Honeybear Berners
Meet the breeder
I'm Elaine S., the breeder behind Honeybear Berners located in Morris, IL. Honeybear Berners prioritizes the needs of our Bernese Mountain Dogs first. We want our dogs to thrive. Honeybear Berners has built its reputation on being among the very best breeders in the Chicago area, striving successfully to improve the breed gene pool for over 30 years.
Q. & A. with Elaine
Why did you start breeding?
My husband and I bought a Bernese Mountain Dog and became interested in conformation showing. We joined the Wisconsin Berner club and were hooked. I have learned so much about the Bernese Mountain Dog breed, I wanted to take my passion and knowledge and put it toward bettering the breed.What makes your program special?
I am fortunate that many of my dogs are in the pedigrees of Best in Show dogs, National Specialty winners, and agility performance dogs, in addition to many of my dogs living 10 years or more. I am known for always working for longevity and improved health. I am always there for my puppy people through good times and sad times.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Elaine
Elaine 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 $2,200 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“All of our puppies are one price. A deposit is only taken after the buyer meets the litter and we decide that our puppy would be a good fit for the buyer.”
Contract & health guarantee
Elaine 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 Elaine 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 Elaine 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 Elaine.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Morris, IL
More about Elaine
Club memberships
Elaine is a member of Bernese Mountain Dog Club of Northeastern Illinois Education Chair, Bernese Mountain Dog Club of Southeastern WI, and Bernese Mt Dog Club of America.
Elaine has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years
Elaine was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Elaine’s links
Elaine is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Honeybear 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 health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Honeybear 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.
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).
