Bernese Mountain Dog: Quick Facts

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Also Known As	Bernese • Berners

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A Bernese mountain dog with a black, white, and brown coat lies on green grass with its tongue out, trees visible in the background.

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Close-up of a Bernese mountain dog with a black, white, and brown coat, mouth open and tongue visible, against a blurred green background.

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