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Bernese Mountain Dog
Good-natured, calm, hardworking, loyal
Popularity
789
Draft and droving dog from the Alps; large, sweet-natured, and bonded to family, but short-lived.
Lifespan
7–10 years
Coat
double, long
Colors
tricolor (black, rust, and white)
Male height
25–27.5 in
Female height
23–26 in
Male weight
80–115 lb
Female weight
70–95 lb
Review status
reviewed
Primary source
Temperament & training
Energy
3
Trainability
3
Playfulness
3
Protectiveness
4
Prey drive
2
Barking
3
Household fit
Kid friendly
5
Apartment friendly
2
Novice owner friendly
3
Good with other dogs
4
Good with strangers
3
Care & environment
Shedding
5
Grooming
3
Drooling
3
Coat length
4
Exercise needs
3
Heat tolerance
1
Cold tolerance
5
