Welcome to our rescue page

At BlackBriar Bernedoodles , we are dedicated to breeding healthy and robust puppies. Our breeding program focuses on genetic health, temperament, and structural integrity. We take pride in our dogs and our work and strive to produce puppies that will go on to have happy lives as cherished family members. We stand behind our dogs 100%, for life. This commitment grounds our integrity and reputation as ethical,  dedicated breeders.

Curently there is a 11 month old female mini Bernedoodle that is here as a rescue, and we hope to find a happy home for her.

She was initially adopted by an older couple who adored her and did everything right. They her took to obedience classes, introduced her to the vet and the groomers, were working on crate training, gave her a rich home environment and were committed to her proper socialization.  Unfortunately, one of her owners developed serious cardiac issues and was hospitalized, and then went to a cardiac rehab facility - where complications surfaced. The puppy, who was named Pip, was placed in a long-term boarding kennel. When they were finally able to take her back home, she was no longer the easy puppy she had been. She showed typical ' kennel' behavior - jumping, pushiness, really incessant barking, loss of crate and housetraining, and so forth. Plus she was now older, and an adolescent puppy, with a big personality. The couple was overwhelmed by Pip, and although they tried very hard to turn things around, she was surrendered to us in the hope that a loving placement could be found for her.

She is about 35 pounds, mostly white with black and grey markings on her face and at the base of her tail. She has a wavy/curly coat - we shaved her due to matting, and her new coat is coming in now. She is good in the car, and has a good recall. She is not food or toy aggressive. She is up to  date on her vaccines. She has done well with the other dogs here and is not aggressive, but will occasionally try to throw her weight around with the younger dogs. The barking is much, much  better, but not entirely eliminated. 

She would do well with a kind, no-nonsense person who won't allow her to push any limits. She is very intelligent and loyal, and is motivated for attention and treats which will help in her retraining. She really wants to bond. Structure and a reliable schedule will be important for her. She is solid at her core. She just needs someone to give her a chance.

Serious inquiries only please.  There is no adoption fee for her, but we ask for a donation to either Hopkinton Animal Shelter, or to K9 Rehab, which does outstanding work n rehabilitating  long term kennel dogs. 

There are times when circumstances intervene in terrible ways that make it impossible to keep a dog. Loss of job or home, accident, disability, and death are just a few reasons this can occur.  Sometimes people are just overwhelmed and despairing. Sometimes the dog was a terrible fit from the start. There is a lot of pain and suffering in the world, and we try to support the humans in the equation as well as the dogs without adding to the heartache. No judgement, just solutions. We do this as a way to give back, in honor of and with gratitude for, the beloved dogs who have made our lives richer and more joyful over many years.

It's my strong belief that life will often put in our path exactly what we need at that time. Sometimes it's a dog who has lost their family and security. Or a dog that is still waiting for the family or person to whom he will devote his entire life.

Countless men, women, and children of all ages have had their lives grounded and transformed by a a dog who was "rescued."  

Rescues are not always available, so if this option is of interest to you, check in with us from time to time. We will always be happy to hear from you.     

Warmest regards, Anne      blackbriardoodles@gmail.com