I was in a very depressed state and forgotten how to smile due to some very tragic experiences in my life. One day I met a burnese puppy in my apartment elevator. That was the first time after 6 months I genuinely felt happy and laughed!! ❤❤
It's sad that you need to explain that it isn't bad for him to live in an apartment. A dog is absolutely not interested if he is living in a huge house with garden or in a caravan with 8 m². The main thing is that the dog is getting attention and having the chance to run and make brain exercises till he is tired and then the dog needs a pillow or a place on the floor, nothing more. You're doing it great, Benny looks like a happy dog and that is what counts, that the dog is happy too, not only the humans.
@@danceswithcarsdc BMD are very gppd guard dogs without being too agressive about it. if you have a farm like us, a BMD will absolutely bark at strangers - ours outright hated salesmen and litterally caged them in their own cars as they refused to come out and instead called us on the phone. however they are very friendly to persons they either know or are greeted friendly by their owners, to the point where our neighbours could visit us and he didnt react at all since he knew their car and their smell.
My girlfriend and I have a 1 year old berner. We used to live in a townhouse and all she ever wanted to do was go outside so we decided we needed to get a house with a yard for her. We fenced the yard so that she could have free reign whenever she wanted to go outside, but she really only wants to go outside if we are also outside. She doesn't care where she is as long as we are with her.
@@Defenbach the lemon smells too intensive for her, its the same with mint i would guess. if i crushed a leaf of mint between my hands and let Luma smell them, she would instantly back off after just one whiff of it, just as your berner does with the lemon.
They're also sensitive. At least ours was. Whenever anyone was sad, he'd always try to cheer them up or just cuddle close. He even won over a few self-professed "dog haters".
my bernese dog was born august 10, 2009 and she is still with us, going strong! I look at her and I don't believe she has aged! She is he best dog ever and we love her so much!
we've just lost our second one, Sam was 12 years old and the most loving thing I've had in my entire life. They really are something else, and if i ever get another dog, it will absolutely be another one of those majestic, loving and caring animals. 10/10 would 100 % recommend !
I'm so sorry. He must've been one good boi. I really want a Bernese. Only issue is that I can't until I graduate and have my own place. Fingers crossed 💕
Here to show my support for you guys!! I too have a Bernses Mt Dog and live in an apartment. My girl's 1 year old and 85lbs - looks very similar to Benny! - and she's perfectly fine. My complex also has a dog park and she goes on 2 - 3 walks a day. Haven't had any issues with it! She's my first berner, first big dog, and I love her to pieces
My boy is almost 4 and is also trained to be my medical alert/mobility assistance service dog. Super easy to train and always submissive to other dogs. LOVES kids and women.
I just want to emphasize, that you should only get a berner when the climate you live in is not too hot. Those are furry mountain dogs, most comfortable in temperatures below 10°C. They prefer being in the snow. They have their own opinion, and have a natural sense to guard (but basically they just want to greet everyone, not actually guard). So don't be surprised if they do their own thing if they are bored. They are family dogs, they love their family, and no matter how heavy they get, they will always be lap dogs, and are super friendly to everyone. Be prepared for a lot of heat and no personal space. But they are absolutely adorable. I love bernese mountain dogs. Greetings from Switzerland. :-)
@@danceswithcarsdc Well trimming is a controversial topic. Here in Switzerland they do not recommend it. Berners have 2 layers, the topcoat is for water resistance, dirt protection etc. and the underlaying, wooly coat is for the temperature regulations. so trimming the topcoat doesn't make sence, and trimming the under fur can actually cause it to grow stronger back, therefore start matting. and berners regulate heat by panting. so by trimming actually leave them endangered to sunburns, getting wet and sick, but dont help them regulate heat, as they can't sweat like humans do. there are also some evidence that by trimming the fur can fall out, or doesn't grow back properly. the only thing that really helps is to brush out the under fur every second day, especially when they are shedding.
@@danceswithcarsdc agree with the other person that i dont recommend it at all. the Berner Sennenhund loses too long fur by himself and regulates temperature like every other dog as well. ours love to bathe in small rivers to help cool down too.
Our 3-year old "Winston" is soo very much like Benny it is uncanny. Amazing how strong the character traits are in this breed. I'd have 2 in a heartbeat if I could. I've had allot of dogs over the years and or friends with dogs and Berneses are the BEST dogs ever! They are happy kids with 4 legs and hearts of gold. Loved your videos BTW mu daughter (13) watches them and shared with me you RU-vid Chanel
We have a St.Bernard and a Bernese. Those two clowns are entertainment ALL day. They get along VERY well! Fantastic family dogs! When we brought our newborn home from the hospital I will say he was THEIR human.
