Laurel Wood's Bernese Mountain Dogs
- Deep River, CT
Meet the breeder
I'm Laurel w., the breeder behind Laurel Wood's Bernese Mountain Dogs located in Deep River, CT. Our dogs are bred with a focus on health, temperament, and longevity. Each dog that is bred has been shown in the confirmation ring with an emphasis on achieving their AKC Championship. Our dogs live inside our home and are all well loved family pets, not just breeding dogs. Puppies are socialized and all health clearances have been conducted and are posted on Bernergarde data base.
Q. & A. with Laurel
Why did you start breeding?
It has been my life long dream. I worked in a vet clinic I went to vocational agriculture program in hsWhat makes your program special?
My dogs are my passion and I am most proud of my accomplishments , breeding top quality BMD’sWhere do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Laurel
Laurel has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.
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
Contract & health guarantee
Laurel 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 Laurel 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 Laurel 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 Laurel.
Breeder's location
Meet in Deep River, CT
311 miles away
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More about Laurel
Club memberships
Laurel is a member of BMDCNV and Bernese Mountain Dog Club of America, Inc..
Laurel has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Laurel was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Laurel is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Laurel Wood'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 health testing
Great level
Laurel Wood'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.
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), 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).
