Bernese Mountain Dogs make great family pets but your cute little puppy is going to grow into a very large dog pretty soon. If you plan to buy a Bernese Mountain Dog puppy then it's really important to get off on the right footing.

Buying the puppy best suited for your needs is frequently a challenge where you need expert help. But you're faced with a choice you have to get right first time.

It's vital that your choice of pet settles into to your way of life quickly and without problem - make a mistake here and your problems are only beginning. Try to be certain that your chosen puppy breed is the right one for you.

Bernese puppies are becoming more and more popular as a choice but when the dogs first appeared in the US a number of breeders bred them for large size and guard dog ability. Remnants of this still appear from time to time and a few dogs can show a tendency towards unprovoked aggression. Choose your puppy with care. Shoulder lameness can also be an issue at times.

This breed is fundamentally a working dog meant to herd livestock and pull carts. They are good at learning obedience and are affectionate but their sheer size makes them more appropriate for those with previous experience of dogs and their care. Your Bernese can take over your home in every sense if you are not careful from the outset.

They live for up to twelve years and at full size will weight up to ninety pounds - reaching a height of about twenty eight inches. They have a glossy long black coat and a long muzzle. They need a large house and a large garden or yard and will require lots and lots of regular exercise.

A Bernese Mountain Dog puppy in your life will be a big investment in time and energy, and your lifestyle will change as a result. Don't forget to have fun - and your puppy and you will build up memories to last a lifetime. Enjoy the experience.