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                                           Jan-May 2013

        News and Updates 

                                    Exciting News for May - Welcome new Import "Scenery Edge of Disaster"     

                     Recent photos in

                      

                                              I love these photos :) This is Chocolate quietly going about his companion work :)

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      WELCOME   "SCENERY EDGE OF DISASTER"  -  IMPORT NORWAY

                     

                       

  My sincere thanks to the breeders in Norway (M.Berge& H.Aavik) for sharing this delightful character, 

  home now at Dharmansk in Australia.  Information will be added to  "Profiles" page  for updates.

                          

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                       Recent photos in..... this is Walter as Gym Mascot!!

           

                                                                                                                                                               and with Chris

                     

                                                feeling the heat....

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                     Dogs for Kids with Disabilities - Freida

           

   Freida with Katie Hunter    - executive Director of the program                                  Frieda at Obedience classes

    

                 Freida in her foster home draped over for cuddles :)                                      Freida..............................   growing !!

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                                                                                     Tango in Hawaii

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                                                           Buttons settling into her new home   .......................

                     

                                               lean on Phil                                                              time out (resting on her paw - cute!)

           

               smoochy hugs  for Alison                              first time at the beach with Helen                rest on Phils knee for ear rubs:) 

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  The Japan Connection                                   starting with Yuki

            

                            Masami, Yuki and Takuya                                                        which road does Yuki choose?

                         

                           Yuki dances in the snow                                                               The Ezo deer in the snow forest in Japan

         

          

                           Yuki's favorite toy                                                                                 Yuki is growing quickly now

                                                                           Mondo and his family

      

    

                                           Snow!                                                                               Mondo helps Fumiya with the chores !!

        

     

                                                                                                        Time out   !!                                 

                                                                                             Rin and Family

    

      

                        

                              Rin would really like the toy frog                                            Rin learning to 'wait' for his meal

                   

                                                                                                                                     Got it!!     

                                           

                                                                                                       Magic  

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          Recent photos in

                                                                     

                                                                                                                 Bruno

                                  

                                 Bentley upside down resting                                                               Bentley Hugs

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                                 Douglas Bernese & Janet in the "OZDOGZ" team....

There are approx 18 members, all different breeds,  that regularly provide entertainment at Retirement Villages

             

Janet says " we do, and have done this work as a group of friends, quietly without ceremony since Aug 1999 - to make others lives perhaps a little better - not for any reward other than that....Every year we are booked out so we must be doing a good thing!

        

                                                                                    Douglas and Janet at work

                                   

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                                   Edward   "Eddie"

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                  Recent photos in

     

                                                                                                Holly  companion Nanny

        

                 KL - at Obedience training  ?                                         KL the alarm clock                                           KL ready in the car

                 

                            KL at Christmas                             KL's Brother Kobi at Christmas                             Kobi

                                                                

                                                                           Andrew, Loene, Lincoln and Miller

                                                   

                                                                                                      Maya

                                 

                                                                              Odin  - now recovering from recent surgery     

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                                     Featuring Olive............

                   

    

                                  Olive at work                                                                                            Olive working on the clients !!                      

   

         Olive the lap dog                                    Time out with Dad                              Can I have it?                                   Please???        

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                 Recent photos in

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                                                                                                Ruby in N.S.W.

     

                                                                                                             Sulley

     

        Samyia and Buffey hanging out                                          Zeb with his toys                                                   Zeb

                                   

                                                                                             Zollie turns 9    - see Veterans

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    C H R I S T M A S    G R E E T I N G S   FROM    DHARMANSK       Dec 2012

      

 

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                                                                                                                                                                               September 2012

                                                         Odee

                  

   Odee in the kitchen   "OK Here's a kiss for you Mum"             " What's wrong ? I thought you'd love that :)"    

     

                                                                           Odee having a rest in the exercise yard

     

                                                                             Princely Charming

                      

                                                  Prince                                                    Prince - Portrait by 12 yo Jackson Cook

                                                

                                          

                                                                             Zollie in her 8th year with Zeb nearly 2 yrs . Qld

    

                      Pandora in Tassie                                                               Pandora getting her way at last!!!

    

         Pandora's beach holiday                                                    "What is that frothy stuff???

