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What is a Bernese Mountain Dog?
A Bernese Mountain Dog is a large working class dog from the Swiss Alps. Pronounced Berner Sennenhund in German, the Bernese Mountain Dog was historically used as a general farm dog and it carried out tasks such as guarding property, serving as a draft animal, and driving dairy cattle.

Recognized by the American Kennel Club (AKC) in 1937, the Bernese Mountain Dog is known for its distinctive tri color coat that is black with white on the chest and legs and rust markings above the eyes, sides of the mouth, front legs, and behind. The Bernese Mountain Dog sheds year round with increased shedding occurring during seasonal changes. The Bernsese Mountain Dog is a gentle giant that is loyal, tender hearted, strong, and athletic.

Bernedoodles and
kids.
In our experience,
Bernedoodles make wonderful
pets for families with
children! The Puget Sound Doodles family
includes small children and all of our dogs, puppies and adults alike, live along side them in our homes. Our dogs have further exposure to a broad range of different age children of varying ability levels to include children on the Autism Spectrum.

More specifically, the Puget Sound Doodles family includes two young boys on the Autism Spectrum. Exposure to Bernedoodles has been wonderful for both boys and it has increased their social emotional awareness, expressive communication, motivation, and overall wellbeing. Per our observations, Bernedoodles are always patient with the children and they love to play, and snuggle. We receive similar reports from other families who have Bernedoodles living alongside their children.

Puget Sound Doodles has further placed many dogs and puppies with adults and children with a broad range of diverse needs to include but not limited to: Autism, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), agoraphobia, anxiety, depression, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and we even have one that has been trained as a smart dog that can identify the onset of a diabetic seizure in a young child. We have further successfully placed several dogs into clinical and school settings and these animals work in large group settings such as retirement homes, classrooms, and dental offices.

have diverse needs. More specifically, we
*If you wish to schedule a visit with PSD and accommodations are required please let us know in advance so that we may try to make your visit as comfortable as possible.

What is a Poodle?
The word Poodle refers to a group of dog breeds that include: the Standard Poodle, Miniature Poodle, and Toy Poodle. The Miniature and Toy Poodles are smaller versions of the Standard.

Recognized by the American Kennel Club (AKC) in 1887, Poodles are known for their intelligence and agility and they enjoy dog sports such as swimming (they have webbed feet), tracking, and retrieving. Unlike many other dogs, Poodles have just one coat and the hair is dense and curly. Poodles could be considered hypoallergenic but they are not allergen free and they can be a range of colors including: black, white, apricot, brown, silver, gray, parti, silver beige, red, cream, sable, and patterns such as phantom and brindle. Historically used as retrievers, the etymology of the Poodle breed is debated with some arguing its origin rests in Germany while others argue France.

Collaborative breeding.
To ensure the health and well being of our puppies, Puget Sound Doodles is part of a network of home based USDA licensed breeders. Our network of federally licensed home based breeders ensures that your puppy is raised in a loving and safe environment that operates in compliance with the Federal Animal Welfare Act. All USDA breeders must meet vigorous standards (See the Why USDA link to learn more about the standards) and undergo periodic inspection with the USDA agents. USDA licensed home based settings support the emotional and physical well being of each of the adult dogs and their puppies. It further promotes pro social puppy behaviors by exposing them to a home setting while simultaneously preparing the puppy for transition into your loving forever home.

What is a Bernedoodle?
A Bernedoodle is a cross breed between a Bernese Mountain Dog and Poodle. Bernedoodles can be a range of colors including: tri color (black, white, and rust), bi color (usually black and white), sable, apricot, and merle and they can be Micro Mini (approximately 15-30 pounds), Miniature (approximately 25-49 pounds), or Standard (approximately 55 or more pounds).

Bernedoodles showcase the finest traits of each breed. They embody the warm hearted and loyal nature of the Bernese Mountain Dog and pair it with the intelligence and wit of the Poodle. The Berenedoodle further sheds substantially less than traditional Bernese Mountain Dogs due to their mixed genetics. Bernedoodles make wonderful companions.