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The Bernese Mountain Dog: A Dog of Destiny |  | Author: Bernd Guenter
Publisher: Doral Publishing
Category: Book
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Rating:  6 reviews
Sales Rank: 285786
Media: Hardcover
Pages: 208
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Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.9
Dimensions (in): 11.1 x 8.5 x 0.7
ISBN: 0974540730
Dewey Decimal Number: 636.73
UPC: 804913540734
EAN: 9780974540733
ASIN: 0974540730
Publication Date: May 2004
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Product Description
Breathe deeply before opening this book and prepare to be overwhelmed by the breathtaking beauty of the photographs within. Written and photographed by an internationally acclaimed authority, this book is a must-have for your home library. The text describes the essence of the breed while superb photographs capture the beauty of the Bernese Mountain Dog in glorious images, many of which were taken in authentic Swiss settings.
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 Book purchase February 5, 2009
R.T. Health Care Manager (Vermont)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
This wonderfully written beautiful book arrived in poor condition. The hard cover had deep gouges cut across the front. I successfully returned the book and was pleased to get a replacement very quickly. It was still disappointing though as this was a very special Christmas present.
 Stunning Photos July 21, 2008
A. Patriarche (Haslett, MI)
Beautiful book with wonderful, accurate information regarding the breed. The photos depict the breed with great accuracy.
Must have for Berner owners May 30, 2007
Robert Rietkerk (CA USA)
If you enjoy the BMD breed, this book is a must have. The photos capture the beauty and personality of the Berner much beter than other books that I have seen about the breed.
Enchanting, thoroughly absorbing book on the "King of Dogs" May 16, 2006
Niel Rishoi (Ann Arbor, MI USA)
19 out of 20 found this review helpful
This book sets the standard of "compleatness" on the Bernese Mountain Dog. It is way beyond that of just a typical guidebook. Bernd Guenther has left, proverbially, no stone unturned here. The author's breadth of research, resources, insights, and details are on a level of the highest competence as to be priceless; this kind of preliminary (for the new and even seasoned owner) information cannot be overestimated.
But it's more than just an information book for breeders and owners; you are made to completely inhabit the world of this legendary, mythological breed. Guenther takes you on a delightful life-guide of several Berners, noting distinct personality traits, whimsical anecdotes, and a good deal of sharp-viewed observations. Without ever being heavy-handed, Guenther takes the reader onto a serious study of the breed. As he makes clear, this is an extraordinary dog, one that needs like considerations. No prospective Berner owner should be without this book, as the author has the kind of sagacity and knowledge that was gleaned as a true lover and connoisseur of not just his own dogs, but for the breed in general. Indeed, some of the information is not to be taken lightly, especially genetic problems, and some tough sacrifices one must potentially make. And - this is a good thing - the book will either make you say a firm "yes" or "no" when considering bringing a Berner into your life. On the one hand, this beautiful, loyal, human-like dog may have you on the phone tomorrow looking for one; on the other, the responsibilities can be made to seem overwhelming - be prepared to GIVE UP your life BB (Before Berner) as you have known it! You cannot get any dog as if you would a piece of furniture, but with Berners, there are absolutely no options: the dog has to be a total part of your family, your life. Guenther makes clear as to what adoption of a Berner entails. Freedom will be limited. Berners are not for jet travelers or workaholics. After reading Guenther's precise requirements, a prospective owner will be made to realize the exacting responsibilities involved. Berners are frighteningly intuitive creatures, and to compromise the existence of them would be sheer misery for them.
Crowning this achievement are the astonishing photos; they will literally make you gasp. Some will bring tears to your eyes. You will see why this breed is the King of Dogs: their physical magnificence is almost unreal. Perhaps the most fascinating set are of one dog, captured from the time of near birth, from every few months, and then to yearly intervals, to near the end of its life.
This is more than just a book: it is an incredible generosity of spirit. Don't even THINK of bringing a Bernese Mountain Dog into your home without it.
So much more than just a simple coffeetable book June 6, 2004
Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA)
22 out of 22 found this review helpful
The Bernese Mountain Dog: A Dog Of Destiny by Bernd Guenter (a member of the Dog Writers Association of America and the World Dog Press Association) is so much more than just a simple coffeetable book of wonderful photographs showcasing a specialized canine breed. The superbly presented and "user friendly" text commences with an introduction and history of the breed, then addresses the "Bernese Mountain Dog Standard". Then their are entire chapters devoted to puppyhood, the adolescent Berner, the adult Berner, showing the Berne (European Style), breeding the Berner, and health issues (including veterinarian selection, vaccinations, deworming, experternal parasites, and specific health problems affecting the breed). Enhanced with appendices for Breed Standards; Useful Addresses; Bibliography; and List of Abbreviations, The Bernese Mountain Dog is comprehensive, exceptionally well written, superbly illustrated throughout, and a "must" addition for the reading list and reference shelf for anyone who's canine companion is the Bernese mountain dog.
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