Where traditional European bloodlines raise the bar for temperament, health & longevity in the magnificent Bernese Mountain Dog
Some of the best European pedigrees, responsibly bred and raised on our 90 acre farm just outside Portland, Oregon. We focus on the traditional drafty type, extensive health testing and impeccable temperaments to create wonderful family companions.
Retirement home for our sweet boy Oskar
We are looking for the right retirement home for Oskar.
You will find more information about him and photos under the retired dog page. He is healthy and already neutered. Rehoming fee applies.
The ideal home:
- is within 2-3 hr drive from us.
- experience with large breed males
- other dogs in the house ok as long as they are female
- either retired or working from home so he gets the one on one attention he deserves
- no kids or older kids since he grew up in a kid free home.
- cats ok, other farm animals/ live stock etc ok
- trial period and if things don't work out / the family situation changes he is to be returned to us
NEW in 2026: The Bernese Mountain Dog Experience
Are you curious about the breed and want to learn more? Do you want to meet us and the parent dogs before signing up for a pup? Or are you in need of a therapeutic dose of Berner snuggles?
Starting in 2026 we will offer visits through our new endeavor 'The Bernese Mountain Dog Experience'. Set time slots will be offered multiple times per month so you can interact with our dogs in a safe and beautiful setting, see where we raise our pups and ask us any questions you might have.
Ready to book or wanting more information:
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