Micro Bernedoodle puppies at Blue Diamond start life differently than most. A puppy trainer evaluates each dog individually, writes a full personality profile, and matches each pup to the right family based on documented temperament data. F1b generation only. Puppies ready to go home starting at $3,495.
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Blue Diamond breeds F1b Micro Bernedoodles, meaning a first-generation Bernedoodle is bred back to a Miniature Poodle. That pairing produces a dog that is approximately 75% Poodle and 25% Bernese Mountain Dog. Puppies end up with a wavy to curly, low-shedding coat and an adult weight that stays well under 25 pounds.
| Adult weight | 15 to 25 lbs |
| Height at shoulder | 12 to 17 inches |
| Lifespan | 14 to 18 years |
| Generation at Blue Diamond | F1b (75% Poodle / 25% Bernese) |
| Shedding | Minimal to none |
| Coat | Wavy to curly |
| Hypoallergenic | Yes, low dander |
The breed was developed to create a smaller version of the Bernedoodle. Their micro size works out better for apartments, smaller homes, and everyday life. Breeders also wanted to retain the calm, affectionate personality that made the Bernedoodle so popular. They’re small enough to travel easily, gentle enough for homes with kids, and calm enough to settle into a quiet household just as naturally as an active one.
Micro Bernedoodles fall in the medium-energy range. They’re not couch potatoes, but they won’t wear a hole in your carpet either. Thirty to forty-five minutes of daily activity keeps most adults content. A walk in the morning, some playtime in the afternoon, and a spot on the couch in the evening covers it.
F1b stands for first-generation backcross. An F1b Micro Bernedoodle has one F1 Bernedoodle parent and one Miniature Poodle parent, which shifts the genetics to approximately 75% Poodle and 25% Bernese Mountain Dog. Blue Diamond breeds F1b exclusively for the Micro size.
The breeding classification matters because it predicts the traits your puppy is likely to carry. F1 Bernedoodles mean the puppy is 50% Bernese and 50% Poodle. Puppies show more variation in coat type and adult size from one puppy to the next within the same litter. The F1b backcross tightens both. Coat texture tends to be curlier and lower-shedding. The puppies’ adult size becomes more predictable within a litter because the second Poodle parent adds another layer of genetic influence toward the microsize.
What doesn’t change much is the temperament. The Bernese Mountain Dog’s calm, patient nature carries through even at 25% of the genetic makeup. Blue Diamond families consistently describe their Micro Bernedoodles as gentle and deeply bonded. That’s the opposite of the high-strung behavior that sometimes defines other small breeds. You get the Poodle’s intelligence and low-shedding coat paired with enough Bernese temperament to keep the dog easygoing, adaptable, and genuinely good with people.
Micro Bernedoodles are affectionate, perceptive, and deeply attached to their families. Most settle into new homes within days and establish a clear preference for being wherever their person is. The velcro-dog description gets used a lot by Blue Diamond families after the first few weeks with their puppy, and it’s accurate. Micro Bernedoodles don’t do well left alone for long stretches, and households with very long work hours and no dog sitter should factor that in before committing.
Males tend to be more openly affectionate. They push for physical closeness and are usually the ones climbing into laps uninvited. Females lean slightly more independent but stay highly social and devoted to their families. Both are gentle with children and easy-going around other pets. This is where Kimberly’s individual temperament reports tell families far more than the gender label alone does.
With strangers, Micro Bernedoodles are friendly but measured. They warm up quickly rather than retreating, which makes them well-suited for households with regular visitors. Give a new person five minutes and most will be sniffing shoes and asking for attention. They’re not watchdogs and won’t bark at every noise.
Training is a real strength of the breed. The F1b generation carries strong Poodle intelligence, and these dogs pick up commands quickly with positive reinforcement. Short training sessions beat long ones. Ten to fifteen minutes twice a day outperforms a single forty-minute block, and keeping drills varied holds attention far better than repeating the same command until the dog tunes out. Start the first session on day one at home.
