Breed Standards for the Bernese mountain dog
General Appearance and Coat: Its
thick coat is moderately long, and slightly wavy or straight,
providing insulation from the cold
Head and Neck: Well defined
stop, skull flat, ears medium sized, triangular with rounded tips,
hanging close to the head
Front Quarters: Feet round
Hind Quarters: Tail bushy,
carried low
Gait and Movement: Its
natural working gait is a slow trot, but with good reach and drive
Characteristics:
Tri-colored; black with tan markings and white flashings
Temperament: It’s
sensitive, loyal, and extremely devoted. It is gentle with children
and often reserved with strangers. It generally gets along with
other pets.