* Picture courtesy of Tom and Nancy Guisti -
this lovely Raku plaque was donated by them to this year's Health Auction
APRIL 24-29, 2017
Holiday Inn, Portland Airport
Portland, OR 97220
For Bernese Mountain Dog lovers from all over the world, the National Bernese Mountain Dog of America Specialty is Berner Heaven for a whole entire week. This annual show is free to the public, so come on down just to experience a day or an entire week of exciting Bernese mania.
The week is full of fun filled competitions, to include Berner working events such as sheep herding and draft:
There are photo contests, Health Auctions, Banquets, and great seminars held by the Berner U.
The BERNER UNIVERSITY is a two- day educational conference about the breed, including seminars and workshops taught by leading veterinary researchers, animal behaviorists and BMDCA members with specific expertise.
Bernese of all ages, shapes and sizes attend the event with the show cumulating with "Best in Show" being awarded on the last day of the event.
Last year's winner in Frankenmuth, MI was Marben's McChouffe v Ayehli, "Micki"
Owner(s): Tiggie Gerli and Fara Bushnell and Tami Luddeke
Breeder(s): Tiggie Gerli | Judge: Ms. Alisa A. Ebnet
Find out more about attending the show HERE.
Alpen Schatz is excited to be participating as a vendor for our 16th year in a row!
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Schlappi (rt) and Smokie Bear(lft) - original Alpen Schatz Bernese -
Telluride, Colorado 2003 |
Having founded our business with Schlappi, the original Alpen Schatz Bernese model of our signature Swiss Dog Collars, we would not miss this event for anything!
We LOVE our Bernese friends and fans - each year is another treasure for us to participate!
COME SHOP ALPEN SCHATZ!
Besides our signature handcrafted Swiss Collars and Cowbells, check out some of the cool items we will have at the show this year:
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Cute NEW Alp-N-Rock Swiss Apparel
Mireille modelling her trendy Alp N Rock Fleece |
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Our Unique Swiss Watches -
we many new styles this year! |
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Classic Alpine Dirndl's |
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Overall, an Alpine Emporium of fine Alpine and Bernese Treasures |
Your Alpen Schatz Team!