   

                 Olive learning to stay in her basket                                    Samyia and Teddy hanging out on the weekend

     

                Sully                                                                 Odin sharing toys                          Vanessa with Romi        

  

                                                        Ganesha ~ 1 yr old and portrait done by Heike

                               

                                                                            Ganesha  (Panda daughter)

Ganesha cooling off in the shower base                                   Ganesha in Mushel                          Ganesha and Shadow

                                                        Buttons with Ruby (Grandmother) visiting  at Nannas place

     

                                                                        Buttons with Jess

     

                     Charlie cooling off at doggy daycare                                       Bozzley with Rebecca and new friend Maisy

     

                Abbey  & Cassie - lap dogs incorporated??                                   Abbey & Cassie sharing  toys

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                                                           Jan 2012 to June 2012

  

                                                           Will playing with his cuddly mate "Bear"

    

                 Nelson with Geoff                                           Nelson                                                      Nelson with Emily                                    

    

   Sully with Bruce and Yvette                                 Sully                                            Sully's new toy!!                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  

        

    Edward and Imogen - who is for first bath?                            Coopers broken toe !!           Sassy visits with Sally & Nick 

                    Daisy in Tassie                                      Hugs for Carolyn                                              Couch potatoes                 

                    

                                                Hope in Qld  wearing her ribbons and bows with Tiah                                                 

                                                              

                                                                                     Luna hugs

               

Kobi & Bruno partying  "Whats the problem Mum?"                    Bruno & Kobi with Diane for afternoon tea squash     

                                     

                                                                                         Inca enjoying her bone

    

    Miller "establishing" herself            Miller & Lincoln - Love Bugs                       Loene, Miller & Lincoln winery tour at Bright

   

           Miller with Andrew and Loene                                                  Odin with his new family                              

                  

                   Maya with Dermott                                                                                 Maya settling in     

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Pandora in Tassie helping Warren with the chores                      Olive in Qld checking out the horses with Steve 

         

 Walter getting comfy on the long drive                   Bliss    (Walter with Alana)                                   Walter  2 months    

 

   Walter heading off with Chris                  Vanessa & Romi visiting Walter            Walter walking with Alana                

                         

                                                                            Kerri with Bentleigh  Christmas 2011

 

    C H R I S T M A S    G R E E T I N G S   FROM    DHARMANSK       Dec 2011

                                                                        

              I wish all our friends and extended family a very Happy 2011 Christmas

       and a Prosperous and Happy New Year ahead from Dharmansk Bernese Mountain Dogs.

 

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                                                                                                                                        Oct 2011

            Dharmansk Veteran Celebration !! & October fun pics next

                                          A Veteran Bernese Mountain Dog is described as one having attained the age of 7 years.

                                                                 Being a Veteran Bernese is a really important milestone.

                           Today we have a very special celebration for the Bernese bred by me having attained the age of 7 years plus

                                   

                                             Bella 13 .5  years     21/12/97 to 12/7/2011                                                              Zhali    12 years     24/12/97 to 27/12/09   

                                                  

                                        Nanya 10 yrs   27/12/2001                              Barney 10 yrs  27/12/2001                         Gemma 10 yrs  27/12/2001 

 

                               

                                                   Charlie 10  yrs        27/12/2001 →                                                             Abbey10 yrs 27/12/2001                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               

        

               Panda 8+ yrs   30/3/03  →                         &   Newman  now 8+ yrs  30/3/03             Bernese right to left , Bella with , Panda  & Newman now 8+ shown here both about 6 months

 Rusty  7+ yrs    2/3/2004                      Mia 7+ yrs   2/3/2004                    Katie  7+ yrs   2/3/2004         Maddy Jnr 7+ yrs   2/3/2004         Zali Jnr 7+   yrs 2/3/2004           Sam 7+ yrs 2/3/2004

 

                           

                                                               Zollie 7 yrs + 23/3/2004                                                              &  Anastasia as a puppy 23/3/2004                                        

   Achieving good longevity in the Bernese that I breed at Dharmansk has become an integral commitment to my

 breeding program. 

Today we really have something special to celebrate with these Bernese achieving their Veteran Milestone !!!

At Dharmansk my approach for breeding embraces individuals (lines) demonstrating good longevity.

My plan acknowledges these individuals and each litter includes in the parentage combination at least one partner with

 this or other known longevity lineage. I believe, and overseas studies support, that longevity has genetic expression and

 therefore  I will continue with earnest,  this work,  in my breeding program to maximize genetic penetration of

longevity in the Dharmansk breeding program. The results so far are very rewarding and consolidating.

