Dog Adoption
How to Re-home Your Pet [Step-by-Step Guide]
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Find out how to re-home your pet responsibly. Learn the steps to ensure a safe and smooth transition for your pet into a new loving home.
December 3, 2025711 views
Find gentle Bernese Mountain Dogs needing new homes. Connect directly with owners who need to rehome their beloved gentle giants due to life changes.
Discover the joy of welcoming a gentle giant into your family
When you adopt a Bernese Mountain Dog, you're welcoming a gentle soul who will fill your home with calm, devoted love. These magnificent companions are known for their patient nature with children, their unwavering loyalty to family, and their ability to bring peace and comfort to every day. Their stunning tri-color coat and soulful eyes reflect a heart full of unconditional love, ready to make every moment precious with the right family.
Perfect for families who appreciate calm, patient companions with hearts of gold
Incredibly loyal dogs who form deep bonds and thrive as cherished family members
Peaceful nature perfect for creating a serene, loving home atmosphere
Natural therapy dogs with an intuitive ability to comfort and heal
Established Gentle Nature
Know exactly the calm, loving companion you're bringing home
Skip the Puppy Phase
Enjoy a mature companion without the challenges of giant puppyhood
Often Well-Trained
Many adult Bernese come with excellent manners and training
Grateful Hearts
Adult dogs form incredibly deep bonds with their new families
Gentle with Children
Patient nature makes them wonderful family dogs for all ages
Beautiful Companions
Stunning tri-color coat that's part of their majestic charm
Perfect Cuddle Partners
Their size makes them ideal for those who love big, warm hugs
Devoted Companions
Unwavering loyalty that makes every day special
Understanding adoption fees and what's included
Gentle giants in their prime years
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Mature companions with established gentle temperaments
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Sweet seniors bringing years of gentle love
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Extra special dogs looking for understanding families
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Adopting an adult Bernese Mountain Dog is an investment in love that costs significantly less than purchasing a puppy. You'll save while gaining a mature companion with an established gentle temperament who's ready to become part of your family. Every moment with these gentle giants is precious, and proactive wellness care ensures they live their best life.
Give a gentle giant a second chance at happiness
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From search to forever home - your pet adoption journey in 4 simple steps
Browse through verified pets looking for their forever homes in your area
Message owners directly to learn about the pet's personality and needs
Arrange a safe meeting to see if you and the pet are a perfect match
Complete the adoption process and give a loving pet their forever home
Browse through verified pets looking for their forever homes in your area
Message owners directly to learn about the pet's personality and needs
Arrange a safe meeting to see if you and the pet are a perfect match
Complete the adoption process and give a loving pet their forever home
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All pets and owners are verified, ensuring safe and transparent adoptions.
Communicate directly with current owners to understand each pet's unique story.
Find adoptable pets in your area for convenient meetings and visits.
Access health records, behavioral notes, and care requirements upfront.
Thousands of loving pets are waiting for their forever homes.
Start AdoptingOur thorough process ensures successful matches
Open communication about your home
Enthusiasm for the breed
All household members welcome
Ready to welcome your gentle giant
Patience and love during transition
Lifetime commitment to love
Setting up for a successful adoption match
Essential preparations for a gentle giant
Real stories from dog owners who found perfect companions on Petmeetly
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Savannah Copeland
Illinois, US
Max is absolutely wonderful. I am so pleased with Petmeetly that I will definitely utilize Petmeetly again when I am ready to adopt again.
Veronicas Voice
California, US
I met Aoife and her family and decided to adopt her from them that day. She’s a dream puppy!
Cynthia
New York, US
Proactive care for your gentle giant's best life
Regular wellness checks ensure your Bernese lives their best, most comfortable life.
Maintain optimal comfort with proper nutrition and gentle exercise routines.
Regular check-ups keep their loving heart strong and healthy.
Proper nutrition helps them maintain their majestic, healthy appearance.
These sensitive souls bloom beautifully with patience and love in their new home.
Enjoy peaceful walks and gentle play that suits their calm nature.
Their beautiful coat keeps them comfortable in cool weather they love.
Build relationships with caring veterinarians who understand gentle giants.
Expert advice on adopting and caring for gentle giants
Find out how to re-home your pet responsibly. Learn the steps to ensure a safe and smooth transition for your pet into a new loving home.
Download our complete dog adoption checklist to prepare for your new pet. Ensure a smooth, joyful transition into your loving home.
Find loving dogs of various breeds waiting for their forever homes
Give a Bernese Mountain Dog the loving home they deserve. Your devoted companion is waiting to fill your life with calm, gentle love.