I was lucky enough to be a mom to a Berner mix for 13 years. I lost Finley two years ago to bone cancer (happens a lot with the breed). I miss her every day. Your videos have made me smile so much! I see a lot of my goofy Fin in your pup. Thanks for sharing!
Yeah, after having 2 male BMD, both were mother-hens. Love kids, and offsprings of other animals as well. And socialize also with strangers. Neighborhood kids came to ask our dog for a walk, sometimes had to say that come to play in the garden with him instead, because these kids had their head about same height as the dog's. And can't give dog to so young kids no matter how well behaving he is.
We're on our 3rd Berner! I understood the thought processes of our boys Both Tipper( lived for 14 years and weighed 90 pounds) and Gunnar( lived for 12 years and weighed 145 pounds...not fat!) were highly protective of my wife and our kids. When we lost Gunnar shortly after our our granddaughter was born we got Miss Gabby our 1st female. She and our granddaughter have grown up together and Gabby is her constant companion whilst she is with us. For myself the BMD is the best breed for families.
Do they pant a lot? I've only had small dogs but it drives me nuts to be around the excessive panters for any length of time. But they seem like such great dogs!
Your Bennie looks almost like our Kate. She was a big girl, 115lbs. She has been gone for 15 years (she lived only 7.5 years) and I still miss her. Best dog in the world, so great with our human baby even when she was in pain from a weird genetic ailment. And yea they do need a job during the day like following you around everywhere and flipping your hands off the keyboard, and they need to exercise, but like a lot of large breeds they prefer to flop around after they’ve done their duty, as close to you as possible of course. Our BMD used to lead us with her teeth gently to bed when she was tired. They are heartbreakers and characters for sure!
I have a 50/50 Bernese Mountain Poodle and she has all the traits of a Bernese from the affection to the silliness and (almost) doesn’t shed at all. I love her so much and she’s so pretty despite the poodle she doesn’t have curly hair instead straight hair and the Bernese tri color makes her look like a sheep dog when she gets extra shaggy, super adorable.
3 years a pup, 3 years an adult and 3 years an OAP...any longer is a blessing. I've wanted a berner for 30 odd years, ever since a customer on my milk round, who had 5, and I got "attacked" on my first day...the fear when they charged towards me that so quickly changed to affection got me hooked and I carried biscuits with me every day after that 😂 It's never been the right time for me to have a dog though. But now as I'm older things have changed and I'm going be looking at rescuing to one to go with my 4 cats. Gonna enjoy watching yours, and 100's of others, till then. I know of plenty of berners who are much healthier on a raw diet. Even know of some living to 12-15 that were just fed tripe their whole life.
I have a Bernese mountain mixed with a border collie and and she is the first dog we have ever had, and she the best thing that has ever happen in my life.
Thank you SO much for this. We had a foster Bernie & I still miss him. I'm older, but would devote myself to him, including lots of walks, cuddles, dog parks & a play area. I've never had such a sweet dog & am saving up for one...
Benny is such a sweetie. My in laws own a Bernese, I own a Dane and my brother and sister in law have a Cane Corso- they are all the best of friends! Beacon (Bernese) is such a love and just wants to watch his cousins have fun and occasionally give a light chase. He’s chill, he’s loveable and he loves his humans. Such a sweet dog. Also, love that they carry their leashes, it’s so cute.
As a Berner owner, I can see you LOVE your Berner very much! Would I suggest every person who lives in an apartment own a big dog? No. Are you giving Benny the best life he can have? ABSOLUTELY!
Awww don’t be sad Briana hugs * from what I see in past videos is.that Benny looks super happy and loved, no one is entitled to judge anyone; the internet just makes it easy because you can say anything without showing your face and identity unless you put up any content. Don’t feel discouraged; there are many of us who love you and your family and have our spirits uplifted after watching you guys 😊
Hii, sorry for my english i am from Switzerland. ILOVE your Videos. We also live in a appartment and we own a Bernese. His name is Hope and he is a service dog in training. Living in a appartement and owning a Bernese is perfectly fine. The breed is just wonderful. He is 6 month but already the love of our lifes. ❤️
I'm a Great Dane person but I love all big dogs. I do feel that Danes and Bernese Mountain Dogs have very many things in common. Wonderful breeds. Enjoy every second to the fullest ❤
This race is the answer for people wanting a permanent puppy that's upscaled 10 times and lives for 10 years :D I had a Golden from 2002 to 2015 too. These are very nice too. Also sheds heavily. Mixing dark and bright dogs could lead to interesting amounts of shed on your clothes xD At least with a golden you can wear bright clothes and vice versa with Berner (dark clothes). If you have both, you can't fix it, you will ALWAYS end up with dog hair clearly visible on your clothes.
