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FiveStar BMDs
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Meet the breeder
I'm Carol B., the breeder behind FiveStar BMDs located in Redwood City, CA. My focus is on maintaining the Bernese Mountain Dog standard by raising structurally sound, well tempered and healthy pups. I am a small breeder allowing me to give each of my puppies, dogs, and breedings the proper care and attention they each deserve. I am dedicated to providing happy, healthy, and well-socialized pups for others to welcome into their family. I love my pups and know you will love them, too!
Q. & A. with Carol
Why did you start breeding?
On a drunken moment! Just kidding. My stud dog, who was nationally ranked, was used at stud on a few occasions. After I retired him, I then started breeding. I did not breed when he was showing as I traveled everywhere with him although I had very reputable handlers. I did not think it would be fair to a litter of puppies to have a litter and be on the show trailWhat makes your program special?
My puppy families.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and guardian homes.
Getting a puppy from Carol
Carol 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 non-refundable deposit and $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The prices includes the guarantee, AKC registration, vaccinations, de-worming, and a wellness exam. All my puppies are the same price.”
Contract & health guarantee
Carol 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 Carol 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 Carol 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 Carol.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Redwood City, CA
5689 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at San Francisco Airport
5683 miles away
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More about Carol
Club memberships
Carol is a member of Bernese Mountain Dog Club of America, Inc..
Carol has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Carol was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Carol’s links
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Carol is a trusted Good Dog breeder
FiveStar BMDs 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
Good level
FiveStar BMDs 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.
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1B), Bernese Mountain Dog Type, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), 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).
