Affectionate
Intelligent
Faithful
Loyal

Loving
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Social
Outright
Sweet
Aggressive
Companionable
Adaptable
Quiet

Bernese Mountain Dogs are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Bullwhips are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Choose a Bernese Mountain Dog if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Avoid Bullwhips as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Molosser, Mastiff-type

Bulldog and Whippet

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Ancient Times

Unknown

A Bernese Mountain Dog can have a litter of 7-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Bullwhip can have a litter of 4-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Bernese Mountain Dogs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Bullwhips are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

The Bernese Mountain Dog breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Bullwhips typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Bloat
Histicytosis
Dental Disease
Meningitis
Obesity

Entropion
Gastric Torsion

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Allergies
Epilepsy
Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Kidney Problems
Color Dilution Alopecia

Colitis
Elbow

Eye
Hip
Elbow
Blood And Urine Protein Screens
Up:Uc Ratio For Kidney Function
CT Scan
Dental Examination
Allergy Tests

Eye
Elbow
Blood Test
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Bernese Mountain Dogs' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Bullwhips are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Bernese Mountain Dog has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Bullwhip has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Bernese Mountain Dogs need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Bullwhips require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Bernese Mountain Dogs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Bullwhips have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Bernese Mountain Dogs bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Bullwhips are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Walking, Petting, Sniffing, Exploring, Playing, Fetching, Smelling, Greeting, Jumping, Running, Cuddling, Rolling around, Sunbathing, Sniffing grass, Rolling, Walk, Bark, Play, Run, Pet, Lick, Chase, Fetch, Kiss, Shake, Eating Snacks, Nap, Soccer, Road trip, Tug-of-war

Sit, Walk

The Bernese Mountain Dog requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Bullwhip has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Bernese Mountain Dog is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Bullwhip has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Bernese Mountain Dogs can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Bullwhips make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Bernese Mountain Dogs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Bullwhips make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Bernese Mountain Dogs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Bullwhips are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Bernese Mountain Dogs are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Bullwhips are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Bernese Mountain Dogs have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Bullwhips are not known for being a highly playful breed.

Bernese Mountain Dogs are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Bullwhips are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.