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| Breed Group : | Herding |
| Weight : | male: 70-84 lbs ( 31-38 kg ) ; female : 57-71 lbs ( 25-32 kg ) |
Height :
| male: 23.5 inches ( 60 centimeters ); female: 22 inches ( 55 centimeters ) |
| Breed Overview Information : | Knowing the Bergamasco dog breed information’s is a helpful way in dealing with Bergamasco dogs. Some of the information includes the character, temperament, as well as the activities and training for these particular breed.
The Bergamasco dogs originated in Persia, although, they have been popular and adopted in Central Europe. They are one of the ancient dog breeds and had actually become nearly extinct during the World War II. The weight of Bergamasco ranges from 57 to 85 pounds. On the other hand, they could grow as tall as 21 to 24 inches. |
| Breed Character Information : | The Bergamasco dogs are considered one of the intelligent dog breeds. They are also independent and prefer to be alone or with the other dogs of their kind. They are friendly with other animals and are excellent for herding purposes. They are also alert enough to be watch dogs. |
| Breed Coat Information : | The coat of Bergamasco dogs is long and harsh. And at times, the coat mat together and can create tangles. Bergamasco also has longer hairs in the area of its eyes. The coat color may vary as black, gray or silver gray with or without white and fawn areas. |
| Breed Temperament Information : | Bergamasco dogs are by nature independent and want to be alone. They would rather be with their fellow Bergamasco dogs than with other people. They are also protective with their territory, and the family it grew up with. It is not comfortable with strangers unless it is trained well socially. They are friendly dogs and go well with children and the family if trained well for that. This particular breed prefers to be outdoors and loves to work. They also love to roam around yards and other places. |
| Breed Ownership Information : | Owning a Bergamasco is a good choice especially if you want a dog for herding. However, if you want a family dog which would interact well with children and other members of the family, it would be best to purchase a Bergamasco puppy to train it and make the setting familiar for the puppy. This dog breed also needs spacious place to live in and loves to be outdoors. It would also be advisable to get to know more the breed and dogs well before you bring them home. |
| Breed Activity Information : | Some of the activities that a Bergamasco could be involved with include walking, games and tracking. They are also excellent in herding as well as guarding. |
| Breed Care Information : | The Bergamasco dog is known to be a healthy dog and has no known major health problems. However, proper and regular grooming is needed to maintain its coat. Regular exercise would also be needed in making it fit always. |
| Breed Training Information : | It is sometimes hard to train Bergamasco dogs. It is an intelligent breed, although, some do not respond well to training. That is why it is best to train it while it is still a puppy because a young and small dog is easier to deal with. In addition, Bergamasco often does not recognize a leader so it is difficult for them to submit. |
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