Bernese Rottie Breed Information & Characteristics

Unfortunately, the Bernese Rottie is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Fearless
Good-natured
Faithful

Bernese Rottie dogs are heavy shedders, they will lose a significant amount of hair each year. To decrease the amount of shedding, you can regularly brush your Bernese Rottie. This will remove loose hair and keep his coat growing in the same direction.

Bernese Rotties are very good watchdogs. They are a vocal breed, and are wary of outsiders, so if someone approaches your home or aims to intrude, the Bernese Rottie is going to make sure everyone knows about it.

Rottweiler, Bernese Mountain Dog

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A Bernese Rottie can have a litter of 1-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Bernese Rottie dogs generally adapt well to changes in lifestyle and different living environments, but it is considered as an average level of adaptability compared to other breeds.

The Bernese Rottie breed is commonly healthy with low vet costs, regular check-ups may not be as necessary but it's important to keep an eye on their health and have them checked by a veterinarian when needed.

Hip Dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Elbow Dysplasia

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Bernese Rotties are known for their high energy levels, so if you're looking for a more low-key dog, this breed may not be the best choice.

Bernese Rottie have above average social needs compared to other breeds.They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Bernese Rottie dog requires a moderate amount of physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. These breeds are ideal for people who have a moderate amount of time to devote to their pet and enjoy regular physical activity themselves. They also make great family pets as they have the energy to keep up with children and the temperament to be great companions.

Bernese Rotties dogs are tend to sleep less than other breeds, but they still require adequate sleep to maintain good health.

Bernese Rotties tend to bark moderately, they bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or to communicate something. They may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Walking, Tug of war, Cuddleing, Fetch

The Bernese Rottie is a breed of dog that is known for its low grooming needs.

The Bernese Rottie breed is considered very intelligent and easy to train.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

Bernese Rotties are dogs that do well in apartments with sufficient exercise, but they would really appreciate a small yard.

Bernese Rotties are average friendly dogs towards children.

Bernese Rotties are an average cat friendly dog. They do well with cats, even more if raised together from puppyhood,

Bernese Rotties are below average dog friendly dogs. Bernese Rottie dogs may not always get along well with other dogs they have not been raised with,

Bernese Rotties are below average friendly around strangers. Keen of eye and sharp of tongue, most Bernese Rotties are very quick to announce strangers at the door. Once the visitor comes in, some Bernese Rotties will be friendly and outgoing. But many others have the standoffish or suspicious towards strangers.

Bernese Rotties have an average level of playfulness. The Bernese Rotties, like other dogs, like to play. But they are not the most playful dog breed.

Bernese Rottie dogs are known for their ease of training and ability to learn quickly, making them a popular choice for pet owners and trainers alike.