When I decided to become a dog breeder I wanted to be the most responsible breeder I could be.  There are already too many irresponsible breeders producing unwanted animals that ultimately end up being put to sleep, I refused to add myself or any puppies that I produced to the problem.  I first joined a breed club and learned everything I could about breeding pure breed dogs in general and Bernese and St Bernard in particular.  I breed for health, temperament, and type in that order. Health is the number one priority for me, what good is it to have a Bernese with an early onset heart murmur and unable to live out a full life? Temperament is second only to health. It’s that wonderful disposition that sets St Bernards apart from other breeds. If Berners lose their temperament, then they will become just another pretty face with a bad attitude.