlade thank you, I love your honesty. I haven't done much research, it was just the lure of a longer life. I have heard of breeders getting 10-12 years in a a berner how long have your lived?
@@darceycody6133 I don't think any person breeding mixed breeds can claim health or a longer life as there aren't the records and research to prove it. Just because someone says something doesn't make it true. Berners can live to 10-12 years. Mine have lived to 9 years. But tracking health, longevity and the health and longevity of what you produce gives you the information. Any mixed breed likely doesn't have a database that tracks decades of health clearances, dates and causes of death. We do in Bernese with Bernergarde.org.
Hello! Do you have any recommendations of breeders. We live in Northwest Arkansas. But travel to my husband and my parents in Utah and South Carolina often so we could pick up along the way or in any of those general areas.
Have you reached out to the regional clubs near you? That would be where I would start. I do caution that lists are long for reputable breeders, so patience is important. www.bmdca.org/rcc/Regional_Clubs.php
We are picking out our pup on Friday and I'm wondering if you have any tips on finding a puppy that would be a good therapy dog for the elderly (nursing homes, hospice centers). They have 6 females and 1 male. Do you feel that females are more reserved in general? I've heard that picking a male would be a good option, but I'd love your thoughts on this. Thank you. I am so excited to watch all your videos to help raise my new Berner!
Females are generally more manageable and smaller. I would also look at mom and dad's temperaments and how they act when not at home.
@@SitStaywithStacySlade thank you so much!
Hi Stacy! Do you have any recommendations in GA? I’ve looked up the breeder I’m talking to on both Berner garde and BMDCA and she doesn’t pop up. Hope to hear your thoughts!
I would contact the regional club for their list of reputable breeders. You may have to be patient and wait to make sure you get a puppy bred for health, but it is worth it. If you PM me I can give you at least two to contact. But know, that all breeders have a pretty long list of people waiting right now. But I am happy to help you out!
Hi, I'm obsessed with Berners for a while now. How do they do with stairs? Would they be ok in a house with 3 floors (ground + 1st and 2nd? I'm a bit worried about an aging Berner living in a house like that.
It definitely a challenge to consider. I personally wouldn't do it if I had a choice since it makes potty training super difficult and yes, on the back end it would be very difficult for an older dog with issues. I can only give my opinion, it would be up to you to figure out how to manage the situation. Puppies would struggle with them for a bit as well.
Hi we are looking for a good breeder in PA or Ohio sort of near Pittsburgh. Should I call breeders of the web and ask for the info to input into BernerGarde? I was looking at one that was really highly rated but they don't have the database info on their website. Any recommendations you have would be greatly appreciated too! Thank you so much for caring so much about this breed.
I would not buy a puppy from a website. Most hobby breeders don't have websites, I would contact the PA and OH regional BMD clubs who have lists of reputable breeders who are breeding for health. It requires some research and a lot of patience. You CAN call websites but I guarantee 9 out of 10 are backyard breeders who will tell you their dogs are healthy but they can't verify it and prove it.
Thanks very much for the quick reply. This is what I thought too and based on all the good info provided by people like yourself I will be scrutinizing anyplace we consider. There aren’t many near us so travel is an issue as well as this covid 19 thing. Fortunately we are in no hurry. Thank you !
@@phineas853 It does pay to be patient to get a puppy bred for health. Connecting with a couple breeders now and following their breeding programs so they know you before they have puppies is important. But never put a deposit down for a puppy that doesn't exist. Happy to help further.
Thank you for your video! What do you think about a statement that responsible owner will never buy BMD puppy if he has a kid/kids younger than 4 yo
Mia Mia I would want to know more. Have the owners had dogs before? Do they live in a house? Is someone home during the day? How are the kids managed? For me, it’s not a yes/no question.
Hey Stacey, you mentioned in one of your videos (I tried finding it for ages) that breeders can send blood tests to France to check the compatibility of the male and female dogs that breeders are looking to breed. What was the name of the test again? I'm just doing research about it now.
It's the Antagene Histio Risk Test. It is not a diagnostic test but more a research study that is ongoing to try to help identify the markers for histio in the breed.
I had a purebred rottweiler male he got a OBIENCE title with me in a week with me when i was younger . I would love another dog. I am interested in bermese mountain dogs.
Hey Stacy I am looking to buy a bernese dog for a while now
I wanted to ask you if the environment in Italy is a good one for these dogs?
And given they are really big dogs is it fine not having a garden in the house?
