Bernedoodle — breed guide
Bernese Mountain Dog crossed with a Poodle. Built for cold — the Bernese coat means real care on hot days.
At a glance
- Group
- mixed
- Size
- Large
- Weight
- 20–40 kg (44–88 lb)
- Life span
- 12–15 years
- Coat
- Wavy to curly, often tricolour; thick
Living with a Bernedoodle
- Moderate energy — a proper walk every day.
- Heavy grooming — frequent brushing and regular trims.
- Light shedding.
- Quick to learn.
- Quiet.
- Good with children.
- Gets along with other dogs.
- Typically lives happily with a cat.
- Not well suited to a flat — space, exercise need or voice works against it.
- A reasonable choice for a first-time owner.
- Sensitive to heat; keep summer walks short.
- Built for cold weather.
Temperament
Goofy · Gentle · Loyal · Calm
Health to watch
- Hip dysplasia
- Elbow dysplasia
- Bloat
Owner-logged information shared via Leash Life is not veterinary advice; ask your vet about screening for these.
Questions people ask
Is a Bernedoodle good with kids?
Generally yes. Bernedoodles are usually good with children when raised with them and given their own quiet space.
Is a Bernedoodle good with cats?
Usually yes. Bernedoodles typically settle well with a resident cat — introduce them slowly and give the cat a high perch and a way out of the room.
How much exercise does a Bernedoodle need?
A real walk every day, around 30–60 minutes.
Can a Bernedoodle handle hot weather?
It is sensitive; avoid the midday heat.
Leash Life keeps a Bernedoodle's day — walks, meals, meds, weight — in one shared feed for the whole household, and warns on the walk weather this breed can't take. Free to start.