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Cartier

38lbs. – 20″tall

Cartier is out of lines I’ve had in my kennel for over a decade. She is part of the 2nd litter I kept between Coco and Crumpet.  I had kept a litter over 5 years ago and had great success with these puppies so before Coco was retired, I had one last litter to keep these amazing lines around a bit longer. These lines have proven litter after litter, to be healthy, well tempered and have made lovely family dogs!

Cartier is named after the designer, because what name would suit this girl more?!
Her name is synonymous with open-mindedness, curiosity, freedom, sharing and excellence. She is a dog you could walk down the streets of Paris, and everyone would turn around to take a second glance. She is a confident dog who loves to strut what she’s got as she prances along with her owners. She knows she is capable of anything she puts her mind to. No challenge is to big or small. She takes training to a new level. As a kennel dog we haven’t taught her many commands but the few we have taught her she picks up on instantly. She could be a super dog if she was trained in the circus! She is extremely intelligent and works hard to please. We kept her entire litter for our breeding program, and she is mama bear out of the litter. As a puppy she was the calmest of the litter and the most in control of her actions. She would take it upon herself to make sure every other puppy was OK and if one seemed to be excluded, she would always go over to play with it or bring it back into the pack. She has a very caring and protective personality. She is a mentally strong and confident dog. She is a very secure dog in her own skin. The other dogs respect her.

I’m excited to share her wonderful pups and bits of her amazing personality through her puppies with the SwissRidge family!

The pictures above are maternity photos of Cartier which where taken just before she had her first litter. I will update this page with new photo’s when she gets her beach body back!

 

Ferris
42lbs – 19.5″ tall

Ferris is a female Standard Poodle out of the most recent Coco x Crumpet litter. We bred this litter exclusively for our breeding program and kept all 9 sisters and brothers. I’m pleased to announce all her brothers and sisters passed their health clearances which shows these lines have great genetics in both their vertical and horizonal pedigree.
The best words to describe Ferris are sweet, lovable, social, and friendly with all dogs, loyal to her owners but reserved with new people and new surroundings.
Out of all the pups in Ferris’s litter she was the more docile and reserved puppy.  She has a very sweet and gentle nature like her mother Coco. Ferris was with one of the imprint trainers as a puppy and went through Lucas’s online training course. Her imprint trainer said she is extremely intelligent and loves to learn. She said she picked up on training so quickly and excelled in the course. Most often Ferris would prefer a hug or a pat as a reward for doing a good job over a treat. Ferris loves to please and will try very hard in anything she does so her people will be happy with her.
Ferris is an extremely social and outgoing dog in a pack of dogs. Her social calendar is always booked, whether she’s frolicking with her furry pals in the play yards, engaging in play or cuddle time with the employees, going on off leash hikes or swimming in the pool (which she doesn’t love but she is getting used to). She thrives on companionship and enjoys every moment spent with all her doggy friends and people she knows and loves.
Don’t let her playful and outgoing demeanor fool you; Ferris is a connoisseur of cuddles and affection. Once she warms up to you, she wants to by your side at all times. However, entering Ferris’s inner circle isn’t an instantaneous process. With new faces and unfamiliar surroundings, she adopts a reserved stance, requiring a bit of time and patience to build trust and earn her affection. Yet, the reward of witnessing her gradual transformation into a trusting and affectionate companion is well worth the investment.
Ferris has a dual personality when it comes to energy levels. Outdoors, she’s moderately active, bouncing around and playing with lots of enthusiasm. Indoors, she shifts into relaxation mode, adapting to the laid-back atmosphere of her home. She loves to sit or lay in your lap for a massage but is not pushy about it, she just wants to be near you. Like most poodles, Ferris is very agile. Due to her ease to learn, willingness to please and athleticism she would probably make a good candidate for agility courses.
It’s this balance that makes her an ideal companion for various lifestyles.
One of Ferris’s favorite things is the grooming room and being groomed. She is always ready for a bath and the love and affection that comes along with that, she dashes towards the grooming room and leaps onto the grooming table at every opportunity.
On pack walks Ferris is very well-behaved. While her friends may sprint past, Ferris remains faithfully glued to your side. It shows how loyal she is and how she loves her people.
All in all, Ferris is a very sweet and loyal dog that brings just the right balance of playfulness and relaxation to the people and canines around her!

