Bergamasco vs Maremma Sheepdog
Compare the Bergamasco to the Maremma Sheepdog. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Bergamascos and Maremma Sheepdogs.
Quick Summary
- Owner Experience - The Maremma Sheepdog is an okay choice for new or inexperienced owners, but the Bergamasco is not recommended for new owners.
- Children - Both breeds are child friendly, but the Maremma Sheepdog is the most friendly between the breeds.
- Grooming - The Bergamasco requires moderate grooming, but the Maremma Sheepdog has high grooming needs.
- Barking - The Bergamasco bark/howls frequently. The Maremma Sheepdog has an average level of barking.
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| Breed Name | Bergamasco | Maremma Sheepdog |
| General Details | ||
| Breed Type | Purebred | Purebred |
| Is Hypoallergenic | Yes | No |
| Lifespan | 12-15 yrs. | 11-13 yrs. |
| Height | 21-24 in. | 25-29 in. |
| Weight | 57-84 lb | 66-100 lb |
| Intelligence | High | High |
| History | ||
| Origin Country | Italy | Italy |
| Origin Year | 1850 AD | 1400 AD |
| Temperament | ||
| Overall Friendliness | ||
| Family Friendly | ||
| Kid Friendly | ||
| Pet Friendly | ||
| Stranger Friendly | ||
| Personality | ||
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| Living Environment | ||
| Apartment | No | No |
| 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 85°F |
| Barks/Howls | ||
| Exercise Needs | ||
| Energy Level | Medium | Medium |
| Exercise Required | Medium | Medium-High |
| Top Running Speed | 28 mph | 18 mph |
| Strength | High | High |
| Grooming Needs | ||
| Coat Maintenance | None-Low | None-Low |
| Shedding | None | Medium-High |
| Dander | None | Medium-High |
| Drool Amount | Low | Low |
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 | Maremma Sheepdog |
| Breed Mentality | ||
| Dominant/Alpha | Yes | No |
| Family/Pack | Yes | No |
| Independent | Yes | Yes |
| Breed Focus | ||
| Distracted Easily | No | No |
| Average | No | No |
| Focused & Patient | Yes | Yes |
| Breed Instincts | ||
| Aggression | Below Average | Below Average |
| Burrow/Digging | Average | Very Low |
| Chasing | Average | Below Average |
| Follow Commands | Average | Very Low |
| Fighting | Below Average | Average |
| Guarding | High | High |
| Herding | High | High |
| Hunting | Below Average | Below Average |
| Protection | High | High |
| Remove Vermin | Average | Very Low |
| Sledding | Below Average | Very Low |
| Watch | High | High |
| Breed Name | Bergamasco | Maremma Sheepdog |
| Lifespan | ||
| Lifespan | 12-15 yrs. | 11-13 yrs. |
| Common Health Issues | ||
| Bloat | Yes | Yes |
| Drug Sensitivity | No | Yes |
| Hip Dysplasia | No | Yes |
| Joint Dysplasia | Yes | No |
| Obesity | No | Yes |
| Skin Allergies | Yes | No |
| Vaccination Sensitivity | No | Yes |
| Breed Name | Bergamasco | Maremma Sheepdog |
| Coat | ||
| Hair | Yes | No |
| Fur | No | Yes |
| Coat Type | ||
| Corded Coat | Yes | No |
| Wire Coat | Yes | No |
| Double Coat | No | Yes |
| Coat Texture | ||
| Shaggy | Yes | No |
| Wavy | Yes | Yes |
| Wrinkly | Yes | No |
| Rough | No | Yes |
| Straight | No | Yes |
| Coat Length(s) | ||
| Long | Yes | Yes |
| Medium | No | Yes |
| Coat Color(s) | ||
| Black | Yes | No |
| Gray | Yes | No |
| White | No | Yes |