Mike And Evelyn Shank

Mike And Evelyn Shank, Bernese mountain dog and Labrador retriever breeders in Bridgewater, VA, serve Rockingham County and the Shenandoah Valley near Harrisonburg. They follow national club standards for each breed and arrange comprehensive health screenings with a local veterinarian before placing puppies. Their adults live as family dogs in a home environment, and puppies begin socialization with children, cats, and everyday household sounds from an early age.

The Shanks maintain clean, climate-controlled spaces with safe outdoor access for daily exercise and enrichment. Several of their puppies have gone on to therapy work, sporting competitions, or loving companion roles, and families note open communication throughout the adoption process. They are available to discuss breed characteristics and offer guidance on training milestones, ensuring each match aligns with a new owner’s lifestyle.

Puppy outings include supervised visits to local parks and exposure to common household routines to build confidence before adoption.