I'm Erica M., the breeder behind Des Montagnes Berger Picards located in Durango, CO. Welcome to the wonderful world of Berger Picards, the oldest of the French Sheepdogs. We breed dogs that are beautiful, versatile and most importantly, a valued part of our family. Our AKC champion dogs are fully health tested and our puppies are raised in our home.
Q. & A. with Erica
Why did you start breeding?
I have a fantastic stud dog and I have traded stud fees for puppies. I also live on a horse farm and breed horses.
What makes your program special?
My dogs are not only AKC champions but also working ranch dogs. Our puppies are born and raised in our house and are exposed to every type of stimulation we can find. All of our dogs have their health results on OFA.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Erica
Erica 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 a $500 refundable deposit and $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“All of our puppies are the same price. Once the puppies are 4 weeks old we ask for a deposit.”
Contract & health guarantee
Erica 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 Erica 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 Erica directly.
Des Montagnes Berger Picards 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 dogs
Roupi, mom
Berger Picard
About Roupi
Roupi is a female Berger Picard. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Erica decided to make her part of their program. Erica has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Piet, dad
Berger Picard
About Piet
Piet is a male Berger Picard. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Erica decided to make him part of their program. Erica has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Ohnich, mom
Berger Picard
About Ohnich
Ohnich is a female Berger Picard. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Erica decided to make her part of their program. Erica has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Des Montagnes Berger Picards 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 Berger Picards.
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.