Bergamascos

Bergamascos

The Bergamasco is native to northern Italy where they were originally bred to herd and guard livestock a job they are highly skilled at doing. The Bergamasco is a distinct looking dog with an extraordinary coat that forms loose mats and cords all of which hang down from a dog's topline.
Lifespan
13-15 years
Breed group
Pastoral
Weight
Male: 32-38kg
Female: 32-38kg
Height
Male: 37-39cm
Female: 34-37cm
Pedigree
Yes
Other names
Bergamasco shepherd dog, Cane de pastore Bergamasco
Breed Size
Large
Breed Type
Pastoral, Hypoallergenic
Health tests available
Characteristics
Exercise needs
Medium
Easy to train
High
Shedding
Light
Grooming
needs
Very high
Good with
Children
Suited to all ages of children
Health of breed
Very low
Cost to keep
Medium
Intelligence
Medium
Tolerates being alone
Low anxiety