Chiara Casu Hi! I think Italy would be fine, I would ask some breeders there what they do. If you are committed to getting your dog out for walks and including him/her as part of your life you should be okay. But they won’t do well cooped up all day with no outlet.
Hi Stacey, I Iive in Sydney and sometimes we get very hot weather. I really want to get a Bern. Any recommendations for breeders in Australia? Thank you so much!
I would first start with the BMD National club in AUS for their reputable breeders. I will also ask a friend of mine in AUS and get back to you!
Where in AUS are you located. If you email me I can give you the email of a great breeder in AUS and she can at least point you in the right direction.
SitStay with Stacy Slade Hi again, I live in Sydney. I had a golden retriever. She lived a very happy life for 14 years. She passed away end of last yeAr and I am now ready for my next companion. I have loved Bernese for many years. I am totally dedicated to my pets. Thank you for taking the time to help me. Love
Could we exchange information on a more secure channel? I'd really like to ask a few questions in regards to breeders. I'm on the East Coast, otherwise, I would come to you when you had your next litter!
Sure, can you find my FB page? You can message through there? If not, let me know. Thanks!
@@SitStaywithStacySlade I'm not on Facebook anymore, but I found your Instagram account, and sent you a message!
@@mattja94 Perfect! Glad you told me I forget to check IG mail...
Hi Stacy, my boy Roman is now 5.5 mos old and I’m worried that maybe I have been exercising him too much.... I have friends that being their puppies over and we go on 6-8 Kms walks...of course they run and play all the way....is this too much ? Hard to find good info on this
If the dogs are going freely and happy and able to stop whenever they want to, they should be fine. You watch for dogs stopping a lot, panting too much and not wanting to go. If the terrain is easy enough he is fine.
Me too. I’ve been researching this breed a few months but can’t afford 2k. I can see about 1k.
May I suggest rescuing a Berner? There will undoubtedly be many dogs in your regional club's BMD rescue group this year. I would sign up with them. Any Berner you get for less than $2k will not be bred for health and I worry the temperament may not be proven. Can you save a bit more? Honestly, this breed can have a lot of vet bills, the amount for the puppy is just the down payment, a lot more payments will come.
SitStay with Stacy Slade if I can find one that will adopt to me with small children :) thanks for the tip.
SitStay with Stacy Slade you will never guess what happened yesterday- the night before I was on my Nextdoor community looking for free wood for my gardening. Then as I scrolled I noticed a full breed 8 month old Bernese for rehoming- for $150. I about died! The owner is in the oil business and has had to move several times- this time to Alaska for 6 mos and had his friend caring for him. Since he already had a dog and not a big enough home the owner agreed to let his friend re-home him. I messaged the man and he chose to re-home him to me. He came the next day after we communicated about the dog. I renamed him Bastion. He’s a beautiful fluffy coated (kind of curly on back) big pawed - quirky love-able temperament. About 100lbs - brown eyes- he played so well and careful with my little cairn terrier mix.. I could tell he had some separation anxiety yesterday with his wet poop and constant looking for the owner- standing at the door and panting a lot. I made sure to spend a lot of time with him and today his poop was solid. He’s much more at ease. Definitely can’t be outside too long because it has been humid here in Colorado Springs. I was thanking God for the miracle and the owner said they were praying for the right family. He loved my enthusiasm about adopting him.
@@wodgirl7089 Congratulations! Do you know where the first owner purchased the dog? The reason I ask is many breeders want to keep track of the puppies they produce. I hope all works out for you and Bastion.
SitStay with Stacy Slade I will have to ask - but I read the long message he had sent. He was given the dog in Texas and works for Oil/Ranch and just couldn’t keep him do to travel. I will find out more though.
What do you know about California breeders? And also, would getting two and training them both keep them from getting seperation anxiety?
With California I would definitely reach out to the NorCal, SoCal and Sierra West Regional Clubs as they will best be able to direct you to ethical breeders who are breeding for health. There are A LOT of puppy mills in California and it's important to be very careful, verify health clearances on the mom and dad of any litter in Bernergarde.org. If they aren't listed, move on to a breeder who cares about the health of their puppies. Taking their word for it is not good enough, they aren't reputable if you can't verify clearances (hips, elbows, heart and eyes) in Bernergarde.org. As for two puppies, no buying two at one time creates sibling syndrome and isn't fair to the puppies. It's best to wait 2 years between puppies to make sure each dog gets your undivided attention and training. No reputable breeder would place two puppies with one home.
@@SitStaywithStacySlade thank you! I definitely will get them in between, I didn’t know that could happen.