They are the most incredible and lovable breeds. I have always wanted one but the cost and short lifespan was always a deterrent. I saved up my $ and found a great breeder that has 13 year old berners (no promises). Leonardo has been the absolute best! His breeder called him out as a therapy dog so that's what I trained him (and me) to be. (Google "leonardo therapy dog" and his website should pop up. He's out of work right now but doesn't understand the social distancing. I should make videos but I still work, "essential". Plus I can't stand haters and cyber trolls. I love your videos. Keep'em coming!
The negative comments can take a toll but we try our best to ignore them! Plus all the love and support is worth it!! So happy you found your best friend! 🥰
Thanks for sharing and also mentioning you are an attentive parent that you have an apartment but being responsible guardian making sure Benny gets his exercise. He is happy and you are happy and that is the best.
I’ve always been fascinated by this breed, they immediately put a smile on my face whenever I see them. My vet has only owned BMD’s. They must be really special if people buy them knowing that they don’t live as long. After my chow passed away I got a little dog because I wanted a friend who would live a long time. However I miss having a big dog in bed with big snuggles, and I miss having a dog that would enjoy the outdoors and hiking. My little dog is terrified of being in the woods with me. Dogs bring so much joy, it might be worth it getting another one, especially since I’m working from home right now.
I now live with my third Berner and everything you stay about them is true for each of mine. They are the best. This time, though, my second dog is a Golden because my heart has already been broken twice by Malignant Hystiocytosis. Love and hugs to Benny.
Like you I've had many different breads but nothing like my BMD, their love is endless I suffer with anxiety and depression and this angel of a dog feels my life with sooo much happiness and complete joy. They are a true gift and blessing to have in your life.
I knew a lady who owned a Great Dane in a studio apartment. I have owned dogs in apartments, townhouses, and houses. Benny is obviously doing just fine! He's a lovely boy!
All your reasons are 100% correct! I love Bernese Mountain Dogs. Benny looks so sweet! My Sidney is an attention hound; he's either bouncing all over the place or he sleeps on the sofa. Sorry you have to explain the apartment thing, but you're right. Sid basically lives in two rooms in our house. As long as he has love and a favorite place to sleep (preferably a cool place for the summer months), he's good. Sounds like Benny's very similar.
Another example of a very similar dog to the Bernese Mountain Dog or the Golden Retriever that isn't very well known, is the Leonberger. So if you aren't really sure whether you want another Bernese or a Golden, I really recommend you to take a look at the Leonberger.
Benny seems like a happy dog :) Our bernie spent his first 1,5 year in an apartment, and it's really no issue (apart from when the power went out, and the elevator stopped working, and I had to carry him down 4 flights of stairs, lol), as long as they get plenty of time outside. Our boy has just passed 2,5 years of age, and has started calming down significantly the past 2-3 months. It's really noticeable. If anyone's got any questions about the breed, I'd be happy to answer!
This is great! I have been thinking about getting a Bernese Mountain Dog in a couple of years, and have been wondering one thing if you don't mind me asking! How long are you able to leave and come back, depending on the age I suppose. I understand it might be better, if someone was to be gone for a good bit of the day, to leave him in a dog daycare type place, but I was just curious as to what someone who has had experience with the breed might think? I would definitely make time for the majority of at least the first year to spend bonding with him, but say I get a busier job after that, what might be the best bet? Perhaps I hold off? I'd appreciate a response, but no worries! Thanks!
@@jessicamyers9557 - Hi Jessica! I'd say that with a whole lot of proper training, it should be possible to leave a bernie for 5-6 hours. Our boy has a fair bit of separation anxiety, but we're now to the point where we can leave him home for the ~4 hours each day that me and my SO's working hours overlap, and he's been home alone 5-6 hours a few times. I would caution you, though, that every dog is an individual, and you never quite know how a dog is going to deal with being alone... The earlier you start with separation training, the better the odds :)
I have bad anxiety.. Like bad. But after i Got my Bernese mountain dog Balder, my life have brighten SO much up! I feel so much happier and more complete. He’s also my emotionel support dog even tho he’s only 23 weeks. He’s so fast at learning and is Amazing to new things and People. We bring him to my School every morning and now he’s like a celebrity! Everyone loves him and he loves all the kids and adult petting him. I definitely recommend looking at a Bernese mountain dog if your look for a dog! ☺️
Bernese Mountain Dogs were bred originally as farm working dogs in the Canton Berne in Switzerland. They were used for herding cows and for pulling small carts. When I grew up in 1950s Switzerland, you didn't buy milk in the supermarket. The milkman came every day and you put out special coins (milk money) together with a dedicated milk kettle. Our milkman had a cart with a milk urn pulled by a Bernese Mountain Dog named Barry. The dog absolutely loved his job.
