I'm Shannon S., the breeder behind Hudson Valley Berners located in Marlboro, NY. AKC Bernese Mountain Dog breeder in the Hudson Valley. Our dogs are imported from Europe with championship lineage. We provide family-raised Bernese Mountain Dogs and puppies, with a strong emphasis on socialization, temperament, and health. Our puppies are carefully bred to be ideal family companions.
Q. & A. with Shannon
Why did you start breeding?
Our love for Bernese Mountain Dogs began when our first Berner joined our family. We were captivated by their calm, loyal nature and their undying devotion.
We quickly recognized how important responsible breeding is to maintain and improve their health, temperament, and longevity. We decided to embark on a journey to give back to this remarkable breed by focusing on ethical, careful breeding practices. Our goal is to ensure future generations of Bernese Mountain Dogs thrive, bringing joy to families while preserving the qualities that make them so unique.
What makes your program special?
Our puppies are born and raised right inside our home. They are well socialized and the entire family gets involved. Our children are 3, 9 & 12 and make sure the pups are overly spoiled and the perfect playmates by the time they leave us. Bonding is such an important part in owning a well trained, socialized dog.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include tri-color, black rust and white, and black and rust. 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.
Bear
Went home
Male
Sassy
Went home
Female
Blitz
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Shannon
Shannon 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 $3,400 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Non refundable money order of $500. Also includes 1st & 2nd round of shots & dewormed. Deposit will be $500 by Check and or Money Order. The remaining balance will be due upon pickup.”
Contract & health guarantee
Shannon 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 Shannon 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 Shannon directly.
Hudson Valley 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
Cesaro, dad
Bernese Mountain Dog
About Cesaro
Cesaro is a male Bernese Mountain Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Shannon decided to make him part of their program. Shannon 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.
Bella, mom
Bernese Mountain Dog
About Bella
Bella is a female Bernese Mountain Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Shannon decided to make her part of their program. Shannon 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
Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.