I'm Denise V., the breeder behind Van Amburgh Family Farm - Bernese Mountain Dogs located in Waco, TX. Our dogs are bred for health and temperament with a focus on conformation, athleticism and intelligence. They are all out of champion bloodlines. We are dedicated to providing our families with wonderful, healthy family pets. Most of our dogs have all been through dog therapy training as well as off leash training.
Q. & A. with Denise
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Denise
Denise 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 between $1,500 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes the guarantee, AKC registration, first and second round of vaccinations, deworming and puppy socialization. All puppies are the same price whether male or female. Blue eyed puppies are more whether male or female. The all come with limited AKC registration or can purchase full AKC registration.”
Contract & health guarantee
Denise 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 Denise 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 Denise directly.
Van Amburgh Family Farm - 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
Izzy, mom
Bernese Mountain Dog
About Izzy
Izzy is a female Bernese Mountain Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Denise decided to make her part of their program. Denise 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.
Annie, mom
Bernese Mountain Dog
About Annie
Annie is a female Bernese Mountain Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Denise decided to make her part of their program. Denise 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.
Maverick, dad
Bernese Mountain Dog
About Maverick
Maverick is a male Bernese Mountain Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Denise decided to make him part of their program. Denise 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.
Brodie, dad
Bernese Mountain Dog
About Brodie
Brodie is a male Bernese Mountain Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Denise decided to make him part of their program. Denise 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.
Maverick, dad
Bernese Mountain Dog
About Maverick
Maverick is a male Bernese Mountain Dog over 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Denise decided to make him part of their program. Denise 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.
Sasha, mom
Bernese Mountain Dog
About Sasha
Sasha is a female Bernese Mountain Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Denise decided to make her part of their program. Denise 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.
Sophia, mom
Bernese Mountain Dog
About Sophia
Sophia is a female Bernese Mountain Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Denise decided to make her part of their program. Denise 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.
Holly, mom
Bernese Mountain Dog
About Holly
Holly is a female Bernese Mountain Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Denise decided to make her part of their program. Denise 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.
Tucker, dad
Bernese Mountain Dog
About Tucker
Tucker is a male Bernese Mountain Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Denise decided to make him part of their program. Denise 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.
Heidi, mom
Bernese Mountain Dog
About Heidi
Heidi is a female Bernese Mountain Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Denise decided to make her part of their program. Denise 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.
Maddie, mom
Bernese Mountain Dog
About Maddie
Maddie is a female Bernese Mountain Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Denise decided to make her part of their program. Denise 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
Great level
Van Amburgh Family Farm - 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 (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 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.
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.
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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Denise to bring home their puppies.
Michael F.
Verified owner · June 2022
It was the best experience ever! The puppy was so well socialized and adjusted. I would highly recommend anyone to get a puppy from Denise!