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ULTRA BERNEDOODLES

We are EXSTATIC about the addition of Ultra Bernedoodles to our breeding program. This shift has been in the making for some time, and to have our first pups here feels like a dream come true. Our mission is to choose pairs with THE BEST BMD QUALITIES AND TRAITS to create Bernedoodles that are genetically a higher percentage of BMD. These puppies will be more similar to BMDs in structure and temperament, but many will have the same hypoallergenic and low-shedding qualities that people love about all bernedoodles. Our Ultras will be highly human-focused, laidback and incredibly intelligent puppies!

Depending on the pair, some of these pups will be furnished, fully furnished or unfurnished. For the average pet owner, this becomes a very complicated genetics lesson that I am happy to go over during our phone interview! It is important to note that ALL BMD's are Unfurnished, and it is because of that reason that they shed and are not a good option for those who have allergies. Basically, most families who want a bernedoodle come to us because they have allergies or they can't deal with the shorter lifespan or the shedding of BMD's. For those families, a furnished bernedoodle (one that has one copy of furnishings) is a great option! Families who have VERY SEVERE allergies should always consider adopting a bernedoodle that is FULLY furnished (has 2 copies of furnishings.) There is the lowest possibility of having an adverse reaction to these pups. Some of our Ultra bernedoodles will be what is referred to as unfurnished (NO copies of furnishings,) therefore, these pups will shed and are NOT a good option for families with allergies.

At the end of the day, we LOVE ALL OUR BERNEDOODLE crosses and helping you find the one that BEST SUITS YOUR NEEDS and desires is my favorite part! I love being here to guide you along that journey. Don't hesitate to reach out so I can go all science crazy with you! (Have an hour or two, over coffee?!)

As you are doing your research, the following information will help break down the different crosses of our Ultra Bernedoodles, but keep in mind every litter pair will produce a slightly different outcome. I am a huge Science Geek who LOVES the genetics that goes into breeding! I'm always here to go over those specifics by request and have tried to keep this as simple as possible to not confuse and over-complicate the genetics of Ultra Bernedoodles!

Ultra Bernedoodles

Which ultra bernedoodle cross is right for you??

REVERSE BERNEDOODLES

Reverse bernedoodles are 75% Bernese Mountain Dog and 25% poodle. This cross is incredibly unique, because about half of their pups will be similar to your typical bernedoodle and the others similar to purebred Bernese Mountain Dogs (BMDs.) The reason for this cross is to produce a bernedoodle that is the MOST SIMILAR in temperament to a BMD, but for those who cannot have a BMD for any number of reasons. This pair can produce BOTH Furnished AND Unfurnished bernedoodles. See the Reverse Bernedoodles section to learn more about how those two types of bernedoodles are different.

MULTIGENERATIONAL BERNEDOODLES

-higher percentage BMD than poodle

-more diversity in colors

-can produce 100% fully furnished, so the most allergy friendly and least likely to shed

-medium-mini sizes possible

-generally more laidback disposition

-same traits we love about all bernedoodles: highly trainable, athletic, friendly

-depending on the pairing, there can also be unfurnished puppies produced in a multigenerational litter, therefore having smaller unfurnished opportunities

Bernedoodle sizes

REVERSE

REVERSE BERNEDOODLES

Statistically speaking, these bernedoodles are 75% Bernese Mountain Dog and 25% poodle.

The 2 types of puppies produced in this pair are:

Furnished:

-look just like your typical F1 bernedoodles with a wavy coat, and full face whiskers and shaggy tail

-typically the biggest Ultra's we can produce

-similar grooming needs to F1 bernedoodles

Unfurnished:

-look very similar to a BMD and therefore have less grooming needs and an easier coat to manage on a daily basis

-added health benefits compared to BMD's

-longer lifespan than BMD's

-increased athleticism

More detailed information regarding this cross:

The one “drawback” for some of the pups from this cross is that statistically half of these pups are what is referred to as ‘unfurnished.’ Typically when people are drawn to doodles of any kind, they are drawn to their hypoallergenic and low-shedding characteristics. Those traits come from a dog’s furnishings. For a family to choose an unfurnished Bernedoodle as their family pet, they must understand the true nature of the cross! A good breeder will educate families on the details of this cross, and it’s quickly becoming a popular type of Bernedoodle due to great education reaching more of YOU!

Unfurnished Bernedoodles are an amazing choice for someone who has always wanted a BMD but is afraid of their giant breed size, shorter lifespan from years of bad breeding and awful health issues (thankfully good breeding is improving that too!!), and high shedding qualities (sorry, can’t ever change that in a purebred .) Uniquely an unfurnished Bernedoodle should live longer, stay smaller, and shed less than a BMD! They also have a coat that’s easier to manage - with less brushing needed, doesn’t mat as easily and require less frequent trips to the groomer! Pretty awesome all around!!