 

Ayhoka

51lbs. – 18″tall

I have always had a difficult time finding poodles from breeders that I would want to add into my breeding program. I seek puppies whose parents have been health-tested for generations, who are well tempered, and who possess the look and structure that are important to better my breeding program. Meeting all of these criteria has been a difficult task. Whenever I thought I found the perfect addition, there was usually a reason I couldn’t add them – either the puppy didn’t pass my strict health testing, their temperament wasn’t just right, or they didn’t grow up to be what I expected. Some may say I’m a bit too selective when adding dogs to my program. I raise a lot of dogs, but only a few actually make the cut.

I decided to breed a litter of poodles for myself. I choose 2 of my most prized poodles Coco and Crumpet. They had a beautiful litter, all of which I kept for my breeding program. Ayhoka was one of these puppies.

This is the 2nd litter of poodles I have kept out of this pairing. I had kept a litter 5 years ago and have had great success with these puppies so before Coco was retired, I had one last litter to keep these amazing lines around a bit longer. These lines have proven litter after litter, over almost one decade to be healthy, well tempered and they have made loving family dogs!

Here is a little more about Ayhoka’s personality!
Ayhoka is one of those dogs that gets lost in the crowd. Which I would say is a good thing because the dogs that stand out usually stand out for a reason. She is quiet, can be reserved at time, always on her best behavior and never starts trouble. She listens well (when we need her to come inside) and sets a good example for other dogs around her. She is like “mama bear”. She is very cooperative and likes to please. She gets along with all the other dogs and never starts any type of trouble. She is part of the “good girls club”.
She is affectionate but on her own terms. I wouldn’t say she is the most affectionate dog in the kennel. She picks and chooses when to give affection. She adores people she knows but it can take her a few moments to warm up to new people. All in all she has a very sweet and easy going personality and I look forward to sharing her puppies with families around the globe!

 

Viola

37.5lbs. – 20″ tall

Viola is out of lines I’ve had in my kennel for over a decade. She is part of the 2nd litter I kept between Coco and Crumpet.  I had kept a litter over 5 years ago and had great success with these puppies so before Coco was retired, I had one last litter to keep these amazing lines around a bit longer. These lines have proven litter after litter, to be healthy, well tempered and have made lovely family dogs!

Viola is an energetic, lively girl with a zest for life. Viola is a girl who mirrors the energy in the room. She is the dog who would be happy to sit on the couch and watch movies on a rainy day or spend the day outside on an adventure. Whatever you want to do she wants to do it with you. Although she definitely needs her daily exercise, Viola LOVES to snuggle. When Viola went to the vet for her Health Clearances, she sat on the couch between two of my staff and took turns laying in each of their laps, giving kisses and patiently waiting for her turn.
Viola loves to hold things in her mouth, whether this be a toy, a blanket, your pant leg or causally removing something from your pocket she likes to hold it in her mouth and present it to you, proud of her findings. Even though she is a poodle she has retriever like qualities! Viola loves to go for pack walks in the forest with her sisters.  She always runs to the very front of the pack but always makes sure to come back and check in every once in awhile. Viola is a very fun, adventurous and loving girl. She has a social and outgoing personality and is everyone’s best friend. Many of the pups in her litter have similar characteristics and this is exactly the type of dogs I love to add to my breeding program. Fun, social and bubbly are great words to describe her personality!

 

Frannie

43.5lbs. – 20.5″tall

 

 

 

Lola

44 lbs. – 21″tall

Lola was bred and raised at SwissRidge kennels. Her parents are Coco and Crumpet. She was the last litter Coco had before retiring.
These lines fall nothing short of amazing. We kept all the puppies from this litter for our breeding program and all of them passed every health clearance (Ford, Ahyokah, Cartier, Dior, Ferris, Frannie, Lola and Viola). This is actually our 2nd breeding between these two. We did it once before in 2015 and also kept all the pups in that litter. They also passed all their health clearances and have been producing amazing temperaments, healthy and gorgeous pups for us over the years. Pups from the 2015 litter where (Annie, Cadbury, Emma, Sundae, Hershey, Grommet and Hanky). You can find many people on our SwissRidge facebook page who have incredible puppies out of these lines!

Lola is a very spicy, spunky, active and outgoing girl. She is full of love, life and adventure. There is never a dull moment around this girl! She is a social butterfly, taking every opportunity to explore her environment, play with her doggy friends and hunting down humans for extra pets and love! She is a happy dog, her tail is always wagging and she is as happy as they come. She always has a positive attitude. She is either wanting to play with the other dogs and my employees or she is trying to outsmart everyone! She has a love for life! She has a bit of a dramatic side to her. If she doesn’t like something she will let it be known to everyone around her.
All in all she is a great pup that would thrive with active people who want a bubbly and fun dog! Watch her video below to see a little more insight into her personality!

