MATCH MEETING
WHEN: May 4, 2008
TIME: 12:00 Noon
WHERE: "Heron Pond Kennels" = Sue Ann Martone in Melrose, NY
Please call 518-664-5723 for more information and directions
Please Bring a Dish to Pass!
Centered around the Helderberg Mountains, just south of Albany, the Helderberg Bernese Mountain Dog Club of New York welcomes members from Canada to New York City, from Buffalo to Boston, and Connecticut too.
Members enjoy social and competitive events in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Activities are open to all Berner-lovers and include an annual picnic, draft match, supported entries in all-breed shows, an agility fun day, and a Fall / Winter Berner-Walk.
Bernese Mountain Dog Breed Standard
The Bernese Mountain Dog is a striking tri-colored large dog. He is sturdy and balanced. He is intelligent, strong and agile enough to do the draft and droving work for which he was used in the mountainous regions of his origin. Dogs appear masculine, while bitches are distinctly feminine. more...
Bernese Mountain Dog Puppies
A puppy is an investment in time, money and love. Choose wisely, the time spent now will be well-rewarded with a life-time of pleasure with a beautiful, healthy and happy Bernese Mountain Dog.
Martha Haynes, Puppy Referral Chair, e-mail: Martha (mhaynes1@nycap.rr.com).
Finding a breeder and a puppy can be tough! We're here to help. more...
Bernese Mountain Dog Rescue
Heather Fischer, Rescue Chairperson, 193 Allen Road, Porters Corners, NY 12859 / 518 893-2713 / email: alpineberners@aol.com
A "rescue dog" is a purebred Bernese Mountain Dog that has been placed in a shelter, is a stray, has been abandoned or no longer can be cared for by the owner of record or caretaker. A "rehomed" dog is a purebred Bernese Mountain Dog that can no longer... more...
Bernese Mountain Dog Health
Bernese Mountain Dogs can be affected by a variety of ailments that affect longevity and quality of life. Among the most common problems are cancer, autoimmune disorders, hip and elbow dysplasia, allergies, thyroid disorders, bowel disorders, torsion and bloat, eye disorders including PRA, cataracts and entropion. more...