Bernese Mountain Dog
Gentle and family-oriented mountain dog, a good car traveller. Sensitive to heat; travels in the hold on flights.
Characteristics
- Size
- Large
- Withers height
- 58–70 cm
- Adult weight
- 32–52 kg
- Energy level
- Moderate
- Life expectancy
- 7–10 years
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Temperament
- Gentle
- Loyal
- Calm
- Affectionate
Car travel
Use a partition grille or a sturdy harness. A good car traveller but sensitive to heat: travel in cool hours and never leave it alone in the vehicle.
Train travel
Accepted on leash and muzzle. Calm on board. Check the carrier's rules and book in advance.
Air travel
Travels in the hold in a reinforced IATA-compliant crate suited to its size. Avoid hot-weather flights. A recent veterinary certificate is required.
Health precautions
- Heat sensitivity
- Hip and elbow dysplasia
- Cancer predisposition
- Joint sensitivity
Recommended gear
- Reinforced rigid IATA-compliant crate
- Sturdy car safety harness
- Cooling mat for hot weather
- Collapsible bowl and water
- Comfortable muzzle
To check before departure
- 1Check the airline's hold policy
- 2Recent veterinary certificate
- 3Avoid flights in hot weather
- 4Prepare pet passport and rabies vaccination
- 5Book the hold place in advance
Disclaimer
Transport rules vary by country and carrier. The information above is indicative and does not replace veterinary advice or the instructions of the carrier and competent authorities.