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MahaRaja Bernese
Meet the breeder
I'm Carol Lynn F., the breeder behind MahaRaja Bernese located in Charlotte, NC. We are preservation breeders that breed to the written standard. Our dogs are bred to produce healthy, sound, and versatile pups. Our ultimate goal is to produce healthy and well-structured canines that can excel within various performance venues and have the ability to be the greatest family companions. By creating an environment of health and harmony for young puppies, we believe we are able to give each little pup the very best chance to reach its potential, express its best character, and bring forth its greatest gifts in the relationship with itself and to its family.
Q. & A. with Carol Lynn
Why did you start breeding?
We want to do our part to better the breed. Our breeding program strives to maintain the unique characteristics of the Bernese Mountain Dog while placing an emphasis on producing puppies of superior health, temperament, and breed standards. We are passionate about our dogs and have built that love and respect for the breed into every aspect of our program.What makes your program special?
MahaRaja Bernese is committed to only breeding dogs that we feel are excellent representations of their standard and will make a positive contribution to their breed and to the families who love them. We care deeply about our dogs and puppies, and we do everything we can to ensure they get the best lives possible. That includes everything from choosing healthy parents with good temperaments, to proper socialization and daily care, to placing them in loving homes with wonderful families. We strive to provide each of our puppies and their families with a truly positive experience. We love what we do and truly want the very best for our puppies and their forever families!Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Carol Lynn
Carol Lynn 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 $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes AKC registration, first round of distemper parvo vaccinations, first deworming if necessary and microchip. ”
Contract & health guarantee
Carol Lynn 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 Carol Lynn 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 Carol Lynn 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 Carol Lynn.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Charlotte, NC
4377 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Concord-Padgett Airport
4371 miles away
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More about Carol Lynn
Club memberships
Carol Lynn is a member of Piedmont Bernese Mountain Dog Club of SC and Bernese Mountain Dog Club of America, Inc..
Carol Lynn has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Carol Lynn was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Carol Lynn’s links
Carol Lynn is a trusted Good Dog breeder
MahaRaja Bernese 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
Zeppelin, mom
Bernese Mountain Dog
About Zeppelin
Zeppelin is a female Bernese Mountain Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Carol Lynn decided to make her part of their program. Carol Lynn 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.
Simba, dad
Bernese Mountain Dog
About Simba
Simba is a male Bernese Mountain Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Carol Lynn decided to make him part of their program. Carol Lynn 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
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
MahaRaja Bernese 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 (Preliminary), 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 (Preliminary), 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.
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA)
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
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).
