Care guide
Bergamasco Sheepdog care
There's no guide just for Bergamasco Sheepdog yet. Here's caring for herding dogs; ask the seller about anything specific to this breed.
- Group
- Herding
- Size
- Large, 26–38 kg
- Typical lifespan
- 13–15 years
- Exercise needs
- Moderate
- Grooming
- High
- Shedding
- Low
- Ask the breeder about
- hips, elbows, eyes
Herding breeds such as Border Collies, Australian Shepherds and German Shepherds are intelligent, energetic and eager to work. They thrive with daily exercise, training and a job to do.
Born to work
Herding dogs need physical exercise and mental work every day: long walks or runs plus training, puzzles, agility, herding or other dog sports. Without it they often invent jobs, like chasing cars or herding children.
Some will nip at heels when they're excited; redirect it early with toys and training.
Training
They learn fast, including habits you'd rather they didn't. Be consistent, keep sessions fun, and keep teaching new things throughout their life.
Health to ask about
Ask about the parents' hip and elbow results, eye exams and breed DNA tests. Collies, Shelties, Aussies and some others can carry the MDR1 gene, which makes some common medications dangerous; a DNA test tells your vet what's safe.
Coat care
Many herding breeds have double coats that shed heavily. Brush several times a week, and more during seasonal sheds. Don't shave a double coat; it helps keep them cool and warm.
Further reading
General information to help you prepare, not veterinary advice. Every animal is different: ask an experienced vet about yours. Reviewed by PerfectPal on October 13, 2026.