 
Bergamasco
 adult
Bergamasco
 Bergamasco
puppy |
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| group: herding |
height: 21-25"
/ 53.5-63.5 cm |
| types: |
weight: 65-85
lbs / 29.7-38.6 kg |
| colors: |
black,
light gray, fawn, some white markings |
| physical traits: |
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| hair type: |
3 coated, woolly, felt-like,
corded, loose mats |
personality/
temperament: |
cautious, intelligent,
protective, eager to work, independent, friendly, calm, brave,
short attention span, reserved with strangers |
maintenance/
special needs:
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high for grooming, 2 days
for coat to dry, exercise, socialize early, moderate attention,
not recommended for city life |
| nickname: |
Cane da Pastore Bergamasco,
Bergamese Shepherd |
| origination: |
Italy, Northern Alps |
| bred for: |
herding sheep and cows |
| identifying traits: |
resembles a mop, hair
grows in cords |
| ideal for: |
family, companion, guarding,
country life, outdoors, watchdog, cooler climates, other
pets |
| good with kids? |
yes |
| life expectancy: |
11-15 yrs |
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| of interest: |
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| health concerns: |
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| kennel
clubs: |
fci- (sheepdog group),
ukc, arba-(herding dog group), uk-(pastoral) |
| rescues: |
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| adult Bergamasco |
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