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The King Sat on the Lion Throne and the Bernese Looked Amazingly Gentle

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A golden crown sits above the black-and-white face of a Bernese Mountain Dog, whose rust-colored eyebrows and gentle gaze make him look kind rather than stern. He is seated on a carved wooden throne with lion heads on the arms, wrapped in a burgundy velvet robe embroidered with gold and trimmed in white ermine. A gold chain and a jeweled collar glitter on his chest, and a fringed gold epaulette sits on one shoulder. Behind the throne are patterned wallpaper and a green curtain with a tassel, and the whole portrait glows with quiet majesty.

Bernese Mountain Dogs came from the Swiss countryside, where they pulled carts and guarded farms. Today they are known as sweet, loyal family companions with a calm, easygoing nature. Their thick tricolor coat needs regular brushing, and they shed quite a lot. Because they were made for cool mountain weather, they can struggle in heat, so provide shade, water, and cool resting places. They are large dogs with a shorter average lifespan than many breeds, so regular vet visits, healthy weight, and joint care matter. They love company and do best when included in family life.

The king rules by kindness, and his throne is mostly an excuse for a good long rest. His kingdom runs smoothly on belly rubs, gentle walks, and the occasional crown-wobbling shake of his big furry head.

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