A little look at life together.
Getting to know the Bergamasco Sheepdog
The Bergamasco Sheepdog is an Italian herding breed whose adult coat develops broad, flat flocks rather than ordinary brushed feathering. Seek experienced advice during coat development; mature flocks require a different routine from a long brushed coat.
An everyday routine
Plan a daily mix of walks, play, and rest. The amount that works for a particular dog depends on age, fitness, experience, and temperament.
Coat care to plan for
The coat develops into flat flocks as the dog matures. Get help through the coat-development stage; a mature flocked coat is not managed like a conventional brushed coat.
Before deciding, meet the individual dog and ask about their history, handling preferences, and current routine. Breed tendencies are a starting point, not a promise about personality.
Behind this little introduction
Our summaries draw on the sources below. Filter categories are editorial guides; individual needs vary.
American Kennel Club: Bergamasco Sheepdog