Affectionate
Intelligent
Faithful
Loyal

Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Loyal
Clever

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

Yorkie Pins are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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 Yorkie Pins as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Switzerland

United States

Molosser, Mastiff-type

Miniature Pinscher and Yorkshire Terrier

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

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®
DBR = Designer Breed Registry

Ancient Times

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
White

Black
Brown
White

Wavy

Straight

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 Yorkie Pin can have a litter of 4-6 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.

Yorkie Pins 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.

While the Yorkie Pin breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Bloat
Histicytosis
Dental Disease
Meningitis
Obesity

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Hypoglycemia
Eye Problems
Hypothyroidism
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Collapsed Trachea

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

Cataracts
Mitral Valve Disease
Corneal Dystrophy
Reverse Sneezing

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

Eye
Hip
Knee
Heart
X-Rays
Physical Examination

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

Yorkie Pin has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

Yorkie Pins need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

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.

Yorkie Pin dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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

Playing, Walking, Play, Tug-of-war, Nap, Walk, Daily walks, Cuddling, Car rides, Run, Go to Beach, Going on drives, Road trip, Eating Snacks, Cuddles

In general most Bernese Mountain Dogs usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Yorkie Pins usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Bernese Mountain Dog should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Yorkie Pin should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 90-120 pound (41 - 54 kg) Bernese Mountain Dog feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 6-10 pound (3 - 5 kg) Yorkie Pin feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Bernese Mountain Dog is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average cost of a Yorkie Pin is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Bernese Mountain Dog is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Yorkie Pin is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Bernese Mountain Dog is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Yorkie Pins are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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.

Yorkie Pins 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.

Yorkie Pins have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Bernese Mountain Dogs are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Yorkie Pins are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Yorkie Pins are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Yorkie Pins are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

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