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ladies and Gentlemen let's dive into the
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world of Bernie Mountain Dogs if you're
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thinking about adopting one of these
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gentle Giants buckle up because I'm
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about to lay out the 12 pros and cons of
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owning a Bernie Mountain Dog this is
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like a roller coaster ride through the
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Swiss Alps thrilling beautiful and maybe
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just a little scary Pros one gentle
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Giants first off let's talk about their
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size Bernie's mountain dogs are big like
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I hope my house can handle this big but
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don't let that intimidate you they're
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known for their gentle nature you could
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have a toddler climbing all over them
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and they just wag their tails like more
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hugs please two familyfriendly these
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dogs are fantastic family pets they're
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like that lovable Uncle who shows up at
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family gatherings with snacks and
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stories they get along well with kids
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and other animals making them perfect
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for households that resemble a circus
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companions burners are all about love
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they'll follow you around the house like
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your Shadow always ready for a cuddle
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session or a belly rub if you're looking
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for a dog that thinks you're the best
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thing since sliced bread this is it four
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intelligent and trainable these pups are
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smart cookies they rank high on the
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intelligence scale which means they can
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learn commands quickly but beware they
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can also be stubborn think of them as
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that friend who's always got a better
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idea but still wants to tag along five
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beautiful appearance let's not forget
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how stunning they are with their
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tricolor coats and striking features
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burners are like walking pieces of art
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you'll feel like you're taking a
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masterpiece for a stroll every time you
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great Watchdogs their size makes them
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natural protectors a Bernese mountain
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dog will alert you to any Intruders with
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a bark that says hey you don't belong
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here but don't worry they're not
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aggressive unless they feel their family
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is threatened seven loyal to a fault
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these dogs are fiercely loyal they'll be
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your best friend through thick and thin
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always ready to defend you from the
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vacuum cleaner or that suspicious
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squirrel in the yard eight good
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temperament generally speaking they have
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a calm demeanor that makes them great
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therapy dogs their Gentle Spirit can
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provide comfort in stressful
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situations a furry therapist ready to
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listen without judgment
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cons now let's flip the coin and explore
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some challenges that come with owning a
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Bernie Mountain Dog one short lifespan
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unfortunately these beautiful creatures
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don't live as long as we'd like
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typically around 6 to 9 years that's not
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much time to spend with your new best
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friend so cherish every moment two heavy
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shedding get ready for some serious
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shedding these dogss have thick double
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coats that shed like confetti at a
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parade especially during changing
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seasons if you hate dog hair on your
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clothes or Furniture this might not be
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the breed for you three health issues
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like many large breeds burners are prone
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to health problems such as hip dysplasia
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and certain cancers regular vet visits
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are essential consider it part of your
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new budget alongside dog food and chew
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toys four exercise requirements these
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dogs need plenty of exercise to stay
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happy and healthy if you're not into
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long walks or hikes every day think
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twice before bringing one home otherwise
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they might start redecorating your
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living room out of boredom five space
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needs bernes mountain dogs aren't ideal
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for apartment living unless you have an
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indoor gym they need space to stretch
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their legs and do their giant dog things
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without knocking over lamps or small
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children six training challenges while
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they're intelligent training can be a
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challenge due to their independent
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streak you'll need patience think of it
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as training a teenager who thinks they
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know everything seven drooling issues
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let's talk drool these dogs can produce
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enough slobber to fill a kitty pool if
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you're squeamish about doggy drool or
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have nice furniture keep some towels
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handy because it's going to get messy
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eight not great in heat they were bred
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for cold climates hot weather is not
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their friend if you live in an area
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where summer means melting asphalt
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consider how well your burner will
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handle the heat before making the leap
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in conclusion owning a bernes mountain
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dog is like having a giant teddy bear
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that also happens to be your protector
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and best friend they bring joy and
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laughter into your life but come with
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their own set of challenges that require
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commitment and understanding so if
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you're ready for this adventure filled
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with love loyalty and maybe a little
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chaos along the way then welcome This
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Magnificent breed into your home just
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remember it's not just about having a
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dog it's about embracing an entire
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lifestyle filled with fur and fun thank