Their life span is short - and they will be with you 'til your very last breath. I've had two Bernese and four decades on it is as though only a few weeks have passed. That is what their great personalities give to you, the fond memories of real friends.
About the calming - around 3 years old they become just cuddle bugs who want pets and love. Some fun is in place tho! And they still need exercise or they'll start digging in your garden. Had that happen - many times, with my 3rd bernie. Every dog, same behaviour.
I have a minibernedoodle....best dog ever! Such a trickster! Laughs! Completely understands humor! He he he!! 😃😂 36 lbs.....you are so right....I need more minibernedoodle's! And what a talker!! We have complete conversations! Life is so much better! 😍 Snuggles galore! Baby in a big body! Carry me everywhere mommy! 😍👍👍 I can't figure out the Bernie from the minature poodle...but our Miss Penny is a perfect combo !!!!!
I have learned with my currently three Labrador Retrievers that I absolutely have to start the day with an hour and a half walk in order to reduce their energy levels to civilized proportions. I have had 15 month old Mossy since she was born. When we are all out on a walk, she loves to come back and sit on my foot and lean up against my leg. When I'm sitting down in a folding chair out in the field, she likes to jump up with all her hundred pounds or so into my lap and either sit there for a while or else immediately jump down to mix it up with the other dogs.
I've had German Shepherd's and love them but I've had a few friends who had Bernese and they are great dogs, also from what I've seen they're very protective of the kids in the family.
As you are already a big dog owner considering another dog I would highly recommend you consider a Newfoundland. Big giant balls of fun & fur with amazing temperament . Just for a little diversity. P.S. I love Bernners as well.
I was looking for another pound puppy and found a “Bernese “ a year later she is missing about 100lbs and not a Bernese but it’s okay once I saw that they have a short life span and that would kill. I haven’t been able to have children and my girls are my kids so not having them, I just can’t. But i love watching your fur baby.
Benny reminds me so much of our first Berner Kodiak. We are now on our third Berner named Gunner this is our absolute favourite breed and we will always have one.
love the name ;) I have a question.... do you see any temperament differences between the Bernese mt dog and the Newfoundland? I hear they're both calm and gentle however I just wanted to know if there are any differences.
Girl do your thing and enjoy your Berner I have a berner/German Shepard mix she is considered a Euro mountain Shepanese but acts more like a Bernese then a gsd. Ignore the negative comments and keep posting your adorable pup we love watching your videos
Well said about the exercise. My boy is a Bernese cross Shepard he is a couch potato. But I do take him in bike rides around the immediate neighborhood then he is tired and wants to go home on the couch.
It appears that you have plenty of room. The way I have heard that it is is that you have a large place for a Bernie run, play, stretch their legs. You just taught me that they are not long distance dogs, but rather short distance which saddened me. Looking for one for a therapy pooch so a Bernie has jumped up top of my list. Great video! Thx!
All he cares about when he’s inside is laying on top of us. He doesn’t need a lot of room inside And he goes on walks but doesn’t care to walk very long
Most of the traits you describe sound so much like my own dog (not a bmd). She is a BGS (Bayerischer Gebirgsschweißhund) and all the things you described (like loving people, strangers, laying on top of you, jumping on park benches etc.) sound so much like her. She is such a couch potato and doesn't even want to move a lot all day.
I have an adorable 15 month old Bernese Mountain Dog. What is unique about these dogs is that she is just like a child more than she is like a dog.When I tell her I love her, she smiles. She seems to understand words more than any other dog I have ever had. She is so the best!! She's my little 100 lbs baby!!!
