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Bernese Mountain Dog

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Gentle, sturdy farm dogs with a calm demeanor and tri-color coat.

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Adult Weight
70-115 lbs
Lifespan
7-10 years
Temperament
Calm, Strong, Affectionate
Exercise
45-60 minutes of moderate exercise daily
Energy Level
Trainability
Shedding
Family Friendly

Growth Chart

Track Your Puppy

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AgeWeight RangeAverage
0 weeks
0 months
0 - 0 lbs0 lbs
4 weeks
0 months
9 - 14 lbs11 lbs
8 weeks
1 month
17 - 28 lbs23 lbs
12 weeks
2 months
26 - 42 lbs34 lbs
16 weeks
3 months
34 - 57 lbs46 lbs
20 weeks
4 months
43 - 71 lbs57 lbs
24 weeks
5 months
52 - 85 lbs68 lbs
28 weeks
6 months
57 - 94 lbs75 lbs
32 weeks
7 months
59 - 97 lbs78 lbs
36 weeks
8 months
61 - 101 lbs81 lbs
40 weeks
9 months
64 - 104 lbs84 lbs
44 weeks
10 months
66 - 108 lbs87 lbs
48 weeks
11 months
68 - 111 lbs90 lbs
52 weeks
12 months
70 - 115 lbs93 lbs

Developmental Milestones

0-2 weeks

Physical Development
Eyes and ears closed, depends on mother
Behavioral Development
Limited movement, nursing

2-4 weeks

Physical Development
Eyes and ears open, teeth begin to emerge
Behavioral Development
Starts walking, exploring

4-8 weeks

Physical Development
Weaning begins, rapid growth
Behavioral Development
Socialization with littermates, play behavior

8-12 weeks

Physical Development
Baby teeth fully in, growth continues
Behavioral Development
Critical socialization period, fear imprint period

3-6 months

Physical Development
Adult teeth coming in, puberty begins
Behavioral Development
Testing boundaries, second fear period

6-12 months

Physical Development
Sexual maturity, growth slowing
Behavioral Development
Adolescence, energy peaks

12-18 months

Physical Development
Reaches adult size, growth plates close
Behavioral Development
Mental maturity developing

Age Progression Gallery

See how Bernese Mountain Dogs develop from puppies to adults

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8 Weeks

Puppy - Early socialization stage

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3 Months

Growing fast - Learning phase

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6 Months

Adolescent - Energetic stage

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Adult

Full grown - Mature and stable

Note: Photos shown are representative placeholders. Individual dogs may vary in appearance based on genetics, diet, and care.

Care Requirements

Grooming

High – heavy seasonal shedding

Exercise

45-60 minutes of moderate exercise daily

Common Health Issues

  • • Cancer
  • • Hip dysplasia
  • • Elbow dysplasia