Wilderness Way Berners
- Hutchinson, KS
- Responds within a day
Meet the breeder
I'm Lauren S., the breeder behind Wilderness Way Berners located in Hutchinson, KS. We acquired our first Berner in 2009 & were instantly in love. We are motivated by high quality breeding of these wonderful dogs so that we can provide the opportunity for that same experience for other families. Our pups have become AKC Champions, companions, and therapy dogs.
Q. & A. with Lauren
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and a kennel on my property.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Aspen
Went homeFemale
Tulip
Went homeFemale
Brown Sugar
Went homeFemale
Bunyan
Went homeMale
Clover
Went homeFemale
Willie
Went homeMale
Sage
Went homeMale
Oscar
Went homeMale
Teal
Went homeFemale
Brown
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 1 -- Black
Went homeMale
Boy 3 - Red
Went homeMale
Girl 5 - Purple/Lime
Went homeFemale
Girl 4 - Yellow
Went homeFemale
Girl 1 - Cream
Went homeFemale
Boy 2 - Gray
Went homeMale
Boy 4 - Sage
Went homeMale
Girl 2 - Hearts
Went homeFemale
Girl 3 - Pink
Went homeFemale
Love Bug
Went homeFemale
Jules
Went homeFemale
Cream
Went homeFemale
Pink
Went homeFemale
Helen
Went homeFemale
Red
Went homeFemale
Magnum
Went homeMale
Dudley
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Lauren
Lauren 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 $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“This price is for AKC Limited Registration. Includes deworming, first vaccinations, microchipping, vet exam and health certification documentation for travel. We also include a one year health guarantee. Deposits hold your place in line to choose your puppy. They are non-refundable but can be rolled forward to another litter.”
Contract & health guarantee
Lauren 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 Lauren 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 Lauren 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
Enrichment & socialization
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Daily handling
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- Puppy starter kit
- Initial potty training
- Food & treats
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Lauren.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Hutchinson, KS
1105 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport (was Wichita Mid-Continent Airport)
1083 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Lauren can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Lauren
Club memberships
Lauren is a member of Hutchinson Kennel Club.
Certifications & recognitions
Associate Dog Trainer, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..
Lauren has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Lauren was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Lauren’s links
Lauren is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Wilderness Way 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
Tikka, mom
Bernese Mountain Dog
About Tikka
Tikka is a sensitive, affectionate girl who would live every minute right by our side, if she could. A blocky build and wavy coat add physical beauty to her beautiful spirit. Tikka's dam was our girl, Daisy, and her sire, Gunnar, was one of our very first Berners. He lived to 11 yr. old and had excellent longevity that we are hoping will be passed on through Tikka. He was also our certified Therapy Dog and has definitely passed on that sensitivity to Tikka. Tikka has great health testing results and has proven herself to be a great mom to her puppies.
Great health testing
OFA Auscultation, Cardiologist, von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I), +5 more.
Chester, dad
Bernese Mountain Dog
About Chester
Chester is always on board for an adventure and loves to go to town with us. At home he loves to play with the cats. Wonderful European lines and good health testing results support his handsome looks. This is Chester's first litter and we're excited to see what he can produce.
Uploaded health tests
von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), +3 more.
Daisy, mom
Bernese Mountain Dog
About Daisy
Daisy has a very thick, blocky build and is on the larger size at 115 lbs. She is calm, loves everyone she meets, and is happy just to hang out with her people.
Uploaded health tests
von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), +2 more.
Henry, dad
Bernese Mountain Dog
About Henry
His eyes say, "I love you! Let's play." Henry adores your attention and is equally happy playing, hanging out, or going for a car ride. His coat is wavy and thick.
Uploaded health tests
von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), +2 more.
Hawken, mom
Bernese Mountain Dog
About Hawken
Hawken has exceptional conformation and movement. She has a wonderful straight coat that is light to moderate in thickness. Very happy and ready to please, she is an absolute joy to watch and be with.
Uploaded health tests
von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), +4 more.
Ruger, dad
Bernese Mountain Dog
About Ruger
Ruger is a male Bernese Mountain Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Lauren decided to make him part of their program. Lauren 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
von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), +2 more.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Wilderness Way Berners 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), Cardiac Evaluation
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.
Canine Good Citizen (CGC)
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 Profile, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1B), Bernese Mountain Dog Type, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I)
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).
