Lira Bernese Mountain Dogs

Raised by Liz R.

Certified Breeder of Bernese Mountain Dogs

  • 2 club memberships
  • Responds within a few days

Meet the breeder

I'm the breeder behind Lira Bernese Mountain Dogs located in Ionia, MI. Lira Bernese Mountain Dogs are only bred when we desire to keep a puppy from the litter. Doing this, you can be assured, we are breeding for optimum soundness in body, mind, and health. No short cuts are taken. All puppies are from parents who have passed health clearances and are raised in my home.

Liz’s experience

  • About Liz

    I'm a preservation breeder dedicated to the future of the breed. I participate in a variety of canine sports getting to know dogs' mental and physical strengths and weaknesses. This helps me breed for physical structure, health, and temperament. All my dogs are listed in the BernerGarde health database. I am always here for my owners for the life of their Lira Bernese Mountain Dog.

  • What makes Liz’s program special

    I breed when I want a pup out of the litter. This prevents me from taking short cuts. I spend hours delving through pedigrees looking at structure, health, and longevity. There is a good deal of longevity behind my dogs. I only breed dogs who have passed their health clearances. I raise the pups inside my home, in the middle of every day normal house life. I work on early training and socializing.

  • Liz is a member of 2 clubs

    Heart of Michigan Bernese Mountain Dog Club, Bernese Mountain Dog Club of America, Inc.

  • Liz’s certifications & recognitions

    AKC Breeder of Merit

Getting a puppy from Liz

Liz has been certified by Good Dog's screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you're ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies. You'll also have the chance to share a bit about yourself and what you're looking for in a new companion. Together, you'll choose the puppy that's right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.

Price

Please contact the breeder to get more information about pricing.

Contract and health guarantee

Liz may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Liz offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don’t hesitate to reach out to Liz directly.

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More about Liz

  • Why Liz started breeding

    I grew up in a home where my parents bred and showed AKC dogs. After getting my first Bernese, a rescue, I decided the breed was for me. Later I purchased a quality female and began participating in a variety of sports. Ultimately, I ended up breeding to help preserve the breed and improve breed health.

  • Liz has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years

    Liz was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.

Liz is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Lira Bernese Mountain Dogs meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:

  • Responsible breeding practices
  • Health of breeding dogs and puppies
  • Puppy environment and enrichment
  • Buyer education and policies

Parent health testing

Bernese Mountain Dog

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Lira Bernese Mountain Dogs reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Bernese Mountain Dogs.

  • Hip Dysplasia

    Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.

  • Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)

    Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.

  • Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)

    Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.

  • Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)

    Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.

  • von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1B), Bernese Mountain Dog Type, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Histiocytic Sarcoma Pre-test DNA (from Antagene)

    Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).

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