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                                 Fun Pics                   Oct 2011

 

           Barney babysitting                                        Nell helping out with the studying    Pandora helping out with relaxing 

     

Bear determined to get all of those Camelia flower chew toy  things down !!             Pandora in Tassie herding         

      

                              Piper rather comfortable                                                                        Buffey's pat slave

     

   Riley's new very groovy non slip boots             Buffey trying to steel the groovy boots      End of play 

        'Edward' with Pam and Wolf                             Riley the teenager                      'Douglas'  with Gyles and Janet

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                                                                                  March 2011

Are you suited to a Bernese Mountain Dog - An Australian Perspective by Fay Carvill

                                                                        

Are you suited to a Bernese Mountain Dog? An Australian Perspective  

by  Fay Carvill                  

 The Bernese Mountain dog is a friend and companion functional as an integral member of the family/household. With a moderately low activity level the BMD can be suited to a variety of circumstances because the primary criteria for his happiness revolves around the level of interaction and companionship he enjoys with his owner. 

Suitability is therefore more about the relationship with his owner rather than other extraneous considerations. 

With correct type in temperament represented (this is a must), the Bernese is a most agreeable companion when out and about socializing. They usually love the car and enjoy to be included even if only to watch. At home the Bernese wagging tail can clear your coffee table in one sweep and wag a toddler off his feet!! Kitchen and household duties are usually observed in a semi sleep repose from a favorite tactical observation point. (You will probably have to step over himJ ) Computer work or any idle time sitting around is always accompanied by the Bernese strategically parked on your feet for a nudge and a pat. They are great with children and most adaptable to all manner of other family pets and can be bonded quite easily at a young age to pet rabbits etc. Cats in the household are usually still the boss !! 

Not naturally inclined to retrieve or chase the Bernese prefer to be in your company. 

Potential owners need to be aware that the Bernese adolescent period does need some extra time. The happy go lucky compliant puppy begins to “push the envelope” exploring the limitations of his world. It is important not to shut him out during this temporary phase of his development & learning as this can result in stress and anxiety. Adopting a patient and calm attitude giving more quiet attention is appropriate. 

Bernese are not suited to extremes of heat nor consequently prolonged periods of activity. As a rule of thumb, I believe a Bernese should never engage in any activity from which he cannot choose to rest. Thus accompanying you on a bike or horse ride or a run which may be fulfilling your agenda is not suited to him. 

“Home” is important to the Bernese and they cope just fine with a normal work day routine if consideration is given to him in the morning before you set off for work. This will balance his day until he can spend time with you in the evenings etc.  Family holidays are best catered for with an arrangement at home if he is not travelling with you. 

The Bernese Mountain Dog develops a wonderful bond with his people because of their special interaction. Most people comment that once owned by a Bernese they can never be without one in their lives. The greatest attribute of the Bernese,  is their willingness to please you. Whether you choose to explore this through obedience, showing, carting or just walking on the beach or sharing time on the couch at home, you will be touched by the beauty of these magnificent dogs and their capacity to be at one with you. 

           

 

                      Dharmansk Bernese      www.bernese.com.au

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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                                                                               Jan/Feb 2011

                                       Recent photos in

       

            In the Hayshed                                     Bringing in the Mail                               "This is MY sandpile"                         

   

         " Hold hands for the photo and smile"                                                                              " Kiss "                   

    

                         Zeb's sandpile                                                                                    Zeb's afternoon nap

     

              " Its your fault - you bathed me so now I have hose rage "                      "  Don't take any notice of him - Pick me - I'm way more adorable!!"

 

                       

                        Tango and Riley                                                                                                      Zeb 12 months

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                           Buffey & Bear - (Prince X Ruby kids)

                  

                                                                                                       At 8 weeks

          

                                                                                At 16 weeks

     

                                                           At 12 weeks in the puppy exercise yard

    

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 With Boyd at Emerald Lake ~ 6 months of age                     Group Shot BMDCV  at Emerald Lake                                  Over the Bridge

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Window of Opportunity for Breeding Bernese - Fertility

                                Endrometritus and Pyometra

                  Benign Hyperplaysia of the Prostate and Struvite Crystals

Breeding Bernese is no easy matter. Apart from initial screening considerations to determine suitability of breeding stock (ie Hip and Elbow evaluations, & Health criteria) , both  female and male entire Bernese  can experience limited accessible breeding availability due respectively to the above conditions. These conditions affect fertility and breeding performance and are in no way a concern for the de-sexed Pet home Bernese. Studies overseas indicate that Pyometra is at the top of the list of problems in breeding females. My experience, in my own breeding program, is demonstrating  reliably that both males and females commence their fertile time just prior to two years of age but begin to diminish at just over 5 years of age. Whilst there may be individuals who are exceptions to this, the general picture for an optimal breeding time frame is relatively limited.

