Bergamasco vs Dutch Shepherd
Compare the Bergamasco to the Dutch Shepherd. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Bergamascos and Dutch Shepherds.
Quick Summary
- Owner Experience - The Dutch Shepherd is a good choice for new owners, whereas the Bergamasco is not recommended for new/inexperienced owners.
- Children - Both breeds are child friendly, but the Dutch Shepherd is the most friendly between the breeds.
- Grooming - Both the Bergamasco and Dutch Shepherd require moderate grooming.
- Barking - The Bergamasco bark/howls frequently. The Dutch Shepherd has an average level of barking.
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| Breed Name | Bergamasco | Dutch Shepherd |
| General Details | ||
| Breed Type | Purebred | Purebred |
| Is Hypoallergenic | Yes | No |
| Lifespan | 12-15 yrs. | 12-15 yrs. |
| Height | 21-24 in. | 21-24 in. |
| Weight | 57-84 lb | 50-70 lb |
| Intelligence | High | High |
| History | ||
| Origin Country | Italy | Belgium |
| Origin Year | 1850 AD | 1898 AD |
| Temperament | ||
| Overall Friendliness | ||
| Family Friendly | ||
| Kid Friendly | ||
| Pet Friendly | ||
| Stranger Friendly | ||
| Personality | ||
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| Living Environment | ||
| Apartment | No | Yes |
| Indoor | No | No |
| Small Yard | No | No |
| Medium Yard | Yes | No |
| Large Yard | Yes | Yes |
| Temperature Tolerance ¹ | 20°F to 75°F | 20°F to 80°F |
| Barks/Howls | ||
| Exercise Needs | ||
| Energy Level | Medium | Medium-High |
| Exercise Required | Medium | Medium-High |
| Top Running Speed | 28 mph | 28 mph |
| Strength | High | Medium-High |
| Grooming Needs | ||
| Coat Maintenance | None-Low | Medium |
| Shedding | None | Medium |
| Dander | None | Low |
| Drool Amount | Low | None |
¹This is estimated min/max temperature range for a healthy adult dog. Dogs that live indoors, puppies, seniors, unwell dogs, and/or dogs with improperly groomed coats may overheat sooner and get cold more quickly.
| Breed Name | Bergamasco | Dutch Shepherd |
| Breed Mentality | ||
| Dominant/Alpha | Yes | No |
| Family/Pack | Yes | Yes |
| Independent | Yes | No |
| Breed Focus | ||
| Distracted Easily | No | No |
| Average | No | Yes |
| Focused & Patient | Yes | Yes |
| Breed Instincts | ||
| Aggression | Below Average | Average |
| Burrow/Digging | Average | Average |
| Chasing | Average | Average |
| Follow Commands | Average | Average |
| Fighting | Below Average | Below Average |
| Guarding | High | High |
| Herding | High | High |
| Hunting | Below Average | Average |
| Protection | High | High |
| Remove Vermin | Average | Average |
| Sledding | Below Average | Average |
| Watch | High | High |
| Breed Name | Bergamasco | Dutch Shepherd |
| Lifespan | ||
| Lifespan | 12-15 yrs. | 12-15 yrs. |
| Common Health Issues | ||
| Bloat | Yes | No |
| Joint Dysplasia | Yes | No |
| Skin Allergies | Yes | No |
| Breed Name | Bergamasco | Dutch Shepherd |
| Coat | ||
| Hair | Yes | Yes |
| Coat Type | ||
| Corded Coat | Yes | No |
| Wire Coat | Yes | Yes |
| Smooth Coat | No | Yes |
| Coat Texture | ||
| Shaggy | Yes | No |
| Wavy | Yes | No |
| Wrinkly | Yes | No |
| Rough | No | Yes |
| Wooly | No | Yes |
| Coat Length(s) | ||
| Long | Yes | Yes |
| Short | No | Yes |
| Medium | No | Yes |
| Coat Color(s) | ||
| Black | Yes | No |
| Gray | Yes | No |
| Gold Brindle | No | Yes |
| Silver Brindle | No | Yes |