Bernese Mountain Dog belongs to Group 2 FCI, among other Swiss Mountain Dogs (Appenzell, Entlebush and Great Swiss Mountain Dog). The father of this breed was at the beginning of the century Professor Albert Heim. Bernese Mountain Dogs were and are in Switzerland an integral part of farms, where they perform many important tasks. Among them, especially in the past were guarding farms, pulling carts with milk, but also watching everything in the stables.
Bernese Mountain Dog is characterized mainly by its tricolor color, which the standard quite accurately defines. The basic color is black, combined with rich brown-red tan and white. White markings must be on the dog's head, neck, chest, paws and tail. Rich brown-red tan is found above the eyes, on the cheeks, chest and legs. The standard precisely defines the height range, for dogs it is height at withers from 64-70cm, for bitches in the range of 58-68cm. The coat should be long, silky and not too curly. Weight of dogs is around 50 - 60 kg, females it is about 10 kilograms less.
Due to its striking appearance, but mainly due to its nature, the Bernese Mountain Dog is slowly becoming a very popular dog. He is not aggressive, he loves people and everything he does for his master. Properly socialized Bernese Mountain Dog is confident and balanced. Due to its nature it is an ideal dog for a family with children, because with them is the best friend. Puppies and young dogs are usually more lively and require more movement and attention.
Caring for this dog is not difficult. Brush hair once a week, just at the time of molting it is necessary to brush the dog daily. Bernese Mountain Dogs are durable, love winter and snow, in summer they like to bathe. If they have dog house, they can be kept outdoors all year.