As far as dogs go, the Bernese Mountain Dog lives a short life. But if you really want one, don’t hurt him! These fun-loving, caring, wanted dogs are smart. And fortunately, they’re the dog of the week!
Origin
Bernese Mountain Dogs were originated in Switzerland but are known wanted. If unwanted, they could die in weather conditions. To know more, visit this website: Bernese Mountain Dog Origins – Bernese Love.
Appearance
Bernese Mountain Dogs FUR COLOR are orange, white, and black in adulthood. As puppies, their orange is brown, instead!
They have something called a ‘Swiss Cross’ on their chests, kind of like a plus sign, just like the Switzerland flag. Since they are long-haired, unwanted Bernese Mountain Dogs will die in harsh, cold weather or harsh, hot weather.
Their EYE COLOR is commonly dark brown. But from injury, they can rarely get red, or blue. If you want to know more about this serious problem, visit Can Bernese Mountain Dogs Have Blue or Red Eyes? (Answered).
Personality
Despite looking and sounding nice, the Bernese has a tough side. They have fear-based aggression, and if they have an angry-looking face and growl, step back, because you’re in for a fight!
But they make great herding dogs, and even better draft dogs. So, if you can’t afford a border collie, or sheepdog, for your barn, get a Bernese Mountain Dog, even though they live up to 8 years!
Note: If you want to know about the life span, it is in Health Problems.
Diet
Bernese Mountain Dogs are omnivores, like all dogs are omnivores. But they have problems when they eat sometimes.
Imagine you’re a Bernese Mountain Dog. Your owner gives you food. As you eat, you have a funny feeling in your stomach. You feel pain and it’s like it’s twisting. THAT is how a Bernese feels sometimes, as he eats.
To know how to feed your Bernese properly, visit this site: How to feed your Bernese Mountain Dog right – Bernese Love.
Health Problems
Bernese Mountain Dogs have health problems. Really bad ones, though. Here is a list of health problems they can catch:
- Cancer
- Hip Dysplasia
- Elbow Dysplasia
- Progressive Retinal Atrophy
- Bloat
- Histiocytosis
- Von Willebrand’s disease
Cancer and weather conditions are 2 of the reasons why Bernese’s live such a short life span. The weather can be too harsh for them, and there is a high chance, if not properly cared for, they’ll catch cancer. To know more about this, visit Bernese Mountain Dog Cancer – VetInfo.
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Goodbye!