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                                                       Late Dec 2010

              Another Milestone for Dharmansk

                 Dharmansk  6th  generation  from  foundation

Dharmansk Sweet Dream - Lassie's recent litter takes the Dharmansk breeding program into its

                                   6th generation !!

    

                            Just born                                                                          3 weeks                                           6 weeks

           

                         In the Cart - Bernese Practice                        Flight Simulation Training for interstate and overseas puppies

                                                        Group shot at 8 weeks in the Puppy Exercise Yard

                                              Family Photos

                 

                      Nell                                                                     Bentley                                                              Loki

    

                  Nell and Barney                                                         Nell                                                               Pandora

      

           Pandora                                              Riley                                 Pia                                                    Riley              

            

                Tango off to Hawaii                                               Tango cuddles                         Tango kisses

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Histiocytosis Cancer and the Dharmansk Breeding Program

 

Last year, I noted here that Research facilities overseas have made great headway with regard to DNA identification of Histiocytosis Cancer, a condition that can affect some Bernese. Development of a suitable test is suggestive of a 2 year time frame. From a breeding management perspective, utilizing such a test would assist to reduce the proliferation of the condition with a collaborative approach from breeders screening breeding stock. 

At Dharmansk my approach embraces individuals (lines) demonstrating good longevity.

As the years have come and gone and I evaluate all of the Dharmansk progeny, there are significant individuals in the breeding program that have made an amazing contribution to longevity.

My plan for breeding acknowledges these individuals and each litter includes in the parentage combination at least one partner with this or other known longevity lineage. The results so far are very rewarding.

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                                                                                                                                                                                 Late Dec 2010

                  Happy 13th Birthday Bella !!

                                                   

 

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                                                                                                                                                          Nov/Dec 2010

                 C H R I S T M A S    G R E E T I N G S

                                          FROM  ALL  AT  DHARMANSK !!

   

 

With Lassie about to embark on the adventure of Motherhood, and with my impending family commitments as the festive season is on the doorstep, I felt it timely to wish all our friends and extended family a very Happy 2010 Christmas and a Prosperous and Happy New Year from us all at Dharmansk.

We have had an amazing year - lots of new things happening, lots of growth, and all happily so !!

Many challenges still ahead - how else would we like to be

        

 Merry Christmas Everyone .........   BUT ....... what really happened was...........this ........      

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                                     Lassie is pregnant !!      

 She is due to have her puppies mid December 2010  -   more details early in the New Year.

     

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    a d  Ruby and Prince's puppies off on their new life adventure    a d

       

   

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              November pics - our fave shady deck     

           

                    Lassie and Ruby                                                                                   Mr  Odee

                                             

Odee " I'm so good - passed my scores - I got ED 0:0 HD 0:0 !!!"                       Ruby                

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                         Sept/Oct 2010

               Couch Potatoes Incorporated Pty Ltd.

   

                  Fulfilling my Job Description

               

            Satdy arvo AFL Footy Grand Final hype ?

                                       

              (left).....sharing this couch with her ...... well it really gives me the grotts !!

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News on Histiocytosis Cancer Screening for Breeders

 

Research facilities overseas have made great headway with regard to DNA identification of Histiocytosis Cancer. Development of a suitable test is suggestive of a 2 year time frame. From a breeding management perspective, utilizing such a test would assist to reduce the proliferation of the condition with a collaborative approach from breeders screening breeding stock. 

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                                                                         Welcome Duke  !! 

