How much does a Bernese Mountain Dog cost? (+EXPENSES)

The average cost of a Bernese Mountain Dog is $1200 but the price can vary from $800 and go to as high as $3000 to $10,000 for superior Bernese puppy lines. However, this is only the initial cost of acquiring a puppy and does not account for the care cost and other expenses. 

Bernese Mountain Dog is large and gentle canines but getting and taking care of these puppies can be expensive. But for an endearing and good natured dog, to many dog lovers, this price may be worth it.

When people talk about the cost of this Mountain Dog, they mostly look at the price of acquiring the puppy.

There are extra costs and expenses that come with owning this giant pooch such as feeding costs, grooming costs, medical expenses, doggie supplies, and so on.

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We are going to cover the details of each of these costs, so, let us get right into it. 

Bernese Mountain Dog cost breakdown

You should note that the above table is just an estimate and the costs can be slightly lower or higher. 

How much does a Bernese Dog/Puppy cost?

Most Bernese Mountain dog puppies will cost around $1200 on average but some breeders can charge as low as $800 and as high as $10,000.

This cost will vary depending on the location, breeder, and other factors that we are going to look at.

You can also adopt a fully grown or puppy Bernese for between $100 and $400.

Adoption is arguable the best option of acquiring this dog as it not only helps you save money but the shelter also vaccinates the dog.

In most cases, the canine will also have basic obedience and house training at least and the canine will also get a full check-up before you take him home.

However, these dogs are not very common in rescue and adoption shelters. Finding a Bernese Mountain dog to adopt may take some time.

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Factors that affect the price of Bernese Sennenhund

Location

Depending on the location you are getting this dog from and the demand on this dog in that area the price may vary.

Therefore, the cost may be significantly higher in larger cities. But it is also worth noting that this dog is week suited for hot climate areas.

Pedigree

Depending on the pedigree and line of the Bernese dog the price may vary.

Puppy from superior lines (show lines) and pedigrees cost a lot with these puppies costing between $3000 to upwards of $10,000.

These lines are certified by major kennel clubs to make sure that they meet all breed standards and thus, the breeders charge more for them.

Age of the puppy

A Bernese puppy that is between 6 and 20 weeks will cost more than a puppy that is more than 6 months old.

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Vet and medical costs

The best way to deal with some of the common health issues is through regular vet check-ups. These checks up can cost between $40 and $90 per check-up but they come in really handy in detecting the issues early on.

Some of the common health issues with a Bernese Mountain Dog are; 

• Hip and elbow dysplasia
• Von Willebrand’s disease
• Progressive Retinal Atrophy
• Gastric Torsion
• Histiocytosis
• Entropion
• Sub-aortic stenosis

Treating these conditions can be expensive and detecting them early on can be helpful. So, here is a breakdown of how much each of these conditions costs to treat.

Bernese Mountain dog Treatment cost

Medical insurance

Since a Bernie can be prone to several health conditions, it would make sense to have medical insurance for this dog.

This can be very helpful, especially during emergencies and life-saving surgeries which as you can tell from the table above can get extremely pricey.

There is also a high chance that the Bernese Mountain Dog will have a long healthy life but it is always great to prepare in case of anything.

The average cost for a good dog medical insurance cover is around $60 per month but some can be as low as $20 and as high as $100 per month.

How much does it cost to feed a Bernese Mountain Dog?

Weighing around 90 pounds on average, the Bernese Sennenhund is large that will need to eat a lot too.

The annual cost for feeding this dog in a high-quality diet is about $900. This is about $75 per month to keep his energy levels high and keep him healthy.

Some tasty treats also come in handy for positive reinforces and will cost around $15 a month.

Grooming cost

You can decide to buy grooming supplies online or from your local pet store.

Grooming a Bernese Mountain dog yourself can save you some money and is also great for the bond between you and the dog.

However, even as you do this it is always important to visit the groomer at least twice a year.

A grooming session will cost between $50 and $100 depending on the amount of work you want done on the dog.

Training

Training is important and knowing how to train your Bernese puppy is crucial. At least knowing the basics of obedience and house training.

However, when it becomes a bit challenging to train this dog you may need assistance from an expert.

Group training lessons cost between $50 and $130 for about 5 weeks of 1-hour training sessions.

The good thing with training is that once your dog gets to know the basics the rest becomes much easier.

Here are some of our training guides that you may find helpful;

• How to potty train a dog or a puppy.
• Leash training guide.
• Puppy training schedule by age.

Doggie accessories costs

Bernese dog cost summary

Once you are done with the initial cost of buying a Bernese Mountain Dog, vaccination and training for the first year, the recurring care expenses lower.

To keep and care for a Bernese for the first year will be around $1800 and between $900 and $1200 for the following years.

So, before you commit to this dog, you should be sure that you can effectively take care of him.

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