UNFURNISHED BERNEDOODLES

Since our first litter of this cross in 2023, we have been adding COUNTLESS photos of our unfurnished puppies on our social media pages. You can use the search feature (on Facebook and Instagram) #cwbunfurnished and #cwbunfurnishedbernedoodle to help navigate standalone posts that include these types of dogs. We also share countless stories every day, many of them including updates from families with ultra bernedoodles. Watch for those posts/stories, as we try to call out our unfurnished bernedoodles for you to continue learning about this amazing cross!

As you are looking through the photos, you will notice how similar they truly are the purebred BMD's. Some of these pups have very straight and flat coats vs some have more thick or even wavy coats. It is really incredible to see the variations in coat texture as well as color when adding in the opportunity for MERLE pups! Unfurnished bernedoodles can come in any fun color that furnished bernedoodles come in- and we look forward to the future of our program with RED, BROWN, and SABLE unfurnished dogs as well! :)

To view a reel we created featuring some of our small standard unfurnished ultras out of Roo and Zeke as

ADULT UNFURNISHED BERNEDOODLES, CLICK HERE

Not sure what type of Ultra is right for you? Or are you unsure what having an unfurnished means in terms of shedding, be sure to keep reading to navigate those questions further.

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where I help explain the differences for you!

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FURNISHED ULTRA BERNEDOODLES

All of our furnished ultra bernedoodles look very similar to our F1 bernedoodles. If I had an ultra next to many of our F1 our furnished multigens, you could never pick out the difference by looks alone. Just as it is true for our unfurnished puppies, you can use the search feature (on Facebook and Instagram) #cwbultra and #cwbultrabernedoodle to help navigate standalone posts that include these types of dogs. We also share countless stories every day, many of them including updates from families with ultra bernedoodles. If you aren't sure if the puppy you are looking at from us is an ultra or simply a furnished dog, screenshot it and send me a picture. The more you learn who our breeding dogs are and familiarize yourself with their puppies as we continually share them in our stories, you will get better and better at picking it our yourself!

Tatum x Leo's Furnished and Avi (purchased from another breeder)- Full-size Reverse Ultra Bernedoodle Pups (75% BMD)

Roo x Zeke's Furnished Small Standard Ultra Bernedoodle Pups (62.5% BMD)

Let's Compare!

Furnished bernedoodle VS Unfurnished Bernedoodle

More than what percent BMD the dog is, the most important factor that directly impacts the overall look of the dog is whether it is furnished or unfurnished.

If the dog is an ultra bernedoodle or not is irrelevant when we are looking at how their coat will develop over time. Size may change depending on the percentage BMD, and some dogs are built more stocky than others. We have seen that each litter can have variances in body structure, no different than structure can vary from one cross to the next.

When you are choosing what look you most prefer, it's best to gather helpful pictures of dogs that you like the look of! Let's go through some of our past pups and talk about their different coats.

Be sure you keep in mind whether or not you want your dog to experience minimal to light shedding (furnished) or daily hair loss and seasonal blowouts (unfurnished. And always remember when looking at UNFURNISHED BERNEDOODLES--

In a smaller UNFURNISHED bernedoodle, you may have 50% less of the dog, and therefore 50% less hair in your home, but you will still have 100% OF THE SHEDDING qualities of a purebred Bernese.

River and Muffin- F2 bernedoodles (Sofia x Wilson)

These sisters are both out of Sofia and Wilson’s full size F2 Bernedoodle litter. River’s coloring is Merle phantom abstract and Muffin is a Merle tricolor Bernedoodle. The biggest difference between these girls, however, is that River is unfurnished and Muffin is furnished. You can see how different their coats are- River’s being very flat and straight, whereas Muffin’s is extremely full, wavy and fluffy!!

Beyond just the different look, furnishings lead to the amount of shedding that the dog will have. When River is fully grown, she will lose her coat seasonally like a a BMD does and will shed. The advantage is that she won’t need to visit the groomer quite as frequently for regular haircuts and her coat won’t be as prone to matting. However, these families will definitely experience ongoing hair loss in their home and unfurnished dogs are not a good fit for families with allergies.

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Phin, Betty & Bear- Reverse Ultras (Tatum x Leo)

Where these three siblings are all the same color wise, they couldn't be more different when it comes to overall look and coat texture. Each one of these pups has a beautiful merle tricolor coat pattern, but Phin (pictured first on the left) is a furnished dog out of this pair, whereas Betty and Bear are both unfurnished. Since these three were here for R&R camp, there are countless other pictures included on this page for you to check out. See if you can spot them, now that you know who AND WHAT they are!

Zeb, Kaiya, & Ava- ultra bernedoodles (Roo x Zeke)

These siblings are all unfurnished bernedoodles out of Roo and Zeke that stayed with us for Reset & Revamp camp, so we have LOTS of photos and videos of these pups. We just adored their smaller stature, and it's crazy how different the siblings all were. Ava is super petite, whereas Zeb and Kaiya both had a boxier build.