                                           

                                             Dharmansk Wizards Prince     X     CH Swiss kiss Empire Rose

    

                                                             " Sassy" with Sally and Nick on the Snow Walk

  

                                                                                   Lassie 18 months

                                                                                  Prince Charming 4 yrs

     

                                                                                                      Panda 7.5 yrs

 

                                                                                                    Katie  6 yrs

    

                                                                                          Chocolate ~ 18 months

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                                                    July  2010

   

                                        Zeb  5 months  old with  Zollie  5 yrs old - romping at  the beach

 

From left to right - Great work by KL bonding with other family members

Lincoln is famous and recently appeared in an "Age" newspaper article on doggy day care

Kobi  doing just famously with the marrowbone                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              June  2010

Bernese Mountain Dog 10th Anniversary Championship Specialty Show, Victoria 

Over 100 entries is a record entry.  Bernese Specialist Judge from Finland - Satu Yla Mononen.

 

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                                                                                      Lassie and Tilly

     

Best mates - Lassie with young Tilly  after a tough afternoons play......... zzzzzzzzzzzzz ...... bliss.......

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                                                                                                 June  2010

 

      Bernerped, the Australian Bernese Data Base,  suspended due to lack of support

 

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                                                  June  2010

                Grand Exciting News  !!!

 

                        Welcome  Canadian  Champion  Hautbois  Rembrandt

                                         

 

My  sincere  thanks  to  Simon  Verge,  Dr  of  Veterinary  Medicine  in  Quebec  Canada,  for  sharing  this  beautiful  dog  of  his  breeding.  Rembrandt  has  excellent credentials  and  both  his  parents  Hautbois  Kootenay  and  Hautbois  Kelowna  have  been  successfully  shown  at  9 +years  of  age.  Rembrandt  will  undoubtedly  make  a wonderful  contribution  here.  My  first  priority  is  to  introduce  him  to  his  new  home and  friends  and  get  him  settled  in .  You  will  find more  information  about  him  in the  Profiles  pages.

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                                                              May  2010

           Coralie's adorable boy  "Cooper"  to  be  offered  "at stud "

                                   

                            Dharmansk Magic Allure 

                            Details in Profiles - Inquiry welcome

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                                                      March, April 2010

Ruby's cute puppies 6-8 weeks of age                      

  

       

 

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                                                                     Feb  2010

  Well done Ruby !!

 Dharmansk  4th  generation  puppies  from  foundation

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Tribute to Dharmansk Forest Mist - Zhali

24.12.97  -  27.12.09

 

It is with profound sadness that I make this tribute to an amazing Bernese friend and constant companion.

One hour into her 12th Birthday, Zhali suffered a stroke and debilitating seizures. She fought on briefly to come to terms with the inevitable and has found her peace and sanctuary.

I will forever miss my little friend (and my boss).

Zhali has made, and shall continue to make an outstanding contribution to longevity through her progeny here.

Her two litters are currently 8 years and 6 years of age.

                     Zhali 6 weeks                                           Zhali 3 years                                           Zhali 5 years   

             Zhali's pups                                               Zhali 7.5 years            Zhali with her daughter and 1st Grand daughter

                     

              Zhali   10th  and 11th Year -   Her favorite job was on the back deck supervising me with the morning and evening walk and exercise program

                           

    Zhali' s Grandson and Great Grand daughter                   Zhali's Grand daughter and Great Grand Daughter

          

                                            Zhali  almost 12 years                                                     Zhali's legacy lives on    ............

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              Merry Christmas & Happy New Year to our friends

                          From all at Dharmansk

 

           

                Nanya 8 yrs                                        Zhali 12 years 25/12/09           Zhali daughter & grand daughter

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                                                                                                                                   Dec 09

                              Cody visits

                        

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                                Will with "Bear" in his new role as Nanny

      

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                                                                                                        Nov o9

                       Heritable Diseases Seminar Victoria 

 Victorian Canine Assoc Seminar in conjunction with Dept of Agriculture - The legislation changes explained

 

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                       Sasha and family

                          

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                                                                                Nov 09

          Canine Reproduction Lecture.

 Dr Stuart Mason from the Monash Vet Clinic presented Dr Verstegen of Belgium,  who is working out of the University of Florida USA

                           and is currently one of the worlds leaders in the field of canine reproduction. 

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                                                           Nov 09

        A Visit to see Tarjh and Barney

 

      Tarjh 3 years                                 Barney 8 years                        Great Friends

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                             Pandas baby puppies

                               

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                                                                 Sept 2009

     Interstate jet setter Zollie visits

 

                                                     

                Annie and Zollie                  Zollie now 5 years            Boyd and Princely hugs 

                      

       Smoochy Ruby ear rubs                Zollie surveying                         Boyd & Prince new friends 

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                                     Aug 2009     

      Clever Coya's beautiful babies

     

                  Not for much longer !!                             Ruby's family                            Who Me?                        

