Here we will attempt to answer some commonly asked questions regarding Bernedoodles.  We understand that you are very curious and soaking up a lot of information about the breed.  We will do our best to arm you with some basic understandings and offer you access to our Facebook group which contains more meaningful information and honest answers directly from our Rocky Mountain Bernedoodle owners.  We are happy to be a resource for you, so please let us know if you have any lingering concerns about a Bernedoodle fitting into your family.

Are Bernedoodles Good with Young Kids? 
Babysitters with fur are the best! Our Bernedoodles make excellent companions to children. We often find that they have a special inclination towards little people and will temper their energy accordingly. Adding a fantastic layer to your baby's world, owning pets is proven to positively affect a child's life - warding off feelings of loneliness, anxiety, and teaching them valuable lessons of compassion and empathy. Although, we can't promise that they won't get into a little mischief together - we can promise that your Bernedoodle will be your child's best friend and happily clean-up any spilled food during meal time. 

Waitlist Process

​Rocky Mt Bernedoodles can not guarantee colors of puppies. We strive to produce healthy, happy puppies with wonderful temperaments.  Color is a bonus! We are a family breeder, and raise all dogs and puppies in an environment without kennels or cages.  We produce a limited quantity of puppies each year and employ a waitlist for those who desire a Bernedoodle from Rocky Mountain Bernedoodles. ​Our puppies are very popular the waitlist for a Tricolor Bernedoodle of any variety is now several months. If you are open to gender or color, your wait may be significantly less.

We have situations where a family on our deposit list may forgo on a pup in a litter because they have their hearts set on a certain look. We breed for health and temperament over specific appearance - although we can typically ensure an adorable outcome! In these scenarios, a pup may be available much sooner and will be advertised on our Facebook page and website.  For updates, please “like” our page and you will be informed if we have a puppy that is immediately available.  
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​​We have a master waitlist for each type of litter produced.  To secure your place on a list, you will need to fill out a puppy application and remit a deposit.  If you have questions or concerns, do not feel you need to fill out the puppy application to approach us.  We are happy to be a resource and answer any lingering questions. Once Rocky Mountain has received your application and deposit you will be added to the master deposit list by size. We have a micro mini list, mini list and standard list.   For the privacy of our clients, these lists are unpublished and managed internally. For more details on our Deposit Waitlist, please see here. 

Puppy Picks

Rocky Mountain Bernedoodles will post pictures of puppies in each litter, at newborn, 2 weeks, 4 weeks, and 6 weeks. These pictures are showcased on the "Current Litters" section of the website.  We also typically post them on our Facebook page, so make sure to "like" us and follow along as they grow! We operate the waiting list in order of deposits received. When it is your turn to choose a puppy, We prefer to communicate using email, please let us know if you're email address changes. Rocky Mtn Bernedoodles will give you 24 hours to make your selection. To ease the anxiety of the other families waiting their turn, we feel this is adequate time to make your decision. ​

