Holly Hill Berners
Meet the breeder
I'm Judy W., the breeder behind Holly Hill Berners located in Brevard, NC. We hold ourselves to the highest standard when it comes to our dogs. We take responsible breeding very seriously. Our goal is to breed healthy, happy dogs who will excel as companions and in performance sports. We breed on a very limited and selective basis, and we only breed dogs that meet our high standards for health, temperament and athleticism. We provide each of our dogs and puppies with the best care, and we ensure each pup that we don’t keep goes to a responsible, loving home.
Q. & A. with Judy
Why did you start breeding?
We started breeding Bernese Mountain Dogs because we believe that families deserve a Berner puppy who is bred with the highest standards for health, temperament, trainability and altheticism. Our goal is to provide families with loyal, fun companions and teammates who are physically fit and healthy so they can enjoy life to the fullest and participate in any activity.What makes your program special?
Our breeding program is unique as we are not only focused on breeding dogs that meet our strict health requirements, but also on the physical ability to participate in canine sports and activities requiring great health and physical fitness. We dedicate ourselves full-time to raising our puppies, to enable them to have the best start in life. We offer support for our families, being available to answer any questions or give advice for the life of the dog. We aim to make the transition for one of our pups to its new home as easy and seamless as possible.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Polo
Went homeMale
Bolt
Went homeMale
Greco
Went homeMale
Katie
Went homeFemale
Nadia
Went homeFemale
Babe
Went homeFemale
Archer
Went homeMale
Simone
Went homeFemale
Dash
Went homeMale
Misty May
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Judy
Judy 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 $2,300 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“This price reflects the extensive health testing and care we devote to our breeding dogs and their puppies. The price includes our 2-year health guarantee, AKC registration, microchip, initial vaccinations, de-worming and examination by a licensed veterinarian. It also includes our puppy package which includes a collar and leash, puppy food, a toy and a blanket with their littermates and mother's scent. Deposits are taken only at the time when a puppy is matched and held for a particular home. At this time, the deposit is non-refundable.”
Contract & health guarantee
Judy 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 Judy 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 Judy 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
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Judy.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Brevard, NC
4459 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Asheville Airport
4442 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Judy can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Judy
Club memberships
Judy is a member of Hendersonville Kennel Club and Blue Ridge Agility Club.
Certifications & recognitions
Puppy Culture Breeder, Agility Trial Trainer, CHIC Certified, Licensed Veterinarian.
Judy has been a member of Good Dog for almost 2 years
Judy was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Judy’s links
Judy is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Holly Hill 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
Parent dogs
Lola, mom
Bernese Mountain Dog
About Lola
Lola is a beautiful, active, sweet and loving dog. She has a gorgeous shiny coat, with little undercoat which greatly reduces shedding. She is a star athlete and competes in dog agility. She is very eager to please and easy to train. She is a big cuddler and formed strong bonds with the family. Her enthusiastic greetings when we return home are endearing. Lola loves children, adults and other animals. She adores playing ball, hiking, swimming, playing with other dogs.
Excellent health testing
DNA Profile, OFA/CHIC DNA Repository, +7 more.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Holly Hill 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), 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).
