top of page
IMG_1469.JPG

The Heart Behind Country Lane

HOW A DREAM BETWEEN TWO NEWLYWEDS GREW INTO A FAMILY LEGACY OF LOVE, PUPPIES, AND PURPOSE

welcome to our lane

We're the Mehmerts

When we first started Country Lane Bernedoodles, it was just the two of us—newlyweds with a big dream and an even bigger love for dogs. In the beginning, the vision was simple: create a breeding program that felt like family, where puppies were raised with intention, not just produced for demand. We wanted to do things differently—ethically, responsibly, and with so much heart.

 

We didn’t have the experience, structure, or space we have now, but we had passion and a deep belief in doing things the right way, even if it took longer. We learned, we grew, and through every early litter we poured in love, time, and purpose. From the start, we knew this was more than just “raising puppies.” We were building connections, growing families, and sharing the joy dogs had brought into our own lives.

 

As the years passed, our program evolved—and so did we.

 

Becoming parents changed everything in the most beautiful way. The dream we once held as newlyweds now lives and breathes through our children. Including them in the puppy raising process has been one of the greatest gifts of our lives. Our kids have learned compassion, responsibility, gentleness, and the magic of loving something deeply. Puppies and children grow side by side here—learning, playing, and blooming together.

 

We’ve also walked through seasons where dogs were more than just pets… they were comfort, stability, and quiet reminders of hope. In the hardest moments of our lives, they brought peace when words weren’t enough. Their presence reminded us why this work matters. Those experiences deepened our “why” and strengthened our commitment to raising dogs who bring that same healing into other families’ lives.

 

Today, Country Lane Bernedoodles is still built on the same core values we started with—love, intention, family, and integrity—but the dream has grown into so much more. What began with two people and a vision has become a family-run legacy. Our program is now structured, ethically grounded, backed by proven puppy curriculum and health practices, and known for raising confident, emotionally stable, deeply loved puppies.

 

But at our core, nothing has changed:

 

We still believe every puppy has a purpose.

We still believe families deserve honesty, care, and support.

We still believe the best things in life are built slowly, with heart.

 

What started as our dream…

is now our family’s purpose.

 

And we are honored to welcome your family into ours.

x the Mehmerts

IMG_1468 2.JPG

Our Family Is Our Why

Country Lane isn’t just a breeding program—it’s a family legacy built on love. My children are a huge part of my “why.” Including them in the puppy raising process is something I’ve always dreamed of, and watching them learn to be gentle, nurturing, and responsible with each litter has been one of the greatest joys of my life. Our kids help socialize the puppies, celebrate milestones, and pour genuine love into every little life we get to raise. To us, this isn’t just about raising puppies—it’s about raising children who understand compassion, purpose, and the beauty of caring for something beyond themselves. These puppies grow in a family environment, and in turn, they help shape ours. That’s the heart of Country Lane.
bottom of page