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Name	Hortaya Borzaya	Bergamasco	Icelandic Sheepdog
Origins	Russia Ukraine Belarus	Italy	Iceland
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Chortaja borzaja Hort Hrt Kurtas Kурч Chort	Bergermaschi Cane da pastore Bergamasco Bergamasco Shepherd Dog	Canis Islandicus Friaar Dog Iceland Dog Islandsk Farehond Islenskur Fjarhundur Icelandic Spitz
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Hortaya Borzaya vs Bergamasco vs Icelandic Sheepdog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Hortaya Borzaya vs Bergamasco vs Icelandic Sheepdog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Hortaya Borzaya or Bergamasco or Icelandic Sheepdog? Which is the smallest dog, Hortaya Borzaya or Bergamasco or Icelandic Sheepdog?	Large Giant	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Hortaya Borzaya or Bergamasco or Bergamasco? Hortaya Borzaya vs Bergamasco vs Icelandic Sheepdog weight comparison:	Male: 61-75 pounds (28-34 kg), Female: 48-61 pounds (22-28 kg)	Male: 70-84 pounds (32-38 kg), Female: 57-71 pounds (26-32 kg)	20-30 pounds (9-14 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 61 pounds (29 kg)	25 pounds (11.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Hortaya Borzaya or Bergamasco or Icelandic Sheepdog? Hortaya Borzaya vs Bergamasco vs Icelandic Sheepdog height comparison:	Male: 26-30 inches (65-75 cm), Female: 24-28 inches (60-70 cm)	22-24 inches (54-62 cm)	12-16 inches (31-41 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 28 inches (71.5 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm)	23 inches (58 cm)	14 inches (36 cm)

Hortaya Borzaya vs Bergamasco vs Icelandic Sheepdog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Hortaya Borzaya or Bergamasco or Icelandic Sheepdog? Which is more expensive?	Unknown	$1000-$1300	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Hortaya Borzaya or Bergamasco or Icelandic Sheepdog?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Frequent: The Bergamasco is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Icelandic Sheepdog is easier than average to get.

