Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Bernese Irish Golden aka the B.I.G. cost? Prices varies from breeder to breeder and can depend on many factors like breeder experience, health warranty, pedigree, color, health testing of parents and more. Here at Oak Creek, our prices reflect the quality of our breeding and the commitment we have to the B.I.G. mix. As experienced breeders, we are dedicated to raising a superior health, B.I.G. puppy who will become a special part of its new family. We ask $2800 for our puppies. Our price for a B.I.G. puppy is the same regardless of its expected adult size, gender or markings. We offer $100 back to our puppies’ families in the form of a rebate (we write a check back to the puppy’s owner). To quality for the rebate, the puppy needs to be trained in basic obedience so that it can pass the AKC’s basic obedience certification, the Canine Good Citizen test (CGC Certification), and we will offer $100 back to the owner. Through this rebate, Oak Creek promotes responsible dog ownership. The American Kennel Club’s Canine Good Citizen program is a 10-step test that certifies dogs who have good manners at home and in the community. Through the CGC rebate, we wish to encourage good training for our puppies, as this supports happy dogs and happy families.

They are a medium to large breed dog, and will range from 50 - 75 pounds on average.

1. Three years – This puppy is warranted up to the purchase price against any debilitating congenital defects as determined by arbitration of a neutral third- party, if necessary, extending to three years from its birth date. This 3-Year warranty does not include viral illnesses, infections, improper bites, hernias, hypoglycemia, giardia, or coccidiosis. It also does not include any illness due to the ingestion of foreign objects, food, chemicals, or physical injury. ​ 2. One week – The puppy is guaranteed for one week from the delivery date against any viral illness. The delivery date as defined in this document is the date in which the purchaser (or representative of the purchaser) takes physical possession of the puppy. ​ 3. Go to the vet – The purchaser is required to take their puppy to a licensed veterinarian for a checkup within three (3) business days of the delivery date. If the veterinarian should find a debilitating congenital defect the puppy may be exchanged with a healthy puppy of the same quality and breed providing the dog is returned within three (3) business days. All shipping is at the expense of the purchaser. ​ 4. If the puppy is not taken to a licensed veterinarian within three business days, then the health warranty on the puppy is void. ​ 5. If the puppy should die from a suspected congenital defect within 36 months of its birth date, an autopsy must be performed at the purchaser’s expense by a veterinary teaching hospital or state licensed DVM acceptable to the seller’s own veterinarian. If the autopsy shows a congenital defect as the reason for death, the seller will provide another puppy of equal value to the purchaser. A written statement from the licensed veterinarian must be provided. The warranty is void in the event of an indeterminable or inconclusive diagnosis. ​ 6. The seller is not responsible for any veterinarian bills incurred. The seller assumes no responsibility for this animal after the delivery date for any medical expense, human allergies, training difficulties or behavior problems. Once the puppy is delivered, the buyer assumes all responsibility for the puppy. ​ 7. No warranties or guarantees, expressed or implied, are made under this contract except as stated. ​ 8. Should any litigation arise regarding the puppy for any reason the purchaser agrees to let seller determine venue. ​ 9. The purchaser agrees to have annual veterinary checkups, keep all immunizations current according to AVMA guidelines, properly administer heartworm preventative, and provide adequate housing according to federal, state, or local laws. ​ 10. The dog must be kept in an ideal weight range. Not obese or underweight as determined by the weight where the last 3 to 5 ribs are just barely visible or can be felt with a very light touch.

We are located in northwestern Indiana, north of Lafayette, Indiana, about half way between Chicago and Indianapolis, right off of I-65.

Yes, we offer shipping via American Airline's Pet Travel Service. We are happy to take of making the arrangements for your puppy to fly home to you, if you live too far away to drive to our home. Shipping cost is $550 and includes the cost of the puppy's ticket, crate, blanket and veterinary paperwork required for the flight. Pick up location will be an your local major airport.