Encore Bernese Mountain Dogs
Meet the breeder
I'm Lori D., the breeder behind Encore Bernese Mountain Dogs located in West Chicago, IL. When I bred it is to improve my line against the AKC standard. I look first to extend the life span of this beautiful breed. With longevity, comes health. I want an energetic and eager working dog that can pull a cart all day. Temperament is crucial; Berners are all-purpose companion dogs.
Q. & A. with Lori
Why did you start breeding?
My first Berner had renal dysplasia. This was devastating and propelled me into a new direction—preservation breeding.What makes your program special?
I take great care to learn as much as I can about possible breedings. I research the pedigrees and temperament of the dogs considered in my breeding program. Health, title, and certifications of my dogs and dogs I bred to can be found on Berner-Garde. It is my nature to want to share my knowledge and training tips with others. My puppies are my babies first, they will always be my family.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Lori
Lori 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 $3,400 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“All puppies are the same price. This price includes AKC registration and microchipping. Deposits are tiered payments for the pup. Details are in my contract.”
Contract & health guarantee
Lori 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 Lori 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 Lori 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 Lori.
Breeder’s location
Meet in West Chicago, IL
598 miles away
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More about Lori
Club memberships
Lori is a member of BMDCA, BMDCNI, Glenbard All Breed , Fox Valley Dog Training Club, and Lyons Township Dog Training Club.
Lori has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years
Lori was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Lori is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Encore 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 dogs
Lolita, mom
Bernese Mountain Dog
About Lolita
Lolita is a female Bernese Mountain Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lori decided to make her part of their program. Lori 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
Excellent level
Encore 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.
Brucellosis
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.
DNA Profile, 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).
