Joan's Bernese Mountain Dogs
Meet the breeder
I'm Joan R., the breeder behind Joan's Bernese Mountain Dogs located in Ferrum, VA. Our goal has always been to produce good-natured Bernese with an emphasis on health and longevity. We take every measure possible to ensure that our breeding dogs are free from hereditary disorders. We birth quality puppies that will be valued members of your family. All Eventide puppies are born and raised in our home and are well socialized by the time they are offered for adoption.
Q. & A. with Joan
Why did you start breeding?
I have been showing and breeding purebred Egyptian Arabian horses since 1973 so I am very familiar with excellent breeding practices. I have always loved the Bernese breed and the appropriate time in my life came in 2005 when I was able to begin stepping back from horses and focus on founding a reputable dog breeding program.What makes your program special?
I have been importing from the finest bloodlines in Europe including, Ukraine, Slovenia, Belarus and most recently from Italy. The parents of the dogs that I import are all international champions and have passed the most rigorous health testing. We feel that the European bloodlines tend to be more vigorous with better health and a longer life expectancy.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are black rust and white. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Joan
Joan 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 refundable deposit and between $2,500 - $3,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes the guarantee, AKC registration, first round of vaccinations, deworming, and puppy socialization. It is a good-faith place holder to guarantee the puppy of your choice is set aside for you until the time of pick up. I always take the best interest of the puppy at heart. If you feel you are not a good match, I am happy to take the puppy back.”
Contract & health guarantee
Joan 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 Joan 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 Joan 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
- Vet records
Extras
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Puppy starter kit
- Initial potty training
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Joan.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Ferrum, VA
205 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Flexible meeting point
Joan can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Joan
Joan has been a member of Good Dog for 6 months
Joan was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Joan’s links
Joan is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Joan's 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
Romeo, dad
Bernese Mountain Dog
About Romeo
Romeo is a beautiful boy with an impeccable pedigree having parents who are international champions.
Uploaded health tests
DNA Profile, von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I), +2 more.
Solveig, mom
Bernese Mountain Dog
About Solveig
Solveig is a female Bernese Mountain Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Joan decided to make her part of their program. Joan 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
Joan's 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.
DNA Disease Panel, 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).