Adult Micro Bernedoodles at Blue Diamond run around 15 pounds and 25 pounds and stand 12 to 17 inches at the shoulder. Males tend to land toward the higher end of that range. The actual size of a specific puppy depends on both parent dogs’ weights, and Blue Diamond provides a size estimate for each litter based on the dam and sire.
| Age | Estimated weight range |
|---|---|
| 8 weeks (go-home age) | 4 to 7 lbs |
| 3 months | 7 to 10 lbs |
| 6 months | 10 to 18 lbs |
| 12 months | 14 to 23 lbs |
| Full grown (10 to 14 months) | 15 to 25 lbs |
Micro Bernedoodles reach adult size faster than the larger Bernedoodle sizes. Most hit full height and weight between 10 and 14 months, compared to 18 to 24 months for Standard Bernedoodles. A 24-inch crate fits most adults well and won’t need replacing as the dog fills out.
Blue Diamond raises Bernedoodles across three sizes. Standard Bernedoodles run 60 to 90 pounds. Mini Bernedoodles weigh between 35 and 55 pounds. Micro Bernedoodles stay under 25 pounds. If you’re sitting between sizes and want a direct comparison of energy levels, grooming time, and space requirements, the Standard and Mini breed pages walk through each in full detail.
Coat texture in a Micro Bernedoodle runs wavy to curly. The F1b backcross pushes strongly toward the Poodle’s curl pattern, which is a big part of why these dogs shed so little. Loose hair gets caught in the surrounding coat rather than landing on furniture and clothes. Both wavy and curly coats need consistent brushing to prevent matting. Curly coats in particular will tighten into dense knots without regular maintenance, and a matted coat at the grooming table means the groomer shaves rather than trims.
Blue Diamond Micro Bernedoodles come in several color patterns:
Full descriptions and photos go live on the website alongside each puppy’s listing at 7 weeks old.
All Blue Diamond Micro Bernedoodle coats require regular grooming. A 6 to 8 week grooming schedule prevents matting. Daily brushing between appointments keeps the coat in good condition and makes each grooming visit faster and less stressful for the dog.
Micro Bernedoodles benefit from hybrid vigor, the tendency of first-generation crosses to be healthier than either purebred parent on its own. That’s a large part of why Micro Bernedoodles often live 14 to 18 years, well above the 7 to 10-year average of a purebred Bernese Mountain Dog. Small breeds still carry specific health risks that responsible breeding addresses directly through parent health testing.
Patellar luxation is when the kneecap slips from its normal position. This is the primary orthopedic concern in smaller breed dogs. Micro Bernedoodles carry that susceptibility from the Miniature Poodle side of their genetics. Mild cases cause occasional lameness after vigorous activity. Severe cases require surgical correction. Keeping a Micro Bernedoodle at a healthy body weight reduces stress on the joint and lowers the likelihood of severe cases developing over time. Genetic screening of parent dogs addresses the inherited risk before it reaches the puppy.
Progressive retinal atrophy is a recognized inherited eye condition found in both Poodles and Bernese Mountain Dogs. It causes gradual vision loss and eventually leads to blindness. There is no treatment, but genetic testing of parent dogs before pairing identifies carriers and prevents the production of affected puppies. Every one of Blue Diamonds breeding dogs are tested for PRA.
Small breeds have more teeth in a proportionally smaller jaw, which can cause crowding and increase the risk of periodontal disease earlier than in larger breeds. Daily tooth brushing slows plaque buildup. Dental chews between brushings help. A veterinary dental cleaning on the schedule your vet recommends catches problems before they become painful or require extractions.
Hip dysplasia is less common in small breeds than in large ones, but it remains a risk worth testing for given that both Bernese Mountain Dogs and Poodles carry susceptibility. Health testing of parent dogs before pairing is the primary tool breeders use to reduce the odds of passing it to the next generation. Every buyer receives a vet health certificate for their puppy.
Every Blue Diamond puppy goes home with a veterinary health certificate, age appropriate vaccinations, a deworming record, and documentation of parent health testing. Blue Diamond’s health guarantee covers genetic health conditions for one year from the date of purchase.
Blue Diamond Micro Bernedoodle puppies don’t go through a standard whelping-box-to-go-home process. What happens between birth and 8 weeks determines how a puppy handles its first week in a new home. The months that follow depend on it too.
ENS starts at day 3 and runs through day 16. Each puppy receives five specific handling exercises once per day during this window: tactile stimulation, thermal stimulation, head-up positioning, head-down positioning, and supine positioning. The research behind ENS, originally developed for military working dogs, shows that mild stimulation during the early neurological development window produces dogs with stronger cardiovascular systems, improved stress tolerance, and greater adaptability to new environments. A Micro Bernedoodle that’s been through ENS handles its first car ride, first vet visit, and first week in a new home with noticeably more confidence than one that hasn’t.