New Puppy Facts

Vaccinations
Your puppy will receive their first and second set of core vaccines from us. Typically the third set of vaccinations is given 3 – 4 weeks after the second set of shots. Vets can vary slightly in their opinions on vaccination schedule so we suggest you talk to your vet during your initial “check up” to determine when your pup needs their third set of shots. Your health record will have all the info you need as far as what’s been given so far; be sure to take it with you to your first visit!
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Microchip
We will be mailing you microchip information shortly after you pick your puppy. There will be a registration envelope and stickers with your puppy’s registration # on them. You will also find I have put a sticker with the microchip number on your contract, and on the registration envelope. You will need to:
a. Complete the registration online.  https://buddyid.com/register - You should do this ASAP!
b. File the extra ID stickers where you can refer to them, along with the health record taped to your pups crate.
c. Your pups microchip is located just under the skin, between the shoulder blades. You usually cannot feel it.
​
Food
​The pups are being fed Paw tree chicken and oatmeal. There are instructions for how much to feed your puppy on the bag based on age and weight.  Your pup will be used to eating twice / day; at 6:30 am and 6:30 pm.  You can vary that to fit with your schedule.  If you want to change your puppy’s food to a different brand, do it slowly to avoid diarrhea and / or an upset stomach.  We recommend transitioning slowly –  over 1 week.  They drink water (no milk).  Of course how you feed your pup is up to you – but please keep it healthy! Your vet can offer guidance on healthy diets for your dog.
​
Toys
There have been some articles lately on the nylon bones – dogs have chewed and ingested part of them and the shards of nylon are sharp and can penetrate the intestine. We recommend avoiding nylon bones. Also, fabric stuffed toys that your puppy can tear and pull the stuffing out of should be avoided for now.  Rope toys, hard rubber toys, and generally toys that they cannot eat will work best. Mostly just keep an eye on them so they don’t get themselves into trouble! For some helpful suggestions on toys and chews, please see our Shopping List. 
​
Crating and Sleep
Your pup will have spent time in their crate and should be familiar with it. This doesn’t mean they won’t cry while in the crate; especially those first few nights.  Crating your pup at night and while you are gone is really a very good habit. The pup learns this is their safe zone and typically they enjoy their crate. It also keeps them out of trouble while you are gone or sleeping. We urge you to stick with the crate – even if the first few days are difficult. We like this video.
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It’s also true that most puppies / dogs will not go to the bathroom in their crate. Of course there can be accidents. Don't leave food in the crate with your pup; remember the food in / poop out rule. We also do not put water in the crate unless they are going to be in there for a few hours. Then we leave the minimum amount you think they will need; that way they won’t over drink and hopefully can hold their pee until you let them out!

As far as house-breaking your pup, taking your pup out frequently, and using consistent terminology to encourage your pup to go is helpful.  Give lots of praise when the pup does pee or poop outside.  Don’t scold your pup if you find pee or poop inside unless you catch them in the act. Typically scolding when you find an old accident is meaningless to them as they don’t associate the scolding with the act of having gone to the bathroom unless it's real-time. For recommendations on crates, please see our Shopping List. 

Do Bernedoodles Swim?

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Here we will attempt to answer some commonly asked questions regarding Bernedoodles.  We understand that you are very curious and soaking up a lot of information about the breed.  We will do our best to arm you with some basic understandings and offer you access to our Facebook group which contains more meaningful information and honest answers directly from our Rocky Mountain Bernedoodle owners.  We are happy to be a resource for you, so please let us know if you have any lingering concerns about a Bernedoodle fitting into your family.

Are Bernedoodles Good with Young Kids? 
Babysitters with fur are the best! Our Bernedoodles make excellent companions to children. We often find that they have a special inclination towards little people and will temper their energy accordingly. Adding a fantastic layer to your baby's world, owning pets is proven to positively affect a child's life - warding off feelings of loneliness, anxiety, and teaching them valuable lessons of compassion and empathy. Although, we can't promise that they won't get into a little mischief together - we can promise that your Bernedoodle will be your child's best friend and happily clean-up any spilled food during meal time. 

Waitlist Process

​Rocky Mt Bernedoodles can not guarantee colors of puppies. We strive to produce healthy, happy puppies with wonderful temperaments.  Color is a bonus! We are a family breeder, and raise all dogs and puppies in an environment without kennels or cages.  We produce a limited quantity of puppies each year and employ a waitlist for those who desire a Bernedoodle from Rocky Mountain Bernedoodles. ​Our puppies are very popular the waitlist for a Tricolor Bernedoodle of any variety is now several months. If you are open to gender or color, your wait may be significantly less.

We have situations where a family on our deposit list may forgo on a pup in a litter because they have their hearts set on a certain look. We breed for health and temperament over specific appearance - although we can typically ensure an adorable outcome! In these scenarios, a pup may be available much sooner and will be advertised on our Facebook page and website.  For updates, please “like” our page and you will be informed if we have a puppy that is immediately available.  
​

​​We have a master waitlist for each type of litter produced.  To secure your place on a list, you will need to fill out a puppy application and remit a deposit.  If you have questions or concerns, do not feel you need to fill out the puppy application to approach us.  We are happy to be a resource and answer any lingering questions. Once Rocky Mountain has received your application and deposit you will be added to the master deposit list by size. We have a micro mini list, mini list and standard list.   For the privacy of our clients, these lists are unpublished and managed internally. For more details on our Deposit Waitlist, please see here. 

