Mini Bernedoodle F1B puppy
for sale in Tampa Bay
born 3/3/2023, Tri Colored

The Mini Bernedoodle F1B is a hybrid, designer breed of dog. Some people think the Bernedoodle is a cross between a Poodle and a Saint Bernard or a Border Collie. However, it's a cross between the Bernese Mountain Dog and the Poodle. The Mini Bernedoodle F1B is a first-generation cross between a Poodle or Bernese Mountain dog and a Bernedoodle. The first-generation cross between a Bernedoodle and a Poodle is more common than a first-generation cross between a Bernedoodle and a Bernese Mountain Dog. It is estimated that the puppies consist of 25 percent Bernese Mountain Dog and 75 percent mini Poodle. While it's still difficult to predict which traits the puppies will inherit from their parent breeds, it's more likely that they will be more like the Poodle than the Bernese Mountain Dog. 

Bernedoodles are also known as the Bernese Mountain Poo, Bernepoo, Bernesedoodle, and Bernesepoo. This breed was created as a companion dog most appropriate for families with children, active seniors, or singles, and a house with a yard is preferable. They are also highly adaptable and easygoing with an even temper and a calm manner. They tend to have a less energetic demeanor than Goldendoodles or Labradoodles. The best thing about Mini Bernedoodles is that they are a combination of the best attributes of the Poodle and the Bernese Mountain Dog. They inherit the intelligence and low shedding coat of the Mini Poodle and the easygoing and loyal nature of the Bernese Mountain Dog. 

The size of your dog depends on whether the Poodle parent was a tiny, miniature, or standard-sized Poodle. A Mini Bernedoodle will be 18 to 22 inches tall and weigh 25 to 49 pounds. Their life span is 12 to 18 years. Because they are a new breed, it's difficult to predict what your Bernedoodle will look like as an adult dog. They can have curly and wavy or straight coats (even though this is rare), and their colors can vary significantly. If they inherit the coloring of the Poodle parent, they can be all black, black and white, black and brown, or spotted. However, they will most likely inherit the tri-colored coat of the Bernese Mountain Dog, white, black, and brown. They are described as "shaggy teddy bears." 

As mixed breed dogs, they are generally healthy. These hybrid dogs tend to have "hybrid vigor," which means that they are only likely to inherit the health problems of the parent breeds if both parents carry the gene for a health problem. The Bernese Mountain Dog and the Poodle do not generally share the genetics for the same health problems. Therefore, the Bernedoodle tends to be healthier and live longer than its purebred parents. The mother of the Bernedoodle is always a Bernese Mountain Dog, while the father is a Poodle. 

The origins of designer breeds are often challenging to determine. It's unknown exactly when the first combination of a Poodle and Bernese Mountain Dog occurred; However, the breed of the Mini Bernedoodle was recently created. This makes making predictions of what your Bernedoodle will be like difficult. This mixed breed dog was first bred in 2003, specifically as a companion dog. Sherry Rupke of Swissridge Kennels in Canada claims to be the first breeder to intentionally breed the Poodle and Bernese Mountain Dog in 2003 to create this breed. 

Since this is a new hybrid breed, the Mini Bernedoodle is not recognized by the American Kennel Club. However, the breed is recognized in the Designer Breed Registry and in the International Designer Canine Registry. They are also recognized by the Designer Dogs Kennel Club and the American Canine Hybrid Club.  

The Mini Bernedoodle breed is known as friendly, playful, intelligent, affectionate, loyal, hardworking, and goofy dogs. It is a great family pet because they are great with children, but they will also be an excellent breed for singles. Since they are great with children, they are known as "babysitters with fur." They are playful dogs that enjoy romping in a yard, but they are equally happy cuddling with their human families. While they can be energetic and playful dogs, the Mini Bernedoodle is very gentle. Therefore, they are great around children and the elderly. Mini and Tiny Bernedoodles may be slightly more active than the Standard Bernedoodle. They also love to work, and they thrive with attention, so they make good therapy dogs as well.

The Mini Bernedoodle is a social dog that loves family time and attention; therefore, this may not be the right dog for you if you have limited time to spend with it. They are happiest when they are with their human family, whether it's inside watching TV on the couch or outside playing fetch, walking, or hiking. They do not do well being left alone for long periods since they thrive with the attention from their human family. Short shopping trips or appointments are optimal to avoid Separation Anxiety, which could lead to barking, chewing, hyperactivity, and accidents. The Mini Bernedoodle is also a vocal breed. They do not bark excessively or make a lot of noise, but they use different vocalizations to communicate with their human family.   

Of course, you cannot predict exactly which traits your Mini Bernedoodle will inherit from its respective parent breeds. The Mini Bernedoodle tends to inherit the best personality traits from its Poodle and Bernedoodle parents. The Mini Bernedoodle is a brilliant dog because it inherits its intelligence from its Poodle parent. The Mini Bernedoodle also inherits the Bernese Mountain Dog's nature to protect its territory. It's unlikely that they will be fierce or aggressive, but they are good guard dogs to protect their human family. 