         

               'Morning Mark                  Chocolate's family                             Chocolate's new toys

               

                    Belly Rubs Ruby                                                    Coya and her pups at 2 weeks        

     

                                                Coyas pups at 4 weeks            

                       

                                                                  Coya               

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             Cooper's  10 months old !!

   

   Cooper and Friends Tug of War                                                   Cooper 10 months old        

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                                                  July 09

   Changes to State Legislation affecting all breeders

State Legislation changes (Cruelty to Animals Act),  prohibits the breeding of dogs with known genetic defects and requires

                          the implementation of rigorous screening by all breeders to this end.

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                 Data Base updates

                                 Dharmansk Date Base on the way  to the Berner Garde Foundation (USA) & BernerPed (Aust)

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                                Sassy's Sleepover

                                 

        

Sassy and Friends at the Beach                Sassy in 'Ella & Friends' Publication                 Sassy's Family            

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     Summer 08-09   Cooper at the Beach

                                     

                          Cooper & Friends Romping                    Sand Holes !!! Yipee !!!

                        

                                   Cooper after the beach !!     

                                                       

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                 Congratulations  Coya !! - Due Feb 09

Coya is finally pregnant after 2 difficult episodes of Pyometra which is a condition affecting  reproduction.

 Pyomentra can be a problem particularly for entire  bitches over 5 years of age.

After a lot of special treatment Coya has recovered and is doing what she loves best - being a MUM !! 

     

          Awwww    I'd love a pat                            .............and a  treat                           ..............  Pick me !!!

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                            National Dog Magazine 

                                          

               Jan/feb 09  - Bernese Breed feature         

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                   Balto visits us at 8 months

   

              Balto 8 weeks                      Balto 8 months                          Balto, Gillian and Zhali    

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                      Zhali's 11th Birthday !! Date - 25th December 2008

                    

                                                               

Zhali was the last pup born Christmas morning in  Bonny's litter that was mostly born on the 24th December  1997. I can still remember burning toast on Christmas morning when at 8am  Bonny was busy in the whelping box again (hours after supposedly the last pup was born !!)  Now at  11 yrs of age Zhali and her sister Bella were recently included in the Bernese Mountain Dog Club of America's magazine "Alpenhorn" which published a celebrated special world wide December Veterans edition .

Zhali knows everything that goes on  around the place - when, where, how,  if its right or if its wrong and she can always find a way to let me know so!! She also has a clock in her head I am sure, for at the right time morning and night she starts her excited little tap dance and circling routine to tell me its time for FOOD!! - Amazing !!

She really enjoys the freedom of her wander around the garden time and grins from ear to ear when she arrives back at the house now ready for her nap. It's all really quite precious :)

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                                 In the blink of an eye

        

                Pandas baby puppies                 Chasing the Milk Bar                " Cooper"  from Pandas last litter growing up all too quickly

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Changes to rules for all breeds from the Australian Veterinary Association - PennHIP

 

The Australian Veterinary Association recently published an  expression of preferential support for the hip screening method PennHIP.

 

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         Keeping abreast of all the news with Dad

 'Alby' Bernese demonstrating the importance of  staying  informed and helping as much as possible (with remote)!!

                                 

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               The Long and the short of it

                                                        

         Teddy & his tiny aged mate Rhodie who is currently breaking all the records with his amazing

                                       chemotherapy treatment progress for prostate cancer.

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                                                  Beds - Bernese survival essentials list

    

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                               A mothers work is never done !!

                                                     

At nearly 12 years old Zhali still washes thoroughly her 5 yrs old daughter Katie's  face at least twice a day!! This is a privilege Zhali reserves only for her own kids, much to the disappointment of a couple of the other Bernese girls here. Katie carries  her Buzzie Bee with her everywhere and I (the human) am only allowed to mind it while she attends to her bathroom activities and dines at the Restaurant !!

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                     Captions

       

  'I know there are ducks over there Mum"                  "Pick me !!!"                                              "Kiss"                  

                 

                   "Sumwun say lollies?????                             "Walk anyone?"                                 "I'm sooo  over this ....Zzzzz  

     

     Cat says:- "Well do ya feel lucky?"                                    "Trickkky"  (Prince manoeuvre)                " Both hands now "

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