Journey

Available

1 year old|Poodle, Bernese Mountain Dog|Female|Medium|Syracuse, IN

🐾 Friendly🤗 Affectionate🚽 House Trained🐕 Dog Friendly🐈 Cat Friendly

Journey

Available

1 year old|Poodle, Bernese Mountain Dog|Female|Medium|Syracuse, IN

🐾 Friendly🤗 Affectionate🚽 House Trained🐕 Dog Friendly🐈 Cat Friendly

Journey is a young, medium-sized female Poodle/Bernese Mountain Dog mix living in Syracuse, IN. She’s around 1 year old, spayed, up to date on vaccinations, house trained, and friendly with dogs, cats, and children. After a difficult start, Journey is looking for a place to settle where she can thrive with plenty of companionship and love.

About Journey

Journey spent months evading people with her siblings before finally being brought to safety. She arrived in rough shape—severely matted and carrying dozens of ticks—but even after it all, Journey kept her gentle spirit. She’s affectionate and thrives on staying close to her people. Journey isn’t afraid to use her voice if she thinks something needs to be said—she can get chatty when she has a lot on her mind. She’s crate trained, appears to be house trained, and shows a strong attachment to her humans. Now living indoors and safe, Journey is still learning about comfort, trust, and a predictable routine after a tough start. She gets along with dogs, cats, and children, making her a flexible fit for a variety of homes. What she needs now is someone who will finish the journey with her and show her life can be stable and kind. Ready to fall in love? Hit apply and lets get started.

Questions about Journey

What type of living environment is this breed usually best suited for?
Journey's mix of Poodle and Bernese Mountain Dog thrives in homes with enough space for moderate activity, ideally with a yard or regular outdoor access. She adapts well to active families who can include her in daily life.
How much outdoor space does this breed typically need?
A medium-sized yard or regular walks are usually enough for a Poodle/Bernese Mountain Dog mix like Journey. She enjoys time outdoors but doesn't need acres to be happy, just consistent exercise.
Is this breed typically suitable for homes with children?
Yes, Journey's breed mix is generally good with children, and Journey herself gets along well with kids, making her a great fit for family life.
Is this breed usually better for first-time or experienced owners?
Journey's mix is intelligent and affectionate, making her suitable for first-time owners who are committed, as well as those with experience.
Does this breed typically get along with dogs?
The Poodle/Bernese Mountain Dog mix tends to be sociable with other dogs, and Journey is reported to get along well with canine companions.
Does this breed typically get along with cats?
Journey gets along well with cats, which is common for her breed mix when properly introduced and socialized.
Does this breed typically get along with small animals?
With early exposure and supervision, a Poodle/Bernese Mountain Dog mix like Journey can coexist peacefully with small animals, though individual temperaments vary.
How does this breed typically behave with strangers?
Journey's breed mix is usually friendly though sometimes reserved at first; she may warm up quickly and enjoys being around people.
How long can this breed typically be left alone?
This breed mix values companionship, so Journey would do best with someone around frequently. She can tolerate some alone time, but long hours on her own aren't ideal.
What level of training does this breed usually require?
Poodle/Bernese Mountain Dog mixes like Journey are intelligent and respond well to consistent, positive training. Basic obedience and socialization give them the best start.
What size range does this breed generally fall into?
Journey is a medium-sized dog, and her mix typically weighs between 35–70 pounds, depending on which side she takes after.
What is the typical lifespan of this breed?
You can expect a healthy Poodle/Bernese Mountain Dog mix like Journey to live about 10–14 years, given good care and regular veterinary visits.
How much does this breed typically shed?
Poodle mixes often have minimal shedding, while Bernese Mountain Dogs shed more. Journey may shed moderately, and regular grooming will keep her coat healthy.