@@SitStaywithStacySlade also, is it possible I would be able to get another one year after I get the first? And what are some of the breeders you recommend for California? I’m currently looking at sequoia oaks ranch, expressions of grace, etc.
And it is WAY more stressful raising two puppies at the same time. They teach each other bad habits and compound bad manners, where with one, you can stop bad manners in their tracks as they don't have another dog role modeling it to them. You are their guide/leader. :)@@coconuckle
@@SitStaywithStacySlade okay, thanks!
Does these dogs do well in India, tropical region? Also do you know any good breeders out here who are working specifically on the health of these dogs?
I am sorry, I don't know any breeders in or near India. They do not do well in hot humid climates as they have a very thick black coat. You might consider the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog with a short coat.
What will breeders ask you when you talk to them?
Do you recommend Bainbridge Berners in NJ
MooMoo are their dogs health clearances (hips, elbows, heart, eyes, DM, etc.) listed under their dogs in Bernergarde.org?
@@SitStaywithStacySlade on their website it states all of the sires and dams hips, elbows, heart, eyes, and DM and all of them are listed as either good or great
@@oniontatos ...but are they in Bernergarde.org? That is where you can verify their claims. I would never trust a website where someone can say whatever they want (which they do frequently).
Reputable breeders use Bernergarde as they have nothing to hide and list their health clearances to be transparent so you know that you are getting a puppy bred for health.
@@SitStaywithStacySlade after I took a closer look at the website it says that they have started adding their dogs to Bernergarde and I did find them on Bernergarde
What does 4h and culiminy mean?
4H is a youth organization that teaches kids how to train, raise, take care of and show animals, publicly speak and a lot of life skills.
I really want a Berner, but my parents don’t think I van handle 1. How can i tell them I am ready?
I would go to a local dog show and find a couple reputable breeders near you and start volunteering with them at shows or learning to groom. This will help you learn all about caring for the breed and show your parents you are serious. Where are you located?
@@SitStaywithStacySlade I live in the Netherlands😅
I want to get my BMD from you ❤️😍 where are you located?
I am in the Pacific Northwest, but I don't breed very often. I am happy to refer you to reputable breeders through your regional BMD club.
@@SitStaywithStacySlade I love your videos. You’re great with your Bernese mountain dogs and you have so much knowledge about the breed and dogs in general
@@SitStaywithStacySlade I would not want to get a puppy for a few months to even a year. I still have so much to learn.
@@SitStaywithStacySlade Could you Post a video about puppy nutrition into adulthood. What did your bern. Puppies eat and how often / how much? How have their diets changed?
@@jeanineabbate6944 I will work on it! :)
Ciao! I am in Italy and looking a puppy so u have any breeders in Italy that you purchase for yourself?
I would consider Starry Town to buy a puppy from. They have a website.
They are so cute. how much do they weigh?
A Areif Typically a male weighs anywhere from 90 pounds to 130 and females weigh 70 to 100 pounds.
@@SitStaywithStacySlade How much does Deus weigh? he looks like a big boy!
@@Alanitoo Deuce is 110 pounds and still has some filling out to do. He will probably be 115-120 when he is done growing.
@@SitStaywithStacySlade He is so lovely. how old is he? and how long does it take for berners to fully develop physically?
@@Alanitoo He is 17 months old. It can take up to 4 years for them to fully physically mature.
Is having two litters a year a red flag? I know Bernese are prone to cancer but is a common trend of multiple dogs dying from the same type something to be wary of?
Kathleen Billett Having two litters a year is not a red flag. Having breeding dogs whose health clearances aren’t listed in Bernergarde is. Also if a breeder only breeds the same two (male and female) dogs year after year is a red flag. Responsible breeders don’t buy a “breeding pair” and breed the same two dogs over and over. Most dogs die of cancer, the questions you should ask are, at what age and are they trying to find different pedigrees to bring in to breed for better health and what proof do they have of the dogs being more healthy.
@@SitStaywithStacySlade ARe you saying that most Bernese die of cancer or all dogs mostly die of cancer??? That seems like a red flag to me. It would be distressing to have lovable dogs & then then die of cancer at a rather young age, aside from the fact that you could spend a ton of money on the cancer (or is that a fact?)
@@lufknuht5960 Bernese die younger of cancer than most breeds. I don’t know the statistics of how all dogs die but I do know that about 60% of Bernese die of cancer and the breed average for longevity is 7-9 years. You definitely have to know what you are getting into with this breed, but from my experience, they are worth every minute I spend with them.
Hey! I heard these dogs aren’t great in warm states, would they be alright in a state like Texas?
