Bernedoodle Dog Breed Information:
Clever, goofy, gentle, and loyal. Bernedoodle fans boast that this mixed breed has the best of both worlds from its Bernese Mountain Dog and Poodle parents. Also known as the Bernese Mountain Poo, Bernedoodles aren’t bred to take home ribbons in dog shows, but are instead meant to be the perfect, loving companions for active owners and families with children.
Bernedoodle Dog Breed Group: Mixed Breed Dogs.
Bernedoodle Height: From 10 to 29 inches tall at the shoulder, as sizes vary from tiny to standard.
Bernedoodle Weight: From 10 to 90 pounds.
Bernedoodle Life Span: 12 to 18 years. Tiny Bernedoodles tend to live longer than standard..
More About This Dog Breed:
The Bernedoodle is a companion dog, through and through. The breed inherits the intelligence of its Poodle parents and the charming, goofy, happy-go-lucky temperament of the Bernese Mountain Dog. Bernedoodles are usually hypoallergenic and shed very little. Bernedoodles can vary greatly in appearance depending on which traits they receive from each parent.
Bernedoodle History:
The Bernedoodle is a relatively new breed. Sherry Rupke of Swissridge Kennels is the breeder who claims to be the first to intentionally breed Poodles and Bernese Mountain Dogs to create the Bernedoodle in 2003, though a hybrid of those dogs may have "accidentally" existed before then. While this is considered a designer breed, they do appear in shelters, and rescue groups that focus on Poodles and Bernese Mountain Dogs will sometimes work with mixes of those breeds.
Bernedoodle Size:
The Tiny Bernedoodle stands at 12 to 17 inches tall at the shoulder, and weighs about 10 to 24 pounds. The Miniature Bernedoodle stands at 18 to 22 inches tall and weighs 25 to 49 pounds. The Standard Bernedoodle stands at 23 to 29 inches and weigh 70 to 90 pounds.
Bernedoodle Personality:
Bernedoodles seem to get many of the best personality traits from the Bernese Mountain Dog and Poodle breeds. Some Bernedoodles inherit the Bernese Mountain Dog's stubbornness, which may make them difficult to train, however this trait tends to fade away as puppies become adolescent dogs. Bernedoodles can have high energy levels and crave attention and at least moderate exercise.
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Bernedoodle Health:
Bernedoodles tend to be healthier dogs than either of their parents. Inbreeding has left many purebred dogs open to genetically inherited diseases and conditions, but cross-breeding reduces that risk. Bernedoodles may be predisposed to, including hip dysplasia, elbow dysplasia, eye problems, and skin issues such as allergies and hot spots.
Bernedoodle Care:
Generally, this breed doesn't require much personal space, and as long as their moderate needs for physical and mental stimulation are met, they shouldn't be too destructive. Like Poodles, Bernedoodles are quite intelligent, which means they can learn bad habits just as easily as good ones.
Bernedoodle Feeding:
The appropriate amount to feed a Bernedoodle depends on their size, age, and activity level, which means it is highly individualized.
Bernedoodle Coat Color And Grooming:
The color of Bernedoodle coats have quite a range. Some are pure black, others are black and white, and others are black and brown. Bernedoodle coats can vary and look more Poodle-like or more closely resemble the Bernese Mountain Dog.
Usually they have wavy, curly coats that don't shed much, which can help make them more suitable for people with allergies to dander. The curlier the Bernedoodle's coat is, the harder it is to groom. Because they shed less, they need to be brushed more often to prevent their coat from getting matted.
Bernedoodle with Children And Other Pets:
Bernedoodles are excellent for families with children, though it is always important to make sure children are instructed on how to properly treat animals, especially with Tiny and Miniature Bernedoodles that may be injured more easily. Bernedoodles usually do well with other dogs.