Bernese Mountain Dogs are so cute it’s actually a little bit insane. They were bred to be a fearless working breed, and they certainly are. They’re also the cutest and fluffiest dogs on the planet. Especially when they’re puppies!
Just like a real puppy would, the Bernese Mountain pups of the world desperately want anyone and everyone that ever existed to play with them. All the time, no matter who their playmate is, they’re ready to rumble. That’s good news for some, but for one senior Golden Retriever, it might get a little out of hand:
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Berlin the Bernese Mountain Dog is lucky that his older sister, Malú, loves him so much. She doesn’t mind him bothering her too much!
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Berlin was born on February 20th of this year, which makes him just about 3 months old. For anyone who has never raised a puppy before, 3 months is the beginning of the toughest part of puppyhood. They’re out of their “honeymoon phase” by now, and they can typically climb things a little better. It’s also right about when teething is reaching its most bite-y stage. Malú, I feel for you!
3-month-old puppies have absolutely no brain cells for anything other than play, especially if they’re being raised as pets and aren’t in some kind of rigorous training program. The Bernese Mountain Dog has a huge advantage over many other puppies at this age: they’re really big dogs, so at 3 months old, he can reach more and cause more chaos than some other puppies!
How can a puppy and a senior dog play safely?
If you’re getting a puppy and bringing it home to a dog who’s already in their golden years, you have a lot to learn. Senior dogs are generally still mobile, so they will be able to do some playing, but you’ll need to watch out and make sure their new sibling doesn’t go too far. Some activities senior dogs and puppies can enjoy together are:
- Walks (the older dog may even be able to teach the young one how to behave!)
- Easy games of fetch in the grass or in a carpeted room.
- Enrichment exercises, like lick mats or puzzle toys, given to both dogs at the same time.
Of course, some senior pups can handle a little more and may be able to get into a game of tug-of-war or even a brisk chase around the yard! Before you get your new pup, it’s a good idea to bring your current dog to the vet. Ask what they think is best for them exercise-wise and keep it in mind! Berlin seems to have learned Malú’s limits pretty well already, but that’s because he’s the best boy ever!