 

Dior

39lbs. – 20″tall

Dior is a stunning red and white standard poodle, her vibrant coloring turns heads wherever she goes! Comments are made all the time like “what a beautiful dog” and “I’ve never seen a poodle with such gorgeous markings”. I have always had a difficult time finding poodles from breeders that I would want to add into my breeding program. I seek puppies whose parents have been health-tested for generations, who are well tempered, and who possess the look and structure that are important to better my breeding program. Meeting all of these criteria has been a difficult task. Whenever I thought I found the perfect addition, there was usually a reason I couldn’t add them – either the puppy didn’t pass my strict health testing, their temperament wasn’t just right, or they didn’t grow up to be what I expected. Some may say I’m a bit too selective when adding dogs to my program. I raise a lot of dogs, but only a few actually make the cut.

I decided to breed a litter of poodles for myself. I choose 2 of my most prized poodles Coco and Crumpet. They had a beautiful litter, all of which I kept for my breeding program. Dior was one of these puppies.

This is the 2nd litter of poodles I have kept out of this pairing. I had kept a litter 5 years ago and have had great success with these puppies so before Coco was retired, I had one last litter to keep these amazing lines around a bit longer. These lines have proven litter after litter, over almost one decade to be healthy, well tempered and they have made loving family dogs!

Dior has a very affectionate and outgoing personality. She has been raised and lived with one of my employees for the first 9 months of her life. Her entire family fell in love with Dior. Her spunky, fun and social personality would win anyone’s heart! She is the type of dog that loves everyone. She is very playful, goofy and is very spirited. She has spring in her feet when she plays. She can leap over other dogs in the yard with little effort. She is an extremely happy dog and is everyone’s best friend. She gets along with all the dogs and just wants to play 24/7. If you are having a bad day some cuddles from Dior will make everything OK! Dior is a doll! Extremely affectionate, social and playful are the best words to describe her. Check out her video to get an idea of her personality.

Nala 110 lbs. – 26″ tall

 

Nala is one of our largest Bernese, out sizing most at 110lbs. Nala has inherited the deep loyalty and devotion that the Bernese Mountain dog is known for. She is extremely gentle and warm-hearted towards her people and is a perfect companion, ready for any adventure no matter the task and happy to be with her pack. She is a very low maintenance dog and if not for her stunning looks and sheer size which gives her such a strong presence, you would hardly be able to tell she’s there. She undoubtedly loves the snow more than anything and would spend the entirety of the Winter outside if it was up to her. Although she carries a calmer and content disposition, she like any dog has her quirks and games that she loves and is always up for a round of fetch or chase and tackle with her friends and would continue until she is blue in the face, but on the average day she is happy to roll around and take in the fresh air. Nala is great with kids and is always a crowd favourite, often rolling over to expose her belly for rubs when people gather to pet her. She is a poised and confident dog, though she often does not seek people out and is not easily excitable by people like some. She would much rather bury her face in someone she trusts lap to show her fondness and can be somewhat heedful to those she does not know. She is extremely sociable with other animals, especially dogs and is always the first to initiate play, making sure everyone gets in on the fun. Nala’s perfect day is a snowy one with a walk on the trails with her favourite pals, a car ride to Tim Hortons to get her favourite Timbit and ends with a snuggle and a nice warm blanket and a bone.

Nala is extremely well mannered and docile for the most part, eager to please and easy to train. She can be somewhat of a troublemaker when she is bored or lacking attention and has stubborn tendencies which known to often come with the breed. She is very intelligent, with a deep love for food as well as praise and encouragement filled training sessions. She also knows how to self entertain and is good at being independent when necessary. Nala is the type of dog that can make fun with a leaf for as long as necessary if there if no one to fulfill her by engaging in her spurts of energy and desire to play. She is great to take out, with no reactive tendencies and is rather indifferent to things around her. She is a well-balanced dog and has a strong mind and a stronger heart and to call her an amazing dog would be an understatement.