Hortaya Borzaya vs Bergamasco vs Icelandic Sheepdog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Hortaya Borzaya vs Bergamasco vs Icelandic Sheepdog intelligence:	Smart: The Hortaya Borzaya dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Hortaya Borzaya vs Bergamasco vs Icelandic Sheepdog trainability comparison.	Hortaya Borzaya dogs are easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Hortaya Borzaya or Bergamasco or Icelandic Sheepdog?	Hortaya Borzaya dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Bergamasco dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Hortaya Borzaya or Bergamasco or Icelandic Sheepdog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Hortaya Borzaya dogs are average defenders. See more.	Bergamasco dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Hortaya Borzaya vs Bergamasco vs Icelandic Sheepdog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Hortaya Borzaya or Bergamasco or Icelandic Sheepdog? Hortaya Borzaya vs Bergamasco vs Icelandic Sheepdog behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Intelligent Friendly Gentle Trainable Vigilant Guarding	Patient Quiet Determined Vigilant	Agile Energetic Alert Inquisitive Cheerful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Bergamasco dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Hortaya Borzaya vs Bergamasco vs Icelandic Sheepdog?	High: Hortaya Borzaya dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Bergamasco dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Hortaya Borzaya vs Bergamasco vs Icelandic Sheepdog social needs comparison:	Hortaya Borzaya dogs are a social breed. See more.	Bergamasco dogs are a social breed. See more.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Hortaya Borzaya dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Bergamasco dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Icelandic Sheepdog is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Hortaya Borzaya dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	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.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Hortaya Borzaya vs Bergamasco vs Icelandic Sheepdog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Hortaya Borzaya vs Bergamasco vs Icelandic Sheepdog playfulness comparison:	The Hortaya Borzaya is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Bergamascos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Icelandic Sheepdog is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Hortaya Borzaya vs Bergamasco vs Icelandic Sheepdog?	Average: The Hortaya Borzaya barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Bergamasco rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Icelandic Sheepdog is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Hortaya Borzaya or Bergamasco or Icelandic Sheepdog?	It is not recommended to keep the Hortaya Borzaya breed in the home.	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.	It is not recommended to keep the Icelandic Sheepdog breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Hortaya Borzaya vs Bergamasco vs Icelandic Sheepdog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Hortaya Borzaya dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Bergamasco dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Hortaya Borzaya or Bergamasco or Icelandic Sheepdog?	Hortaya Borzaya 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.	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.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Hortaya Borzaya vs Bergamasco vs Icelandic Sheepdog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Hortaya Borzaya or Bergamasco or Icelandic Sheepdog?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Hortaya Borzaya bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bergamasco bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Icelandic Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Hortaya Borzaya has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Bergamasco has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Icelandic Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Hortaya Borzaya vs Bergamasco vs Icelandic Sheepdog mouthiness comparison:	Hortaya Borzaya dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Bergamasco dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Hortaya Borzaya vs Bergamasco vs Icelandic Sheepdog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Hortaya Borzaya vs Bergamasco vs Icelandic Sheepdog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Hortaya Borzaya vs Bergamasco vs Icelandic Sheepdog?	Very healthy dog breed.	Bergamascos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Icelandic Sheepdogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Hortaya Borzaya vs Bergamasco vs Icelandic Sheepdog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Hortaya Borzaya vs Bergamasco vs Icelandic Sheepdog health problems comparison:	No data available	Bloat Skin Allergies Joint Dysplasia	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Eye Problems
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Hortaya Borzaya should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Bergamasco should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Icelandic Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Hortaya Borzaya vs Bergamasco vs Icelandic Sheepdog lifespan comparison. How long do Hortaya Borzaya, Bergamasco and Icelandic Sheepdog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	13-15 years The average lifespan of Hortaya Borzaya: 14 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Bergamasco: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Icelandic Sheepdog: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Hortaya Borzaya vs Bergamasco vs Icelandic Sheepdog?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	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.	Prefers cold weather The Icelandic Sheepdog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Hortaya Borzaya vs Bergamasco vs Icelandic Sheepdog Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Hortaya Borzaya vs Bergamasco vs Icelandic Sheepdog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Hortaya Borzaya or Bergamasco or Icelandic Sheepdog?	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Hortaya Borzaya vs Bergamasco vs Icelandic Sheepdog weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Hortaya Borzaya has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Bergamasco has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Icelandic Sheepdog has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Hortaya Borzaya vs Bergamasco vs Icelandic Sheepdog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Hortaya Borzaya vs Bergamasco vs Icelandic Sheepdog coat comparison:	Dense Straight Close Fitting Elastic	Fine Dense	Dense Soft Wavy Thick Straight
Colors What are the original Hortaya Borzaya, Bergamasco and Icelandic Sheepdog color?	Black Red Cream White Sable Brindle	Grey	Black Gray Red Cream White Fawn Chocolate Gold
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Hortaya Borzaya or Bergamasco or Icelandic Sheepdog? Hortaya Borzaya vs Bergamasco vs Icelandic Sheepdog grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Hortaya Borzaya doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Bergamasco doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Icelandic Sheepdog requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Hortaya Borzaya or Bergamasco or Icelandic Sheepdog? Hortaya Borzaya or Bergamasco or {name3 shedding:	Hortaya Borzaya dogs shed moderately. See more.	Bergamasco dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Hortaya Borzaya or Bergamasco or Icelandic Sheepdog?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Hortaya Borzaya vs Bergamasco vs Icelandic Sheepdog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Hortaya Borzaya vs Bergamasco vs Icelandic Sheepdog?	Medium ⏺ The Hortaya Borzaya has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Bergamasco has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Icelandic Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Hortaya Borzaya is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bergamasco is an average drooler. See more.	The Icelandic Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Hortaya Borzaya vs Bergamasco vs Icelandic Sheepdog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Hortaya Borzaya dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Bergamasco dogs are generally with other pets.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Hortaya Borzaya or Bergamasco or Icelandic Sheepdog? Which dog is more friendly?	Hortaya Borzaya dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Bergamasco dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Hortaya Borzaya or Bergamasco or Icelandic Sheepdog?	Hortaya Borzaya dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Bergamasco dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Hortaya Borzaya or Bergamasco or Icelandic Sheepdog?	Hortaya Borzaya dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Bergamasco dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Hortaya Borzaya or Bergamasco or Icelandic Sheepdog?	Hortaya Borzaya dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Bergamasco dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Hortaya Borzaya vs Bergamasco vs Icelandic Sheepdog?	Yes Hortaya Borzaya dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Bergamasco dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Hortaya Borzaya is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bergamasco is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Icelandic Sheepdog is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Hortaya Borzayas are commonly okay with elderly people.	Bergamascos are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Icelandic Sheepdogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Hortaya Borzaya vs Bergamasco vs Icelandic Sheepdog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Hortaya Borzaya or Bergamasco or Icelandic Sheepdog? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	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.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Hortaya Borzaya vs Bergamasco vs Icelandic Sheepdog?	Not really Hortaya Borzaya breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bergamasco breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Icelandic Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	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.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Hortaya Borzaya vs Bergamasco vs Icelandic Sheepdog Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Hortaya Borzaya and Bergamasco and Icelandic Sheepdog have?	6-8 puppies	6-10 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Hortaya Borzaya vs Bergamasco vs Icelandic Sheepdog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	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 Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc.

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