Even some of the biggest breeds, like Great Danes and Newfoundlands, can make perfect apartment dogs. I don’t think the size matters as much as the energy (and willing/able to provide an outlet for that energy) and temperament. 😊
Wow thank you so much! I'm finally buying a house after living in a small condo with no grass or area to run free (only reason being that I NEED a large dog in my life lol). You helped me decide on which breed I think 😍
I have had Golden Retrievers growing up. It took about 2 years for them to settle down. As I got older I adopted rescue dogs. They all were great. One was 4 and the other 8. I now have Emmett who is now 8 adopted at 4. He is a Golden Retriever Great Pyrenees. He is also a 90 pounder.
know that one scene with a border collie Devon running in circles, from a movie with Tom Hanks? thats my bernese in our garden at times. she gets tired quickly after it, but she can repeat it several times a day. she isnt annoying unless shes active and can slack off under the table if she tags along to my coffee. however, if she gets the opportunity to hike, she can go on for a long time :D
They are big yes, but are the most gentle babies ever! Mine is 11 months, and his father was brought from Switzerland and his family grow very big. All they want is attention 😂😂 Mine loves giving hugs and licking toes for some reason. They think they are tiny puppies. Also, mine was extremely quick to house train (took less than a week id say)
I got a Labernese about a year ago, and every single trait in the video has been spot on for my girl. I'm definitely looking for another so my girl has someone to play with.
My brother has had 3 berners , they have all been incredible with the best personalites. Who cares if you have a bernese dogs in an apartment. Drives me crazy when people say that. As long as they get out and get exercise , thats whats matters. Can clearly see that you love your dog, which is probably the most important thing. Take care
They are really sweet and cute. I know small places may make them feel trapped for luck of space. Also be careful with temperatures inside the apartment or house, because of their think fur coat they can get over heated and can suffer a heart attack or stroke. Remember they are alps dogs,and they love cold weather and they don't do well in hot weather. Other than that, they are just beautiful dogs. I love them!
Me again. I strongly recommend you get another Berner our two get along amazingly well a bit of jealousy at first but to be expected. What Berner wants to give up a modicum of attention?
I had Burmese mountain dog 🐕 named Fritz. He was about 160 to 180 pounds normally, except during the winter he was around 220+. This one lady my dad me had one almost 300 pounds. So I think only purebred average around 120. But if there not pure, they can get significantly bigger. Amazing dogs, very friendly, loving and energetic. Even at 10 years old he still acted like he was 4. I really miss mine since he passed away. He was almost 12. But definitely getting another one when we get a house.
I once read that BMDs are actually the best (big) dogs to get when you live in an apartment. They're couch potatoes and are fine with having space to unwind when they do go outside.
I have a 10 month old Bernese. So much shared here is on point. Super smart, sweet and stubborn. 😂 It’s as if it’s a person who wanted to reincarnate as a dog. I feed my Bernese fresh dog food. He’s developed a hive like rash on his belly recently that I think came from products the groomer uses. We also have dry winter weather right now. Are there canine skin supplements anyone here uses that they like? I’m trying to figure out what’s recently caused this rash.
Everyone loves Bernese Mountain Dogs. I have 2 now, and had 2 before these ones. I feel sorry for all the Bernese dogs everywhere that live their lives left alone all day just waiting for some food and attention and years of wearing a leash for their daily walk (especially in urban areas on concrete sidewalks). Horrible life in an apartments and downtown condos for this breed. If that's your situation I'm sure to get some haters from my shared thoughts here. This video has so many clips of "as I have read/researched" its amazing how many people found this to be useful intel to make their decision to buy a Bernese.
Btw - If you walk him and play with him as clearly you do, you're giving him exercise, and play, and mental stimuli, then it does not matter if you're in an apartment. Those negative comments are ridiculous. Besides, so many people have their dog behind a fence thinking they will fun around and get exercise when the opposite is true. They aren't getting the different smells and mental stimuli (such as an obstacle course) they need. They are only getting their same back yard creating their need to dig, bark, and be anxious. Blessing to you. YOU'RE GOOD DOG PARENTS! Dogs don't know the difference between an apartment or castle. When inside, they just want to be with you.
I had a berner when I was a kid sadly he died from cancer in his belly when he was 5. He was just as sweet as Benny and he always held my hand when we went for walks. Every spring he would lay on the last teeny tiny piles of snow until they melted. Every winter if you made a tiny hole in a snow pile and asked him to look at it he would stick his head right into the pile. ;D
@@BennyBerner it´s ok I found a breeder close to where I live that has managed to extend the lifespan on these dogs to 12 - 15 years so I´m considdering getting a new little goofball :)
I love my Bernese he is a mix of Bernese and husky he looks identical to Benny BUT has blue eyes. He is the light of my day and the best dog I could have ever asked for
Apartments are fine to have a dog in as long if your allowed to have a dog. The most important thing is for any breed is that you have the time for them and love them. Dogs know ever much whether you love them or even like them. Dogs are like having children they take a lot time and care. Don't listen to people negative comments there always be a person who has something to say. I love to have a dog however I don't have the time for one. Wouldnot be fair to the animal Hopefully one day I will though
