Berner Chow

The Berner Chow is a fairly new hybrid and so there isn’t much historical information available on the hybrid combination itself.  There is, however, an abundance of information available on the parent breeds -- Bernese Mountain Dog and Chow Chow.  The Bernese Mountain Dog originated in Switzerland and, though there are several other breeds who had their start in Switzerland, this one is the only one with a long silky coat.  This strong, sturdy, symmetric tricolored dog was originally bred to do draft tasks, herding tasks, watchdogging tasks and to provide companionship in the Swiss farmland near the conan of Bern.  They will thrive in cold climates but can adapt somewhat to climates which are a bit warmer (but not hot) as well.  They are intelligent, confident, friendly and loving dogs who bond well with their human families and strongly desire lots of time with them.  They are great with children, are gentle and watchful but will be more aloof, though not necessarily shy, with strangers.  Today, they are serving as wonderful and loving family pets.  The other breed parent, the Chow Chow, was developed in Mongolia and Northern China and is believed to be one of the oldest recognized canine breeds.  This aloof and lordly canine was developed to be utilized in hunting and guarding, unfortunately, the coat was also desirable for fur trim on clothing and their flesh was deemed to be a delicacy.  Similar to a cat, his aloofness sets him apart from many canine breeds and he is especially suspicious of strangers.  He may look like a teddy bear, but this breed doesn’t really care to be cuddled or made over but he will be fiercely loyal to his owners.