A “Swiss kiss” is a white mark located typically behind the neck, but may be a part of the neck. A full ring would not meet type standard. The AKC breed standard lists, as disqualifications, blue eye color, and any ground color other than black. Weight is 80–120 lb (35–55 kg) for males, while it is 75–100 lb (35–45 kg) for females. The average life expectancy of a Bernese Mountain Dog is approximately 7 to 8 years. Most other breeds of a similar size have median longevities of 10–11 years. In a 2004 UK survey, the longest-lived of 394 deceased Bernese Mountain Dogs died at the age of 15.2 years.
80–120 lb (35–55 kg) for males, while it is 75–100 lb (35–45 kg) for females.|7 to 8 years. 80–120 lb (35–55 kg)|75–100 lb (35–45 kg)|7 to 8 years. Weight is 80–120 lb (35–55 kg) for males,|75–100 lb (35–45 kg) for females.|10–11 years.
80–120 lb (35–55 kg) for males, while it is 75–100 lb (35–45 kg) for females.|7 to 8 years. 80–120 lb (35–55 kg)|75–100 lb (35–45 kg)|7 to 8 years. Weight is 80–120 lb (35–55 kg) for males,|75–100 lb (35–45 kg) for females.|10–11 years.