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PHILOSOPHY
A good breeder cares about the breed(s) of their choice, by learning as much about their dogs, the dogs ancestry line
(pedigree), genotype (genetic) and phenotype (structure).
It is important to breed quality proven lines with quality lines; to know as much as possible about the Sire and Dam, and
all of their ancestors. Remember that the father and mother, no matter how healthy, still carry the genetic traits of their
ancestors.
As a breeder, I can advise you about my dogs. I, however, cannot guarantee you that you will not incur future problems. I
can only try to breed the best possible dog after thorough studying, and observation.
A word of caution about the Bernese Mountain Dog. The berner has a limited gene pool. The Bernese Mountain Dog comes with
its fine qualities as well as some that can not be genetically controlled. Breeders have not been able to breed out hip dysplasia,
elbow, shoulder, eye and allergy problems and cancer in young dogs. That is why it is very important for the breeder to be
knowledgeable about their dog’s ancestry lines.
The Bernese Mountain Dogs make beautiful companion/family dogs. As a concerned breeder I take great care to properly place
my puppies. My son and I want to know you better, if you are interested in one of our dogs, please take a moment to fill out
the puppy questionnaire.
Adding a Berner to your family is a serious commitment. Take time to learn/research about the breed of your choice. Choosing
wisely can be rewarding
OUR FAMILY
We are a family of six, my husband, I, and four sons.
Our children are all grown up and have their own places. My Oldest son Matt is a proud father of three children (our grandchildren)Cory
9, Christina 8, and Charity 4 years old. Matt works in Carpentry, and lives in Chisago City, Minnesota. Our son Justin is
my partner with some of the Bernese Mountain dogs, Justin does Maintenance work for the school district of St Croix Falls,
he also lives in St Croix Falls, Wisconin. Our son Jason is married, his bride is Britt. Jason and Britt recently moved to
Mineral Point, WI so that Jason can finish up his Physical education teaching degree at the University of Platteville, and
his wife graduated the summer 07' as a scientist, and works with testing molds in a cheese factory. Our youngest son Jared
is working full-time for Charter communications, he lives with a couple of his buddies that he grew up with, and now living
in Rochester, Minnesota. My husband grew up on a Beef farm in Falun, Wisconsin, and graduated from Grantsburg high school;
he moved to the twin cities where he earned a degree as a machinist and began working for Cummins Power Generation, he has
been there 33 years, and has been a supervisor for the past eight years. I grew up in the Twin Cities and at the age of sixteen
my family moved to a farm in Becker, Mn., I have had pets all of my life, but that is where I found that I loved working with
animals. Afer graduating college I moved to Wisconsin where I met my husband Brian. I went back to college and earned a degree
in medical administration. While attending college I worked for a veterinarian in New Richmond, Wisconsin and have gained
much knowledge in how to care for animals. After college I went to work as a vet tech in St Croix Falls. I have gained lots
of valuable experience in the past several years and have enjoyed every minute of it.
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