I'm the breeder behind Triple Heart Bernese Mountain Dogs located in Monrovia, CA. Our breeding program is concentrated on developing healthy Berners! We aim to have beautiful dogs who meet the AKC breed standards as well as having a loving teddy bear-like personality. We strive to produce puppies who will do well in the show ring and be your best friend at home. We can't wait to help you welcome one of our pups into your home!
About Michelle
We are home-based breeders dedicated to bringing healthy, loving, and high-quality Bernese Mountain Dogs into the homes and hearts of their forever families. We love our dogs and are passionate about raising our puppies to be the best family companions. Our dogs are what transform our house into a loving home.
What makes Michelle’s program special
All of our Bernese Mountain Dogs are bred, raised, and loved indoors to produce happy, healthy pets who are great companions for individuals and families alike. We are passionate about what we do and we take pride in our work. It would be our pleasure to introduce you to your next Bernese Mountian Dog puppy!
Pink girl
Female • Went Home May 5, 2022
Bernese Mountain Dog
Green Boy
Male • Went Home May 5, 2022
Bernese Mountain Dog
Blue boy
Male • Went Home May 5, 2022
Bernese Mountain Dog
Michelle 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.
Please contact the breeder to get more information about pricing.
“The price also includes AKC registration, initial shots, initial genetic testing, and a puppy package with photos and information about their time with us. You also get lifelong breeder support. When placing a deposit, we ask about your preference for sex. We place our puppies after we learn their temperament and personality.”
Michelle 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 Michelle 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 Michelle directly.
Our puppies are exposed to so much being raised on a small ranch with a busy family. They will be exposed to daily activities inside the home, horses, dogs, cats, children. We begin obedience training as well. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Socialized with other dogs, Socialized with other animals, Daily handling, Scent introduction, Socialized with children, Surface & tactile stimulation, Car rides, Various sounds, Human Interactions, Car Rides, Obedience Training, Texture Stimulation, Various Surfaces, Puppy Temperament Evalulation, Grooming Desensitization, Household Desensitization, Sound Stimulation, Socialized with Elderly, Socialized with Other Animals, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Socialized with Cats, Socialized with Children, Stairs and Obstacles, Basic Obedience Commands, Basic manners, Sit Command, Leash Walking, and Potty Training.
All of our puppies are checked by a veterinarian after birth and before going home. Initial vaccines are given, and dewclaws are removed.
We send our puppies home with Basic obedience & manners, Puppy starter kit, Initial potty training, Toys, Food & treats, Vet records, Microchip, Registration, Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent, Puppy Starter Kit, Vaccinations, Toy with Mom's Scent, Puppy Collar, Food Starter Bag, Certificate of Health, Blanket with Mom's Scent, and AKC Registration.
Michelle offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.
If you’re nearby, you can visit in person to pick up your pup. If you’re far away, you can travel by car or plane.
Work with a trusted transporter to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at a meeting point close to home.
Why Michelle started breeding
We love the Bernese Mountain Dog breed. Our dogs have brought us so much joy and happiness that we wanted to give back to them by producing the highest quality dogs and providing them a wonderful life with wonderful families. It's an amazing feeling knowing that we made a positive contribution to these dogs and the families who love them!
Michelle is a Preferred Good Dog Breeder
Preferred Breeders are recognized for their quick replies and exceptional buyer support.
Michelle has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years
Michelle was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Triple Heart Bernese Mountain Dogs meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
All breeds
Bernese Mountain Dog
Bernese Mountain Dog
About Louis
Louis is a goofy sweet boy who loves to go out and meet new people. He thinks he is a lap dog and always wants to be with us.
Good health testing
DNA Profile, Patellar Luxation, +8 more
Bernese Mountain Dog
About Elvira
Elvira is a female Bernese Mountain Dog almost 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Michelle decided to make her part of their program. Michelle has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Good health testing
von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), +5 more
Bernese Mountain Dog
About Ellie
Ellie lives with us in Southern California. She is a sweet loving girl who loves to spend time with the little kiddos.
Excellent health testing
DNA Profile, Patellar Luxation, +8 more
Bernese Mountain Dog
Excellent level
Triple Heart 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.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA), Histiocytic Sarcoma Pre-Test DNA (from Antagene)
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
Histiocytic Sarcoma Pre-test DNA (from Antagene), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1B), Bernese Mountain Dog Type, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I), DNA Profile
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).
Hear what other owners say about working with Michelle to bring home their puppies.
Monica J.
May 2022
Triple Heart Bernese Mountain Dogs did a fantastic job. Keeping me informed, sharing pictures of the pups growth, informing me of important info, and allowing me to remain in contact for questions...
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.