Black Forest Bernese
Meet the breeder
I'm Karin M., the breeder behind Black Forest Bernese located in Oregon City, OR. Some of the best European pedigrees, responisbly bred and raised on our 90 acre farm just outside Portland, Oregon. Focusing on the traditional drafty type with calm temperaments to create wonderful family pets.
Q. & A. with Karin
Why did you start breeding?
I grew up with this breed back in GermanyWhat makes your program special?
We focus on European lines with good longevity in the lines and do thorough health testing. We raise the pups on special traction mats developed by the Institute of Canine Biology and thrive to continuously learn and improve.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Karin
Karin has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.
Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
“The price includes limited AKC registration, first round of vaccines and microchip and a two year health guarantee.”
Contract & health guarantee
Karin may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Karin offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don’t hesitate to reach out to Karin directly.
What’s included
From Good Dog
- Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
- 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
- Puppy Training Program & private community
Enrichment & socialization
- Various sounds
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Socialized in new places
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- Initial potty training
- Basic obedience & manners
- Toys
- Puppy starter kit
- Food & treats
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Karin.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Oregon City, OR
5224 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Portland Airport
5210 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Karin can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Karin
Club memberships
Karin is a member of German Club for Bernese Mountain Dogs (SSV).
Certifications & recognitions
DNA for Dog Breeders (Institute of Canine Biology), Certificate in Managing Genetics for the Future (Institute of Canine Biology), AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..
Karin has been a member of Good Dog for about 3 years
Karin was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Karin is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Black Forest Bernese meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
- Responsible breeding practices
- Health of breeding dogs and puppies
- Puppy environment and enrichment
- Buyer education and policies
Parent health testing
Great level
Black Forest Bernese reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Bernese Mountain Dogs.
Hip Dysplasia (Preliminary), Hip Dysplasia
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Elbow Dysplasia (Preliminary), Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
Histiocytic Sarcoma Pre-test DNA (from Antagene), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1B), Bernese Mountain Dog Type, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I)
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).
