I'm Patricia G., the breeder behind Chalet Bernese located in Springboro, OH. We strive to breed top-quality Bernese Mountain Dogs with great temperaments, good health, and correct structure/movement. We are passionate about the breed and enjoy producing well-balanced, healthy, and wonderful dogs for families. Chalet puppies get lots of love, attention, socialization, and exposure to different environments while growing up with us. We are a source of support to all our puppy families.
Q. & A. with Patricia
Why did you start breeding?
We were asked by a breeder if we would allow her to show our puppy when older. We went to her first show when she was 13 months old, and we liked it. She was a lovely female and we decided to get her health tests done and start our own breeding program. That was 12 years ago, and we have loved the journey.
What makes your program special?
Our program is special because we carefully consider pedigrees, health, and temperament before breeding. We raise wonderful puppies and have very happy families. We have many families coming back to us again and again for their Berners. We are a lifetime source of advice and encouragement for our puppy families. It would be our pleasure to help you take the next step in adding this wonderful new addition to your family!
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and guardian homes.
Getting a puppy from Patricia
Patricia 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
Puppy prices include between $2,800 - $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Price includes AKC registration, microchip, a full Vet exam, and the first set of vaccines. ”
Contract & health guarantee
Patricia 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 Patricia 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 Patricia directly.
Chalet 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
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Chalet 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
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 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.
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1B), Bernese Mountain Dog Type, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I), DNA Profile
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).