Emma-Mada's Old Thyme Berners
- Pittston, Pa, PA
- Responds within a day
Meet the breeder
I'm Linda O., the breeder behind Emma-Mada's Old Thyme Berners located in Pittston, Pa, PA. All breedings are based on health, temperament, The Bernese Mountain Dog Standard. Always raised in the home environment. All pups are fully age appropriate Vetted, microchip, worming, dewclaws, all AKC paperwork & microchip completed by breeder. 2 yr Health guarantee/contract. Show potential or pet. All pups placed on a Limited AKC Registration. Poppy and Angus litter, 2 weeks, 2 days. Hello, I currently have a responsibility bred litter of Bernese Mountain Dog puppies. They are 2 weeks old today. This is a repeat breeding between Emma-n-Mada's Just a Spoon Full of Sugar, Poppy. The sire is a Russian Import: AKC CH Hop Yandex, Angus. Sire and Dam are Health & Genetically tested. The litter consists of 6 females and 3 males. 4 females and 2 males are available. Pups are placed on a Limited AKC registration. All pertinent Vet care, dew claws, worming, etc. Microchip, Health Guarantee/Contract. Breeder does all the paperwork. Socialized, raised underfoot, children, adults, dogs, cats etc Puppy care pkg. Serious inquiries only. Approved homes only. Info at private msg.
Q. & A. with Linda
Why did you start breeding?
With longtime breeders' mentorship.What makes your program special?
You learn to study pedigrees, the standard, work to improve the breed overall. Never to become breeder blind.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are black rust and white. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 2 Orange
Went homeMale
Girl 5 Pink
Went homeFemale
Girl 1 Maroon
Went homeFemale
Girl 3 Mint
Went homeFemale
Girl 4 Teal
Went homeFemale
Yellow
Went homeMale
Green
Went homeMale
Orange
Went homeMale
Marroon
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Linda
Linda 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, Linda partners with them to find the best puppy match.
Price
“Guarantee is stated in my Health guarantee/contract. All puppies are the same pricing.”
Contract & health guarantee
Linda 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 Linda 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 Linda 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
Enrichment & socialization
- Various sounds
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Socialized in new places
- Scent introduction
- 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
- AKC registration
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Linda.
Breeder's location
Meet in Pittston, Pa, PA
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Airport
Meet in Pittsburgh, PA
More about Linda
Club memberships
Linda is a member of Lackawanna Kennel Club .
Linda has been a member of Good Dog for 11 months
Linda was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Linda’s links
Linda is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Emma-Mada's Old Thyme Berners 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
Litter and program updates
Linda O.
Litter update on 16 Apr •Mint/Lime Female Avaiable
Angus and Poppy's litter
Linda O.
Program update on 31 Mar •4 females available
Linda O.
Litter update on 30 Mar •…I currently have 4 females available. Hello, just a few notes to consider. I place puppies in the order of deposits received. I do my best to meet every new family's request. My puppies are: socialized from birth( children, my other Berners & cats), raised in my kitchen, I sleep beside them for at least 4 weeks, weather permitting we spend a great amount of time outdoors working on potty training. Even though Bernese are a great family pet, you have to realize they are puppies! Puppies whine, have accidents, chew etc. Just like any breed there is a transition period..... It is up to new homes to continue socialization, training & patience.
Angus and Poppy's litter
Linda O.
Litter update on 25 Mar •Health Guarantee/Contract
Angus and Poppy's litter
Linda O.
Litter update on 25 Mar •Poppy & Angus puppies. 3 weeks tomorrow
Angus and Poppy's litter
Linda O.
Litter update on 25 Mar •Wednesday morning at the Milk bar. Poppy & Angus puppies. 3 weeks tomorrow
Angus and Poppy's litter
Linda O.
Litter update on 24 Mar •Pedigree: Poppy & Angus litter
Angus and Poppy's litter
Linda O.
Litter update on 24 Mar •Poppy and Angus
Angus and Poppy's litter
Parent dogs
Poppy, mom
Bernese Mountain Dog
About Poppy
Poppy is a female Bernese Mountain Dog about 5 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Linda decided to make her part of their program. Linda 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.
Uploaded health tests
DNA Profile.
Parent health testing
Great level
Emma-Mada's Old Thyme Berners 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)
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).
