I just replied to your PM Please keep me updated on your friend's breeder choice and if she gets a Swissie!!

I know my breeder in North Carolina loves it when people show his dogs,lol...he wanted me to show Harlee, but it wasn't in the cards for me at this point in my life, and I probably dissapointed him when I said no, and finally got her spayed, but he has many show dogs (some have even went to Westminster)...but like i said, all of the breeders registered on that website that I sent you, should be very reputable...it's a good site.

There is a Swissie dog show once a year in Oley, PA (not sure how far that is from your friend), but we have gone for the past 3 years (this year we won't be going, since it is too close to my due date). I believe it is in mid May. If she wants to know more about that, I can get info. The show is at a fire house and is outside and probably has like 50 Swissies and several Berners there...as well as many breeders, I am sure. There is weight pulling, showing, and other things that they do. It is a nice relaxed atmosphere.

I have only owed 2 Swissies in my life (and will most likely own many more), but they have both been great dogs (really different personalities), but nice dogs. But she can't do enough research when searching for that perfect breed for herself Swissies have some funny quirks and males can be slow to potty train, but she will learn lots from whatever breeder she decides on. Aside from those traits, they are big loveable goofs, some more intelligent than others ( just like any breed)...but we love them and will have more in our future. Good luck!