Health Guarantee

Our Commitment to Healthy, Well‑Bred Puppies

At Bear Acres Kennel, the health and well‑being of our Bernese Mountain Dog and Newfoundland puppies is our highest priority. We stand behind our breeding program and provide a clear, written health guarantee to give our puppy families confidence and peace of mind.

This page outlines our health practices, veterinary care standards, and long‑term commitment to every puppy we raise.

Veterinary Care & Early Health Practices

Before leaving our care, every puppy receives:

  • Comprehensive veterinary examination

  • Age‑appropriate vaccinations

  • Routine deworming schedule

  • Health records provided at pickup

Puppies are monitored daily and raised in a clean, enriched environment designed to support strong immune systems and proper development.

👉 Learn more about our breeding values on our About Bear Acres Kennel page.

Genetic Health & Responsible Breeding

We carefully select breeding dogs based on health, structure, and temperament. Our breeding dogs are evaluated using breed‑appropriate health testing, with a strong focus on reducing the risk of hereditary conditions common in large breeds.

Health screening may include (as appropriate by breed):

  • Hips and elbows

  • Cardiac evaluations

  • Genetic screening

We encourage all prospective owners to review independent health organizations such as:

These organizations help set the standards for responsible breeding and canine health transparency.

Written Health Guarantee

Each puppy from Bear Acres Kennel is accompanied by a written health guarantee, which covers:

  • Congenital or hereditary conditions diagnosed within the guarantee period

  • Clear terms and conditions provided in writing

  • Support and guidance should a health concern arise

Specific details of the guarantee are reviewed with each family prior to placement to ensure clarity and understanding.

Buyer Responsibilities

To ensure the long‑term health of your puppy, we ask that new owners:

  • Have the puppy examined by a licensed veterinarian within the required timeframe after pickup

  • Maintain proper nutrition suitable for large‑breed puppies

  • Follow a recommended vaccination schedule

  • Provide appropriate exercise without excessive strain during growth

These steps help protect your puppy’s development and validate the health guarantee.

Lifetime Responsibility

We consider every puppy we produce to be our responsibility for life.

If at any point an owner is unable to keep their dog, we ask that the dog be returned to Bear Acres Kennel or that we assist with safe rehoming. Our goal is always the well‑being of the dog.

Learn More & Next Steps

We are always happy to discuss our health standards and answer any questions you may have about our puppies or breeding program.