Club Membership

Overview of our club outlining the various sections and activities, many of which have their own sections within this web site. Membership of our friendly, approachable club is open to anyone interested in Bernese Mountain Dogs, you don’t even need to own a Bernese! Membership is NOT all about showing, you  receive discounts on a variety of club activities, messages about events and activities as well as hard copies of our magazines and handbook through the post.

The twice yearly Garden Party based week-ends are open to all, even before you have a Bernese, and a great place to start your club experience. Apply Here

Club Events

Our annual events are now  condensed into two long Bank Holiday week-ends and located centrally in Northamptonshire. These 2 events include 3 shows, 2 ‘garden parties’ which include working events carting, obedience, agility and many fun events. Each has evening events to keep the enjoyment flowing especially for those who choose to camp on site  for an extended week-end. All club members, and any interested parties, with or without dogs, are welcome to club events, to experience our wonderful breed and learn about them. There are chances to buy Bernese themed memorabilia, join in events or simply watch Bernese having a day out with their families.

Bernese Health

Bernese, like all breeds,  have their health problems but the chance of some of them occurring can either be removed or reduced with good breeding practices. You can also read about the breed’s health history, ongoing concerns, available tests and looking forward at the future well being of Bernese in Britain.

Health isn’t the only Bernese area of interest but it is certainly an important one that all prospective and current owners and especially breeders should have good awareness of.

Considering a Bernese ?

Essential advice and information for those considering a Bernese Mountain Dog. Is a Bernese right for you?  What do you need to think about? How can you find out more? Where can you meet some Bernese? Ideally get to one of our events and at the Garden Parties, as well as meet Bernese and their families who will be happy to share their experiences and advice.

also Bernese do not automatically reach their potential just because they have the right genes. Like all breeds, good experiences, training and behaviour guidance are needed, so make sure you know your responsibility BEFORE you arrive home with your puppy.  

Rescue & ReHoming

Our club’s Rescue and Rehoming branch helps to re-home dogs and help Bernese in need. If you have any problems  with your Bernese and Rescue might be able to help, please get in touch in complete confidence. Sometimes training advice can be all that is needed and Rescue is there to help the dog, not to judge you, people’s circumstances can change.

As well as people willing to take a Bernese in need into their lives, or foster one needing a temporary helping hand, there are numerous other ways people can help with the practicalities of Rescue and help is often needed.  Usually this help starts with a friendly chat so please get in touch.

Carting with Bernese

Carting is our breed’s signature activity and, whilst not absolutely unique to Bernese, both the Swiss and the fun themes of carting are well established stalwarts of many club events and away from the clubs, Bernese carting adds tradition, colour and spectacle to any event. Just about any Bernese could be a carting dog, including YOURS  and the vast majority really enjoy pulling their carts and are better dogs for it. You and they will receive lots of welcome attention as you add a really enjoyable aspect to your Bernese ownership.