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The BMDCR has two official means of informing the public and its members about Berner litters; the litter referral list and the Mountain Dog Messenger litter box advertisements. Breeders may choose to list their litters in either or both ways or they may choose not to participate at all. Prospective buyers should be aware that many litters in and around Colorado are never listed.  Please see the buyers guide for a complete discussion of purchasing a Berner and additional hints on finding a breeder.

The BMDCR's requirements for listing a litter are designed to encourage breeders to research their matings and share information about their dogs.   The rules specifically avoid dictating to breeders what they can and cannot breed and therefore do not guarantee the quality of the puppies.  The Bernese Mountain Dog Club of the Rockies does not endorse, recommend, or evaluate breeders or their dogs.

Breeder Referral Requirements

• The breeder of the litter or stud dog owner must be a voting member of the BMDCR in good standing or have the sponsorship of two voting members in good standing.
• Both the sire and dam of the litter must be registrable with the American Kennel Club.
• Both the sire and dam must have been evaluated by either the GDC, OFA, or appropriate foreign registry  for both hip and elbow dysplasia.   Preliminary evaluations are not acceptable.  There is no requirement that the dogs pass or receive numbers.
• The puppies must be sold with a health guarantee subject to a veterinarians exam within 48 hours of sale.
• Both the sire and dam must be entered in the Berner-Garde.
• The Breeder must provide a complete litter entry to the Berner-Garde.

Please call the BMDCR Public Education/Breeder Referral contact for the names and phone numbers of club members who are on the litter list.   The best time to call is between 7:00 and 9:00 in the evening.

Philip Shaffer
303-526-1365

Referral Registration

BMDCR members who wish to list their litter should download the Breeder Referral application form and send it it to the breeder referral chairperson or they may fill out the on line form