How long does a Bernedoodle live?

A typical lifespan is 8–14 years, the midpoint of the Poodle (10–18 years) and the Bernese Mountain Dog (7–10 years).

Is a Bernedoodle easy to train?

Trainability is very high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

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Bernedoodle

Also searched as Poodle Bernese Mountain Dog Mix

The Bernedoodle is a cross between a Poodle and a Bernese Mountain Dog. Most grow into large dogs of 55–90 lb and live 8–14 years.

Poodle, a purebred dog — PoodlePhoto: UszkarFoto92, CC0, source

Bernese Mountain Dog, a purebred dog — Bernese Mountain DogPhoto: Ganjo, CC BY-SA 3.0, source

Photos show the purebred parents. There is no single look for a mix: puppies in one litter can resemble either side.

Weight55–90 lbcan be 40–115 lb

Height20–26 inat the shoulder

Lifespan8–14 years

SizeLarge

How big does a Bernedoodle get?

Standard Poodle40–70 lb

The mix55–90 lb

Bernese Mountain Dog70–115 lb

Pounds. The dark band is where most Bernedoodle dogs end up; the light band is the full range between the smallest and largest parent.

Height runs 20–26 inches at the shoulder, against 18–24 in for the Standard Poodle and 23–27.5 in for the Bernese Mountain Dog.

Size figures assume a Standard Poodle parent, the size closest to the Bernese Mountain Dog. A different poodle size moves the whole range.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Very low to very high

Poodle has a low-shedding coat, so some puppies shed little. It is not guaranteed: coat type varies even within one litter, and no dog is truly hypoallergenic.

Energy

High

Plan on long daily walks plus real exercise, such as running, fetch or a sport. A yard alone will not tire this dog out.

Trainability

Very high

The Poodle rates very high and the Bernese Mountain Dog high; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Moderate to very high

Expect regular brushing and professional grooming every few weeks.

Temperament

The Poodle is usually described as active, proud, very smart. The Bernese Mountain Dog as good-natured, calm, strong. A mix can take after either parent or land in between. If you can, meet both parents of a puppy before you choose.

Poodle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs the mix

Trait	Standard Poodle	Bernedoodle	Bernese Mountain Dog
Weight	40–70 lb	55–90 lb	70–115 lb
Height	18–24 in	20–26 in	23–27.5 in
Lifespan	10–18 yr	8–14 yr	7–10 yr
Shedding	very low	very low to very high	very high
Energy	moderate	high	high
Group	Non-Sporting	mixed	Working

Questions about the Bernedoodle

How big does a Bernedoodle get?: Most grow to 55–90 pounds and 20–26 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 40–115 pounds.
How long does a Bernedoodle live?: A typical lifespan is 8–14 years, the midpoint of the Poodle (10–18 years) and the Bernese Mountain Dog (7–10 years).
Does a Bernedoodle shed?: Shedding is very low to very high. Poodle has a low-shedding coat, so some puppies shed little. It is not guaranteed: coat type varies even within one litter, and no dog is truly hypoallergenic.
Is a Bernedoodle easy to train?: Trainability is very high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Poodle mixes

Other Bernese Mountain Dog mixes

Figures are calculated from each parent breed's standard height, weight and life expectancy. How we calculate.