Size
- Height
- 63.5–69.9 cm
- Weight
- 31.8–43.1 kg
Energy
Needs roughly 72 min a day. Rough estimate.
Family fit
Kids
Dogs
People
Lifespan
7.0–10.0 years
Running cost varies — see methodology.
Trait map
Eight axes that describe how this breed actually lives.
Energy
4/5
Trainability
4/5
Playfulness
4/5
Protectiveness
3/5
Barking
3/5
Good with children
5/5
Good with other dogs
5/5
Good with strangers
4/5
Compared against Cocker Spaniel
Care needs
Shedding
5/5
Grooming
3/5
Drooling
3/5
Coat length
1/5
About the Bernese Mountain Dog
Editorial copy coming soon. In the meantime, the radar above summarises the trait data we have on file.
Frequently asked
How big does a Bernese Mountain Dog get?
Adult Bernese Mountain Dogs typically stand 63.5–69.9 cm at the shoulder and weigh 36.3–52.2 kg.
What's the life expectancy of a Bernese Mountain Dog?
Bernese Mountain Dogs usually live 7.0–10.0 years.
Is the Bernese Mountain Dog good with children?
Bernese Mountain Dogs tend to do well with children when well-socialised (5/5 on our scale). As always, supervise interactions with young kids.
How much exercise does a Bernese Mountain Dog need?
Bernese Mountain Dogs are roughly a 4/5 on our energy scale — figure on around 72 minutes a day of structured exercise as a starting point.
Is the Bernese Mountain Dog KC recognised?
Yes — the Bernese Mountain Dog is recognised by The Kennel Club.
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