Two Bernese Mountain Dog Puppies Pick a Spot in the Fall Leaves
Two Bernese Mountain Dog puppies sit shoulder to shoulder in a deep drift of yellow and orange leaves. Their black coats are dusted with rust and white, and a few dry leaf bits cling to their fur. One has a soft, half-open mouth and a hint of a smile, the other watches the camera with quiet curiosity. A gray porch and bushes glow in the autumn light behind.
Fall is a wonderful season for a cool-weather breed. Bernese Mountain Dogs were built for the Swiss Alps, with thick double coats that keep them warm in the cold, so crisp days like this suit them well. Leaf piles are fun to roll in, but it is worth checking for sharp sticks, wet or moldy leaves, and any plants or mushrooms your puppy might try to chew.
After outdoor play, a quick brush helps remove leaves, burrs, and tangles from that long coat, and it is a good chance to check the paws. Brushing a Bernese regularly also cuts down on shedding around the house. Puppies learn to enjoy grooming when it is calm and paired with treats.
These two look perfectly at home in the autumn colors, as if the leaves had been arranged just for them. It is the kind of afternoon that begs for a slow stroll and a long nap afterward.
