Thinking of adding a Bernese Mountain Dog (Berner) puppy to your family? The BMDCNV can help you learn about the basics of conformation and breeding, how to select a breeder, and provide information on health, nutrition, training, and other aspects of life with a Berner.

Finding the right breeder is the MOST important decision you will make in your impending relationship with a Berner. This is a decision that will be with you for the life of the dog. Do your research and you stand the best chance of sharing a fulfilling life with a Berner.

We strongly encourage all "potential puppy owners" to read all of the information found here in our comprehensive and informative Puppy Resource Center:

• Club Breeder Referral guidelines
  
• BMD Puppy Buyer's Guide (at the BMDCSEW website)
  
• Club Membership application, Constitution and By-laws
  
• Broker's Flyer (to help you differentiate between a broker and a responsible breeder)
  
• Bad Breeder Red Flags
  
• Health Guarantees (make sure to read the fine print)
  
• Don't Buy that Doggie in the Window (why not to buy from a pet shop)
  
• Club Code of Ethics

Unfortunately there is far more demand for Berners than conscientious breeders can produce. While the breeders in our referral program are happy to communicate with you, we have promised not to publish the list on the web site in order to keep them from being overwhelmed. For that reason, the current Breeders List is available upon request by submitting this form. You will receive the list via United States Postal mail.

While the Breeders List is available at no charge, if you would like to receive hard copies of all of the valuable information above, please send a check in the amount of $5.00, made out to BMDCNV. Mail your request to:

BMDCNV Puppy Referral
22 Nature Trail
Deep River, CT 06417

Phone: 860-526-2043

More information:

Buyer Beware when looking for a Bernese Mountain Dog.

APDT Trainer Search: The Association of Pet Dog Trainers can help you get started training your new Bernese puppy in a positive direction. Learn how to choose the right trainer, and locate positive-reinforcement trainers in your area.

The BMDCNV strongly encourages puppy owners to utilize positive reinforcement training techniques but does not endorse specific trainers.