ABOUT THE BERNEDOODLE BREED

WHAT IS A BERNEDOODLE?

A Bernedoodle (also sometimes referred to as a Bernadoodle) is a combination of a Bernese Mountain Dog and a toy, mini, or standard Poodle. Bernedoodles are known to be a friendly, happy go lucky, and mellow breed.

WHAT IS THE BERNEDOODLES TRAINABILITY LIKE?

Due to the Poodles sensitive nature and Bernese stubbornness, they will need firm yet gentle trainer. Bernedoodles are smart and eager to please. Basic training should begin as soon as you bring your Bernedoodle puppy home. Just remember that patience and consistency will be key!

HOW MUCH EXERCISE DOES A BERNEDOODLE NEED?

Bernedoodles are intelligent and will require mental stimulation and regular exercise to keep them happy and prevent them from becoming bored or obese. Due to the fact that they have a low to medium energy level, they typically do not require endless amounts of exercise. They are happy playing, romping, going for walks, and can even make a great jogging partner. Some Bernedoodles also like to swim!

It is important to remember that not all Bernedoodles are the same and some may enjoy more or less exercise to keep them happy and healthy!

WHAT IS THE BERNEDOOLE TEMPERAMENT LIKE?

This breed is often referred to as easy-going (though they can be a bit stubborn when it comes to training), playful, and loyal. They are very social and do best if they are not left alone for extended periods of time. Many refer to Bernedoodles as being the “class clown” because of their goofy, fun loving personalities!

HOW LONG DO BERNEDOODLES LIVE?

The life expectancy of an Bernedoodle is between 10-18 years. This seems like quite a large range right? Remember that in general, smaller dogs tend to live longer than larger dogs. It is important to keep in mind that many factors can affect their life expectancy such as diet, exercise, injury, genetics, etc.

WHY CHOOSE A BERNEDOODLE?

A Bernese Mountain Dog (often referred to as a “gentle giant”) is a breed that is known to be good natured, affectionate, and devoted to their family. Many love Bernese (who wouldn’t!), but they are known to have a shorter lifespan and are heavy shedders. Since they were bred to be a working breed they can also be somewhat stubborn.

Poodles on the other hand are non-shedding and typically have a longer lifespan. They are an extremely smart breed that is eager to please and often very easy to train. Don’t let their “dainty” appearance fool you either! Did you know that Poodles were originally used as hunting dogs?

The combination of these two breeds creates a smart, generally mellow dog that has a longer lifespan and is typically very low to non-shedding! If you are looking for a goofy, fun, loving pup, then the Bernedoodle might be perfect for you!

HOW MUCH ARE BERNEDOODLES?

Our Bernedoodles range from $2,000-$3,500.

WHAT ARE THE GENERATIONS OF BERNEDOODLES?

There are several different generations of Bernedoodles. These include F1 Bernedoodles, F1b Bernedoodles, F2 Bernedoodles, and multigenerational Bernedoodles.

WHAT IS AN F1 BERNEDOODLE

An F1 Bernedoodle is the result of crossing a Bernese Mountain Dog and a Poodle. They are a mix of 50% Poodle and 50% Bernese. Most reputable Bernedoodle breeders will only cross a standard or moyen Poodle with a Bernese. Crossing a toy or mini Poodle with a Bernese often results in Bernedoodle puppies with short legs and a longer body (like a Corgi).

do f1 Bernedoodles shed?

F1 Bernedoodles tend to be a good choice for those with MILD allergies. Since they are a 50/50 cross, some shedding is to be expected. Most F1 Bernedoodles will be low shedding while others may shed moderately or not at all.

WHAT IS AN F1B BERNEDOODLE

An F1b Bernedoodle is the result of crossing an F1 Bernedoodle back to a Poodle. F1b Bernedoodles are a mix of 25% Bernese and 75% Poodle. They are not to be confused with a “Reverse” F1b Bernedoodle which is result of crossing an F1 Bernedoodle back to a Bernese Mountain Dog.

do f1b bernedoodles shed?

F1b Bernedoodles tend to be a great choice for those with allergies because they have a higher percentage of Poodle. Most tend to shed very little or not at all.

WHAT IS AN F2 BERNEDOODLE

An F2 Bernedoodle comes from crossing an F1 Bernedoodle and another F1 Bernedoodle. They are typically very close to 50% Bernese and 50% Poodle, however, not all puppies in the litter will receive the exact same traits and some may have more of one of the breeds.

do f2 bernedoodles shed?

Yes and no. F2 Bernedoodle coats can be unpredictable due to the Bernese being IC (improper coat) affected. This means that they can produce puppies that do not shed at all, but they can also produce puppies that will be low or high shedders. Some F2 Bernedoodles will be furnished (have doodle coats) while others will be unfurnished (no facial beard or doodle coat).

WHAT IS A MULTIGEN BERNEDOODLE

A multigenerational (or multigen) Bernedoodle is the result of combining two of the above generations (ie an F1 bred to an F2 or an F1b bred to another F1b). Their percentages can be a mixture leaning towards either parent breed. When reputable breeders carefully plan and study their lines, multigens tend to be the most predictable generation when it comes to temperament, coat type, shedding factor, etc.

do Multigenerational bernedoodles shed?

Our multigen Bernedoodles typically are very low to non-shedding. However, sometimes we will intentionally pair two dogs together in order to create a litter that has some unfurnished coats.

BERNEDOODLE COAT TYPES

Bernedoodles can have a straight, wavy, curly, or unfurnished coat. At Doodles of Oz we currently breed all 4 different coat types.

UNFURNISHED BERNEDOODLES

Furnishings refer to a dog’s coat type and are responsible for giving the Bernedoodle the beard and fluffiness like a doodle! An unfurnished Bernedoodle will have a straight, Bernese-like coat rather than a doodle coat. This means that they are more prone to shedding and are not normally recommended for those who suffer from allergies. Many unfurnished Bernedoodles do not shed as much as a full Bernese though! If you love the Bernese Mountain Dog but are looking for a similar dog that is expected to shed less and live longer (or maybe even one that is smaller in size), then this may be the one for you! Bernedoodles are currently the only mix that we have with some unfurnished coats.

EXAMPLES OF BERNEDOODLE COAT TYPES

WHAT COLORS ARE BERNEDOODLES?

Bernedoodles can come in wide variety of colors depending on their parents genetics. The most common colors are traditional tri color, phantom, merle, sable, and red/white. These can come in a variety of different colors and patterns.