Bernese Mountain Dog similar breeds
Quick breed overview
Origin: 
Switzerland
| Info | Rating Icon | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Energy Level | 2/5 | |
| Exercise Need | 3/5 | |
| Affection Level | 3/5 | |
| Ease of Training | 4/5 | |
| Grooming Need | 3/5 | |
| Playfulness | 2/5 | |
| Friendliness (Dogs) | 3/5 | |
| Friendliness (Other Pets) | 4/5 | |
| Friendliness (Strangers) | 3/5 | |
| Watchdog Ability | 3/5 | |
| Protection Ability | 2/5 | |
| Cold Tolerance | 5/5 | |
| Heat Tolerance | 1/5 |
Bernese Mountain Dog - More information
Breed groups
- AKC group: Working Group
- FCI group: Pinscher & Schnauzer & Molossoid & Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs
- FCI section: 2.3 Swiss Mountain- and Cattledogs
Other names & origin
- Other names: Berner Sennenhund, Bernese Cattle Dog, Bouvier Bernois
- Nicknames:
- Original name: Berner Sennenhund
Size & lifespan
- Weight (male): 80–150 lb (35–70 kg)
- Weight (female): 70–100 lb (30–45 kg)
- Height (male): 25–27.5 in (64–70 cm)
- Height (female): 23–26 in (58–66 cm)
- Life expectancy: 7-8 years