It is hard, they have to live inside in the air conditioning in the hot months and you would need to walk them early in the morning or late at night if it's safe. There aren't many heavy coated breeds in the southern states for this reason. It can be done, but it isn't the climate this Breed prefers. Maybe look into their cousin the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog :)
@@SitStaywithStacySlade You are right, I have a Berner and I can't walk her when it's summer because temperatures goes up to nearly 40 degrees celsius and don't drop below 30 (air temperature). I'm from continental Europe so summers are extremely hot while winters are not that cold since I'm living in flat area (no mountains). So if you're living in hotter regions don't own this type of breed or similar because it's just suffering for them.
@@Kendo94436 Thanks for the insight, I know people who do it, but it isn't ideal.
@@SitStaywithStacySlade Not ideal if you want your dog to have a stroke for sure. :)
Hi .Can you recommend me good breeder
Where are you located? Have you reached out to your regional BMD club for reputable breeders?
Do these dogs make good service animals?
They can. However, they also cannot. :) Some are very confident and mellow, and others are anxious and bold. It depends on the breeding and training.
They are awesome, but very stubborn dogs.
@@JohnDoe-nz6bk It depends on the lines! I have a line that is incredibly stubborn and one that is not at all :)
Hello I'm from india.
I want to take bernese mountain puppy from a good breeder outside the country will you plz help me out..
I personally don't know any American breeders who would send a puppy to India. You might try some Eastern European or Chinese breeders. You can ask for hip and elbow clearances from the breeder and discuss their pedigrees for ages and causes of death.
How difficult is it to get a Bernese that doesn't have serious genetic probability of bad & expensive disease? How difficult is it to get a Bernese that will live at least 10 years? Are breeders having success in breeding out the diseases & short life?
how i can i get a bernese dog in india
I am sorry, I do not know any breeders in India.
I had a Bernese, but we would not allow him to be on the sofa because their vertical sit posture causes height domination and I feel that when I look at this video, you have definitely got some of that going on. I don't feel this makes the best of the Bernese. They can be trained to be a lot less dominant and more patient than the persistent attention-seeking you are seeing here. Why are you letting them dominate you here?
They are not dominating me, however they are definitely exhibiting attention seeking behavior. When I film they normally get treats...which I did not give them in this video. My dogs know that I am the leader and I don't mind them being close and sharing space. If you watch any of my training videos you would understand that both of these dogs understand I am the leader and love to work and respect me. If either of them were dominant over me I wouldn't let them on the couch. If they do get too excited I make them get down. For the sake of the video, I did not correct them, I wanted them part of the video. My dogs are my family and share my space, but it is clear to them I am the leader.
Can u help me to adopt one for my retirement companion,ill pay thebshipping ti palawan ,philippines
Hi Robin, I am not a broker for puppies, I promote establishing a relationship with a reputable breeder and purchasing a puppy bred for health. If you are buying a puppy from a breeder in the USA I would confirm health clearances of the parents in Bernergarde.org.
Do have puppy now
I do!
I got mine from the amish. He's totally healthy. My friends bought from "reputable breeders" and they all have genetic problems. The more "purebred" means the LESS genetic diversity. Another thing, don't pick the puppy with the biggest paws , unless you want a huge one.
I'm glad you lucked out! That is not the case for many puppy puppies from puppy millers as they don't health test and usually don't have quality dogs to breed from, many also keep their dogs in horrendous conditions. :( The breed in general has many health issues and nothing is ever a guarantee, however if can you verify that the parents have all their health certifications in Bernergarde.org you are starting out on the right foot. Many people present themselves as "reputable" however if you do research in Bernergarde ahead of time you can find out how reputable they are and it will stack the deck in favor of a healthy puppy. You will also have a breeder who supports you through any issues and questions you may have. My phone is always on and I always answer calls from my puppy buyers. Nothing is ever absolute but I would rather err on the healthy and proven success side of things when buying a puppy and to support the people who are working hard to make this breed healthier!
What's wrong with Texas breeders? I think you will find one on CZcams
I don’t know any who share their health data openly on Bernergarde to verify that they are breeding for health. If I’m missing anyone, please let me know! Just because they are on social media does not make them reputable or breeding for health.
2 words:smallest feet!
I wont buy. I'll adopt.
thealize808 There are no dogs in shelters because of responsible breeders. I am accountable and responsible for every puppy I produce. The dogs in rescue/shelters are from irresponsible backyard breeders who don’t follow or care about the puppies they produce. Support the breeders who are doing it right!