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Willow Creek Bernese Mountain Dogs
Meet the breeder
I'm Ted and Jan W., the breeder behind Willow Creek Bernese Mountain Dogs located in Lincoln, MT. Our dogs are bred for health, temperament, and intelligence. We strive to produce the best overall pets and family members. We provide families with adorable, healthy, and loving new furry family members! We make sure our pups are socialized and ready to cuddle the moment they get into your arms.
Q. & A. with Ted and Jan
Why did you start breeding?
Always been a fan of the breed and we live in Montana, the perfect place to be raising these large dogs that love the snow. The colder it is, the better they like it.What makes your program special?
Our attention to quality through using health certifications and genetic testing to make sure we are breeding the very best dogs.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Brownie
Went homeFemale
Swissie
Went homeMale
Yellow
Went homeFemale
Grey
Went homeFemale
Orange
Went homeMale
Red
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Ted and Jan
Ted and Jan 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
Connect with Ted and Jan to learn more details about pricing.
“AKC registration papers, AKC Pedigree, 1st vaccinations, deworming, dewclaws done. There is a to go bag for the puppy with a new collar, a small supply of the current diet and chew ring and a few clean up items for the trip. The deposit holds the puppy for that person. A refund depends on the situation.”
Contract & health guarantee
Ted and Jan 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 Ted and Jan 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 Ted and Jan 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 Ted and Jan.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Lincoln, MT
1844 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Great Falls Airport
1785 miles away
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More about Ted and Jan
Ted and Jan has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Ted and Jan was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Ted and Jan’s links
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Ted and Jan is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Willow Creek 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
Bella, mom
Bernese Mountain Dog
About Bella
Bella is a female Bernese Mountain Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Ted and Jan decided to make her part of their program. Ted and Jan 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
Willow Creek 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.
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).
