Mini Bernedoodle Puppies: A Family's Guide
Mini Bernedoodles have a way of melting hearts with their teddy bear faces and striking colors. They're gentle, loyal and loving, and they make wonderful family companions. Here's what to know before bringing one home.
What is a Mini Bernedoodle?
A Mini Bernedoodle is a cross between a Bernese Mountain Dog and a Poodle, bred to a smaller size. They get the calm, affectionate nature of the Bernese and the smarts and lower-shedding coat of the Poodle.
How big do Mini Bernedoodles get?
Our Mini Bernedoodles usually grow to about 15 to 50 lbs. The parents' size is the best predictor, so each litter on our upcoming litters and waitlist page lists an expected adult weight.
Colors
Bernedoodles are famous for their looks. Common colors include the classic tri-color (black, white and rust), black and white, and merle patterns. Coats are usually wavy to curly.
Temperament
- Gentle and loyal. They bond closely with their families.
- Calm and steady, often a little more laid back than Goldendoodles
- Great with kids and usually friendly with other pets
- Smart and trainable, though some can be a bit stubborn as teenagers
Their calm, loving nature makes many Mini Bernedoodles a great fit for emotional support homes. See our therapy and service dog page to learn more.
Grooming and care
Plan to brush a few times a week and schedule a professional groom every 6 to 8 weeks. Their thick coats can feel warm in hot weather, so a summer trim and shady, cool rest spots help.
How every Dainty Doodles puppy is raised
No matter where you live, every puppy gets the same start:
- Raised inside our home, not in a kennel or a guardian home, with kids, everyday noise and real routines.
- DNA health-tested parents, so you can see the health work behind every pairing.
- Early Neurological Stimulation and hands-on socialization from the first days.
- Temperament testing, so we can match each puppy to the right family.
- Early potty, kennel and basic training, at no extra charge.
- Lifetime support. You can reach out any time, for the life of your dog.
Meet our Mini Bernedoodles
You can meet our moms and dads to see our Bernedoodle parents, then look at our upcoming litters and waitlist. When you find a litter you love, send us an inquiry. Comparing breeds? Read our Mini Goldendoodle guide.
Quick answers
Are Mini Bernedoodles good family dogs?
Yes. They're known for being gentle, loyal and great with kids, which makes them wonderful family companions.
Do Mini Bernedoodles shed?
They're low-shedding and often a good fit for allergy sufferers, though no dog is completely allergy-free.
What colors do Mini Bernedoodles come in?
Common colors include tri-color, black and white, and merle. Each litter on our waitlist lists the expected colors.
Ready to meet your puppy?
Tell us a little about your family and what you're hoping for. Lauren reads every note herself. Send an inquiry or see the waitlists.
Families we help
We also welcome families from Sacramento, Roseville and Rocklin, Auburn and Placer County, Folsom and El Dorado Hills, the Bay Area.
More helpful reading: Mini Goldendoodle puppies, How our puppy process works, Choosing a doodle breeder, Bringing your puppy home.