Bernese mountain dog

American  

noun

1. one of a Swiss breed of large, long-haired dogs having a black coat with white and russet-brown or deep-tan markings.

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Bernese mountain dog British  

noun

1. a strong sturdy dog of a breed with a bushy tail and a long silky black coat with reddish-brown and white markings, often used as a working farm dog

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Etymology

Origin of Bernese mountain dog

First recorded in 1930–35

Example Sentences

On Sunday, a group of Bernese mountain dog owners gathered outside to say their goodbyes.

From BBC

Davis said she’s currently trying to find someone to foster a Bernese mountain dog.

From Los Angeles Times

The family of the 7-month-old Bernese mountain dog rushed her to a Corona veterinary center after she began vomiting.

From Los Angeles Times

Misneach, a Bernese mountain dog, just couldn’t help himself from demanding attention while President Michael D. Higgins of Ireland did a live TV interview.

From New York Times

Juror No 131, white man in his 20s, is an accountant who is married and has a Bernese mountain dog puppy.

From Seattle Times