Puppy Picks

Rocky Mountain Bernedoodles will post pictures of puppies in each litter, at newborn, 2 weeks, 4 weeks, and 6 weeks. These pictures are showcased on the "Current Litters" section of the website.  We also typically post them on our Facebook page, so make sure to "like" us and follow along as they grow! We operate the waiting list in order of deposits received. When it is your turn to choose a puppy, We prefer to communicate using email, please let us know if you're email address changes. Rocky Mtn Bernedoodles will give you 24 hours to make your selection. To ease the anxiety of the other families waiting their turn, we feel this is adequate time to make your decision. ​

New Puppy Facts

Vaccinations
Your puppy will receive their first and second set of core vaccines from us. Typically the third set of vaccinations is given 3 – 4 weeks after the second set of shots. Vets can vary slightly in their opinions on vaccination schedule so we suggest you talk to your vet during your initial “check up” to determine when your pup needs their third set of shots. Your health record will have all the info you need as far as what’s been given so far; be sure to take it with you to your first visit!
​
Microchip
We will be mailing you microchip information shortly after you pick your puppy. There will be a registration envelope and stickers with your puppy’s registration # on them. You will also find I have put a sticker with the microchip number on your contract, and on the registration envelope. You will need to:
a. Complete the registration online.  https://buddyid.com/register - You should do this ASAP!
b. File the extra ID stickers where you can refer to them, along with the health record taped to your pups crate.
c. Your pups microchip is located just under the skin, between the shoulder blades. You usually cannot feel it.
​
Food
​The pups are being fed Paw tree chicken and oatmeal. There are instructions for how much to feed your puppy on the bag based on age and weight.  Your pup will be used to eating twice / day; at 6:30 am and 6:30 pm.  You can vary that to fit with your schedule.  If you want to change your puppy’s food to a different brand, do it slowly to avoid diarrhea and / or an upset stomach.  We recommend transitioning slowly –  over 1 week.  They drink water (no milk).  Of course how you feed your pup is up to you – but please keep it healthy! Your vet can offer guidance on healthy diets for your dog.
​
Toys
There have been some articles lately on the nylon bones – dogs have chewed and ingested part of them and the shards of nylon are sharp and can penetrate the intestine. We recommend avoiding nylon bones. Also, fabric stuffed toys that your puppy can tear and pull the stuffing out of should be avoided for now.  Rope toys, hard rubber toys, and generally toys that they cannot eat will work best. Mostly just keep an eye on them so they don’t get themselves into trouble! For some helpful suggestions on toys and chews, please see our Shopping List. 
​
Crating and Sleep
Your pup will have spent time in their crate and should be familiar with it. This doesn’t mean they won’t cry while in the crate; especially those first few nights.  Crating your pup at night and while you are gone is really a very good habit. The pup learns this is their safe zone and typically they enjoy their crate. It also keeps them out of trouble while you are gone or sleeping. We urge you to stick with the crate – even if the first few days are difficult. We like this video.
​
It’s also true that most puppies / dogs will not go to the bathroom in their crate. Of course there can be accidents. Don't leave food in the crate with your pup; remember the food in / poop out rule. We also do not put water in the crate unless they are going to be in there for a few hours. Then we leave the minimum amount you think they will need; that way they won’t over drink and hopefully can hold their pee until you let them out!

As far as house-breaking your pup, taking your pup out frequently, and using consistent terminology to encourage your pup to go is helpful.  Give lots of praise when the pup does pee or poop outside.  Don’t scold your pup if you find pee or poop inside unless you catch them in the act. Typically scolding when you find an old accident is meaningless to them as they don’t associate the scolding with the act of having gone to the bathroom unless it's real-time. For recommendations on crates, please see our Shopping List. 

Do Bernedoodles Swim?

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