Bergamasco vs Poodle Comparison – Which dog is better Bergermaschi or Barbone?

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Name	Bergamasco	Poodle
Origins	Italy	Germany France
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Bergamasco and Poodle. What other names are these breeds known by?	Bergermaschi Cane da pastore Bergamasco Bergamasco Shepherd Dog	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Bergamasco and a Poodle. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Bergamasco vs Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Bergamasco or a Poodle? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Bergamasco and a Poodle. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 70-84 pounds (32-38 kg), Female: 57-71 pounds (26-32 kg)	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 61 pounds (29 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bergamasco or Poodle? Is a Bergamasco taller than a Poodle?	22-24 inches (54-62 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	23 inches (58 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more

Bergamasco vs Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Bergamasco and a Poodle. Which breed costs more?	$1000-$1300	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Bergamasco or Poodle?	Frequent: The Bergamasco is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.

Bergamasco vs Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Bergamasco or a Poodle? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Bergamasco or a Poodle? Compare training requirements.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Bergamasco or a Poodle? Compare alertness levels.	Bergamasco dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Bergamasco or a Poodle? Compare territorial behaviors.	Bergamasco dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Bergamasco vs Poodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Bergamasco and a Poodle. How do their temperaments differ?	Patient Quiet Determined Vigilant	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Bergamasco vs Poodle?	Bergamasco dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bergamasco vs Poodle?	Average to High: Bergamasco dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Bergamasco vs Poodle social needs comparison:	Bergamasco dogs are a social breed. See more.	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Bergamasco vs Poodle?	Bergamasco dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Bergamasco vs Poodle? Which can be better for hunting?	Bergamasco dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Bergamasco vs Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Bergamasco or a Poodle? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low to Average: The Bergamasco rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Bergamasco or a Poodle? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Bergamascos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Bergamasco or a Poodle? Compare living space needs.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Bergamasco indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Bergamasco vs Poodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Bergamasco or a Poodle? Compare adaptability levels.	Bergamasco dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Bergamasco or Poodle?	Bergamasco dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Bergamasco vs Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Bergamasco or a Poodle? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Bergamasco has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Bergamasco or a Poodle? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Bergamasco dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Poodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Bergamasco or a Poodle? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bergamasco bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Poodle bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Bergamasco vs Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Bergamasco or a Poodle? Compare average lifespans.	13-15 years The average lifespan of Bergamasco: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Bergamasco or a Poodle? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Bergamasco can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Bergamasco and a Poodle. Which breed is healthier?	Bergamascos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Bergamasco vs Poodle?	Frequent The Bergamasco should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bergamasco vs Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bergamasco vs Poodle health problems comparison:	Bloat Skin Allergies Joint Dysplasia	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis Ear Infections Addison's Disease Cushing's Syndrome Runny Eyes Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd) Neonatal Encephalopathy (news) Optic Nerve Hypoplasia Premature Graying

Bergamasco vs Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Bergamasco or a Poodle? Compare activity levels.	Bergamasco dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Bergamasco vs Poodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bergamasco or Poodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Bergamasco dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Bergamasco or Poodle?	Bergamasco dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Bergamasco vs Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Bergamasco or a Poodle? Compare obesity risks.	Average: The Bergamasco has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Bergamasco or a Poodle? Compare daily food needs.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Bergamasco vs Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Bergamasco or a Poodle? Compare allergy friendliness.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Bergamasco and Poodle? Compare breed colors.	Grey	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Bergamasco or a Poodle? Compare maintenance needs.	Easy to groom: The Bergamasco doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Bergamasco or a Poodle? Compare drooling amounts.	The Bergamasco is an average drooler. See more.	The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Bergamasco or a Poodle? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Bergamasco has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Bergamasco and a Poodle? Compare fur types.	Fine Dense	Curly
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Bergamasco or a Poodle? Compare bathing frequencies.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Bergamasco or Poodle? Do Bergamasco dogs shed more than Poodle dogs?	Bergamasco dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Bergamasco vs Poodle Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Bergamasco or a Poodle? Compare kid-friendliness.	Bergamasco dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Bergamasco dogs are generally with other pets.	Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Bergamasco or Poodle? Which dog is more friendly?	Bergamasco dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Bergamasco or Poodle?	Bergamasco dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Bergamasco or Poodle? Can a Bergamasco and a Poodle be friends? Do Bergamasco dogs get along with Poodle dogs?	Bergamasco dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Bergamasco vs Poodle?	No Bergamasco dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Bergamasco is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Bergamascos are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Bergamasco vs Poodle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Bergamasco or a Poodle? Compare service capabilities.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Bergamasco or a Poodle? Compare therapy capabilities.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Bergamasco or a Poodle? Compare scenting abilities.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Bergamasco or a Poodle? Compare SAR abilities.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Bergamasco or a Poodle? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Bergamasco breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Bergamasco or a Poodle? Compare draft work capabilities.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Bergamasco and Poodle. Which has stronger military background?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Bergamasco vs Poodle Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Bergamasco and Poodle. Which has larger litters?	6-10 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Bergamasco and Poodle breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Bergamasco and Poodle. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Bergamasco vs Poodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Bergamasco and Poodle. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Bergamasco and Poodle. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Bergamasco and Poodle. Which is more widely recognized?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry

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