This big, sweet dog can sometimes be shy. He forms a strong bond of love with his family, but often attaches himself to one person. He is eager to please and easy to train, and gets along well with other animals. He loves children and especially enjoys pulling them in carts.

Temperament: The Bernese mountain dog is a fantastic pet for families with children. These gentle giants adore children and are protective,loving, and gentle. They are very loyal and tend to stay that way for life, which is why they should be brought into a home as puppies and ownership should not be changed after the age of 18 months if at all possible. This breed loves spending time with it's family, and they shouldn't be locked away or kept in a kennel. All in all, the Bernese mountain dog makes an excellent family pet if socialized and trained correctly.

Group: Working

Height: 23 to 27 inches

Weight: 85 - 110 pounds

Origin: Switzerland

Size: Large

Life Span: 7 - 9 years