Bernese Mountain Dogs/Breeders/FAQs/Answers

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Frequently-Asked Questions for Breeders
(when purchasing or acquiring a new (Bernese Mountain Dog) dog)
 * For our own experience, we have assembled a list of answers to the questions below.

In addition to breeding, what (dog) activities have you taken part in?

 * i.e., agility, showing, obedience, trails, carting, championship, therapy??

Can we see the health certificates?
(i.e., hip and elbow, x-rays, eyes, heart, Von Willibrandts disease (OFA, CERF))

Will you guarantee the health of the puppy to a certain age?
(i.e., 2 years). Will you assist if a problem arises?

Have you don temperament testing?
Describe. Please tell us about the puppy's temperament.
 * Is the individual certified? By which organization / association?

How many shots / wormings have the puppies
by now, and in the future?

Food

 * what kind? how much? how often? When?

Supplements

 * fish oil - giant bottle from Costco (1x day)
 * liquid glucoasamine (1x day)
 * Green lipped mussels
 * also something called Medicam (if necessary)

Spay

 * at 6-8 months
 * if bitch goes into heat, how many weeks?

Crate Training

 * do you believe in it? Why? Why not? What do you recommend?
 * what size, recommendations?

for coat

 * Use a wood pin brush - gentler on the skin, goes deep and sturdy
 * Use a Butter Comb - Chris Christianson, available at Treasure Cove Pet Supplies, Ottawa
 * Rens

for nails

 * Use Black and Decker or Dremel kit

Training

 * puppy, kindergarten, age, older?

Exercise

 * what does it mean, be careful to not 'over exercise' the dog; what does this mean specifically?

Do you have a sales contract? Terms?
Can we see the forms before signing?