Copper Star Bernese Mountain Dogs
- Phoenix, AZ
Meet the breeder
I'm Emilie A., the breeder behind Copper Star Bernese Mountain Dogs located in Phoenix, AZ. We are Emilie and Brian Arthur, owners of Copper Star Berners in Phoenix, Arizona. Our Bernese Mountain Dogs are family members first. We focus on health testing, temperament, socialization, and raising well-loved puppies that become exceptional lifelong companions.
Q. & A. with Emilie
Why did you start breeding?
Our journey into breeding began with our deep love for Bernese Mountain Dogs and the incredible joy they have brought to our family. We wanted to help preserve the breed’s gentle temperament, loyalty, and beauty while raising healthy, well-socialized puppies. By focusing on responsible breeding, health testing, and early enrichment, our goal is to provide families with wonderful companions and to support the long-term health and future of this remarkable breed.What makes your program special?
What makes Copper Star Berners special is that our dogs are truly part of our family. Every puppy is raised in our home with daily handling, socialization, and enrichment from the very beginning. We prioritize health testing, excellent temperaments, and lifelong support for our puppy families. As a vet tech and veterinary science educator, Emilie brings additional knowledge and experience in animal health and development, helping ensure each puppy receives the best possible start in life.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Emilie
Emilie has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.
After buyers complete the application and screening process, Emilie partners with them to find the best puppy match.
“All potential family’s will need to be matched and approved. ”
Price
“Vet check and age appropriate vaccines. AKC registration paperwork.”
Contract & health guarantee
Emilie 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 Emilie 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 Emilie directly.
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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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Emilie.
Breeder's location
Meet in Phoenix, AZ
1949 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
1951 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Emilie can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Emilie
Certifications & recognitions
Licensed Veterinary Technician.
Emilie has been a member of Good Dog for about 1 month
Emilie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2026.
Emilie is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Copper Star Bernese Mountain Dogs 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
Excellent level
Copper Star Bernese Mountain Dogs 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.
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA), Vet Wellness Exam
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
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).