 

Delilah 76.4lbs. – 20″ tall

Delilah is an adorable, loving and quirky Bernese Mountain dog bred and raised at SwissRidge Kennels. She is out of Isla and Odin (please go to their individual pages to find out more about these amazing and well-bred lines).
There were 6 female pups in this litter and we kept all 6 for our breeding program. I’m happy to announce that all 6 siblings passed their clearance which shows very strong and healthy genetics in both their vertical and horizontal pedigree’s!
You can check out all of Delilah’s siblings to find out more about the lines (Navy, Storm, Betty, Harley, Olive).
Here is a little more about Delilah’s personality:
Delilah is like a big, fluffy ball of happiness! She can’t ever get enough cuddles and hugs. Whenever you’re feeling a little down, she’s right there, ready to snuggle up and share her warmth. She will lay flat across your chest refusing to move and giving you so much love until you can’t help but laugh at her silliness.
Delilah has a love for hugs, which has created a bad habit of her jumping up and wrapping her legs around our waste but who can resist the love of a Berner. She doesn’t just enjoy giving them; she’s a pro at receiving them as well and will melt into your arms. Whenever you leave the room even for one minuet, she acts like you have been gone for years and is so happy to greet you.
Delilah also has a playful side that’s just too cute to resist. She’s a bit quirky, always adding a sprinkle of fun to our day. One of her signature moves is the play bow – she lowers her front end, wiggling her tail, and looking at you with those big, expressive eyes. It’s her way of saying, “Let’s play together!” She’s like a little comedian, always ready to turn a regular day into a joy-filled adventure.
Delilah loves the snow (just like most Bernese) and when the yard fills with snow it’s like her winter wonderland. She gets so excited, diving face first, rolling and seeing how much of her body she can cover with the snow. She would rather sit out all day in the cold snow than come inside. Winter is her favorite time of year!
She also has a love for her spa days! She loves the bath (which isn’t always typical of the Bernese breed). She loves the blow-dryer, getting her nails clipped and ears cleaned. Her favorite thing of all is getting brushed. The more physical attention she gets from humans the better and she loves to be clean!
Out of all her littermates Delilah is the calmer and more relaxed one in the litter!
All in all, Delilah is a bundle of love, joy, and charming quirks. Her personality is so heartwarming that spending time with her feels like being wrapped in a cozy blanket of happiness. Her gentle eyes and soft fur have a magical way of melting away any stress. I can’t wait to share her puppies with families around the globe and add a little bit of Delilah’s sweet personality to some lucky families!

Navy 85lbs. – 20.5″ tall

Meet Navy, an amazing and sweet Bernese Mountain dog, proudly bred and raised at SwissRidge Kennels. She is out of Isla and Odin (please go to their individual pages to find out more about these amazing and well-bred lines).
There were 6 female pups in this litter and we kept all 6 for our breeding program. I’m happy to announce that all 6 siblings passed their clearance which shows very strong and healthy genetics in both their vertical and horizontal pedigree’s!
You can check out all of Navy’s siblings to find out more about the lines (Delilah, Storm, Betty, Harley, Olive).
Here is a little more about Navy’s personality:
Navy is an amazing and sweet dog. She has a unique charm that sets her apart from all the rest. She has one blue eye and one brown eye! This distinctive trait, considered uncommon in the Bernese breed, inspired her name. Much like her mother Isla, Navy has a warm and friendly personality, making her such an amazing dog and very welcoming to be around.
Navy is a true tomboy at heart. She is athletic and loves to get down and dirty once in awhile. Navy loves to run and play in the yard with her siblings and toys. Especially the big jolly ball toys. As soon as she gets into the yard, she b-lines it straight for the ball and picks it up, teasing all the other dogs as she prances around the yard carrying her prized possession.
Navy is a foodie at heart. She lives and breath for her next meal. She is one of the dogs that could easily convince anyone that she’s been skipped at mealtime, eagerly awaiting another chance to indulge. To manage her enthusiasm, we introduced a slow feeder bowl, this helps her to enjoy her meals more slowly.
Due to her love of food, she is extremely easy to train. She’s willing to do just about anything for that treat (that includes giving up her Jolly ball). One thing she hasn’t quite conquered yet is catching a treat that is thrown to her. She always gives it her all where effort is concerned but the treat almost always bounces off her forehead. I would describe Navy as a fun and goofy girl. Nothing really bothers her. She has a very passive personality.
In summary, Navy is a fun-loving and goofy pup, she brings a lot of joy and laughter to the kennel. Her amazing and sweet personality, coupled with her strong lineage, makes her the perfect dog to enter our breeding program and she has already started producing amazing puppies for families around the globe!

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