Bergamasco Sheepdog
FCI 194
60 cmAdult male
at the withers
at the withers
- Mass
- 32–38 kg
Bergamasco Sheepdog — size comparison
The Bergamasco Sheepdog has a strong, compact body and an unusual coat forming broad, flat mats. It develops gradually as the dog matures and differs from the r
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Bergamasco Sheepdog — size comparison — facts and sources
The Bergamasco Sheepdog has a strong, compact body and an unusual coat forming broad, flat mats. It develops gradually as the dog matures and differs from the rounder cords of the Puli or Komondor. Head hair forms long eyebrows, a moustache and beard. Strong legs support sustained, free movement.
It comes from the Italian Alps and foothills, particularly valleys around Bergamo. It helped move sheep during seasonal journeys between mountain pastures and the Po plain. Generations of selection favoured resilience, attention and independent work with flocks. The first Bergamascos entered the Italian studbook in 1891 as the local population became formally organised.
It is usually patient, observant and closely attached to people. It may watch a situation for a long time before acting calmly. It learns readily while retaining its own judgement. It may initially be reserved with strangers. At home it values closeness and daily involvement; shared activities reveal persistence, concentration and a good memory for signals.