The Mini Bernedoodle puppy can be stubborn, but they will usually grow out of this with age. Stubbornness seems to be more characteristic of the Tiny and Miniature Bernedoodles. As brilliant dogs, they are easily trained by owners who will be patient with them. Their intelligence allows them to learn commands and tricks quickly. 

Early socialization with the Mini Bernedoodle is important. While they are good with children and other dogs, early socialization will ensure that you will have a dog who remains calm and comfortable in new situations. Socialization is also important when they are puppies because they may inherit the Bernese Mountain Dog's tendency to be apprehensive around strangers, which could lead to skittishness. It's a good idea to begin exposing and socializing your puppy to new people and other dogs or pets early so that they remain well-behaved and calm when they encounter new people or other animals. To avoid anxiety or over-excitement when encountering new situations, it is also essential to get them accustomed to different sights, sounds, and places.   

In addition to the possibility of stubbornness, your Mini Bernedoodle may also inherit the Bernese Mountain Dog's tendency for sensitivity. While they are easy to train because of their intelligence and eager-to-please nature, training also requires patience, consistency, and positive reinforcement because of their sensitivity. If your Mini Bernedoodle inherits the higher energy of the Poodle parent and/or the stubbornness of the Bernese Mountain Dog, it will require more attention, more vigorous exercise, and especially patient training.     

Consistent training and socialization will prevent the development of any unwanted behaviors. Training is just as necessary as socialization because it provides the mental stimulation this intelligent breed needs to avoid depression and lethargy. The breed is eager-to-please its owners so that it quickly picks up on the boundaries set by its owners. To avoid the Mini Bernedoodle from getting bored with training, it's recommended to keep training sessions short and vary the activities.  

They are also known to be adaptable and generally easygoing. Mini Bernedoodles adapt well to apartment and city life. However, any sized Bernedoodle can adapt to any home, whether it's an apartment in a large city or a home with a lot of land in the countryside. The breed generally does not need a lot of personal space provided their moderate exercise needs are met, and they receive sufficient mental stimulation. However, a yard would be ideal for the Bernedoodle to burn off some energy, especially for the Mini Bernedoodle.  

The coat of the Mini Bernedoodle varies significantly between the coat of the Poodle and the coat of the Bernese Mountain dog. They usually have wavy or curly coats that do not shed much. However, the Mini Bernedoodle can also have the straighter coat of the Bernese Mountain Dog, which means that they would shed more than the wavy or curly Mini Bernedoodle coated dogs. The wavy or curly-coated Mini Bernedoodle is generally more hypoallergenic because it does not shed as much as other breeds, making it a good dog for people with moderate to severe allergies. The Mini Bernedoodle F1B coat is more likely to be non-shedding and hypoallergenic than other size Bernedoodles because they inherit a greater percentage of genes from the Poodle parent. They have a thick coat, which helps them do well in cold climates. The thick coat also protects them from the heat in warmer climates.  

Mini Bernedoodles with curlier coats is more difficult to maintain with grooming. They also shed less, which means that they need to be brushed more often to avoid matting. To avoid matting and tangles, brushing two to three times a week is recommended. The coat also needs to be trimmed every couple of months. How much the dog's coat should be trimmed depends on its activity level and your personal preferences. An outdoor, active Mini Bernedoodle should have a short clip to prevent matting. However, some Mini Bernedoodle owners prefer a fuller coat. Professional grooming is recommended every 8 - 12 weeks. However, clipping a puppy's coat before seven to nine months old can cause the fur to not grow properly for the rest of its life.   

The Mini Bernedoodle needs to be bathed every four to eight weeks. Over-bathing can dry the Mini Bernedoodle's skin and coat, causing itching or other skin irritations. It's recommended to clean their eyes and ears once a week and trim the nails whenever you bathe them. A regular brushing routine will also prevent tooth decay and cavities. It can also increase your dog's lifespan.

This is a fairly active breed that requires moderate exercise. Mini Bernedoodles tend to have higher energy levels, while the larger Bernedoodles tend to be more sedentary. They require at least one long walk a day. They love to play, run, hike, and walk with their human families. They may inherit the Poodle's love of fetching and swimming. Mini Bernedoodles adapt well to apartment living; however, they still require at least one long walk a day. The highly adaptable breed can match its human family's activity level and lifestyle as long as they get sufficient exercise and mental stimulation. Since they are highly intelligent dogs, mental stimulation is as important as physical exercise. Interactive and puzzle toys will assist with mental stimulation to avoid boredom. Another way to avoid boredom is to vary the activities you have with your Mini Bernedoodle, and you will develop a stronger bond with your dog. 

The Mini Bernedoodle is generally a healthy dog. They tend to be healthier than either the Poodle or the Bernese Mountain Dog. Since this is still a new breed, information regarding health remains limited. However, a good diet is always important to maintain your dog's health. Mini Bernedoodles should get food appropriate for smaller dogs. A Mini Bernedoodle should eat 800 to 1400 a day. Also, food appropriate to your Bernedoodle's life stage (puppy, adult, or senior) is always important. A combination of wet and dry food is recommended to avoid dental issues from the dry food and digestive issues from the wet food. Treats are great for training since Bernedoodles are usually trained easily; however, caution should always be used with treats to avoid excessive weight gain.