Kimberly, Blue Diamond’s independent puppy trainer, evaluates every puppy at 7 weeks. She assesses each dog individually across multiple temperament dimensions, including energy level, response to handling, and reaction to new people and other dogs. She writes a full personality description for each puppy. That report goes live on the website alongside the puppy’s listing. Families choosing a Micro Bernedoodle from Blue Diamond don’t get a generic breed description. They get a profile of the specific dog they’re considering.
Between ENS and Kimberly’s evaluation, each puppy spends weeks being handled by multiple people, exposed to household sounds, moved through different environments, and socialized with other dogs. By go-home day, these aren’t puppies that have only ever seen the inside of one room.
Available puppies post on this page as soon as Kimberly completes temperament testing at 7 weeks. Sign up for the newsletter to get notified the moment a new litter goes live. Litters at $3,495 fill quickly once listings go up.
Puppies with a price listed are available now. Clicking Details on any listing opens Kimberly’s full temperament profile, covering the puppy’s energy level, how it responds to new people and other dogs, and what training approach she recommends for that specific puppy. Reserving a puppy requires a deposit. Klarna is available at checkout for families who want to split the purchase over time. Credit card payments are preferred for deposits. Cash or card for full payments.
Puppies go home at 8 weeks old. No puppy leaves before this age, regardless of family requests or scheduling preferences. This is because 8 weeks is the developmental window when puppies are ready to separate from their litters. They are also ready to build attachment to a new family without lasting stress. Eight weeks is the standard. No exceptions. Blue Diamond connects families beyond a reasonable driving distance with vetted transporters. These professionals coordinate the details of safely transporting our puppies to their forever homes. All puppies leave with a health certificate, full vaccination record and deworming documentation. They also receive Kimberly’s written temperament profile and any relevant parent health testing paperwork for that litter.
Adult Micro Bernedoodles do well with 30 to 45 minutes of activity daily. You can easily split this between a morning walk and an afternoon play session. Puppies need far less organized playtime and exercise than adults. A widely used guideline for small-breed puppies is 5 minutes of leash walking per month of age, twice per day, to protect developing joints during the growth phase. High-impact running and jumping should wait until the dog is at least 12 months old.
Mental stimulation counts as much as physical activity for this breed. Puzzle toys, short training sessions, and interactive play keep a Micro Bernedoodle’s mind engaged on days when a long walk isn’t possible.
Micro Bernedoodle coats need brushing three to four times per week at a minimum. Daily brushing is required. Utilizing a slicker brush and a metal comb are the two tools that work best. The brush loosens surface knots, and the comb gets through to the undercoat where mats start. Grooming on a 6 to 8-week schedule keeps the dogs fur at a manageable length and prevents the dense, tight tangles. Groomers will shave a dog’s coat that produces tight tangles. Introduce brushing your puppy’s coat during the first week at home. Puppies that learn to stay calm during handling early tolerate grooming far better as adults.
Ear cleaning is important in small, floppy-eared breeds. Moisture trapped in the ear canal creates conditions for infection. Checking your puppy’s ears weekly is necessary. Ask your vet for an approved solution when needed.
Micro Bernedoodles should be fed a high-quality small-breed dog food. Small-breed puppy formulas support healthy growth and appropriate calorie intake to help them stay under 25 pounds. After 12 months, you can move the puppy to a small-breed adult formula. Two meals per day are recommended for adults. A 20-pound adult Micro Bernedoodle eats approximately 3/4 cup up to 1 cup of dry food daily. This depends on the formula’s calorie formulation. Check the feeding guide for your specific food and adjust based on the overall weight and shape of your pet. Overfeeding a small dog can create stress on joints and organs.
Micro Bernedoodles respond well to short, positive training sessions. Training sessions should start on the first day at home. Poodle intelligence in the F1b cross means these dogs learn quickly and get bored quickly. Ensure your training sessions do not consist of the same drill repeated too many times in a single session. Ten to fifteen minutes twice a day with varied drills builds a well-trained dog faster than long, infrequent sessions. Consistency matters more than intensity.
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Starting at $3,495. Reach Blue Diamond through the contact page with any questions before reserving.
