Bergamasco
VS
Cao da Serra de Aires
Bergamasco vs Cao da Serra de Aires
Compare Bergamasco and Cao da Serra de Aires side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Bergamasco
Cao da Serra de Aires
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
55 – 60 cm
42 – 55 cm
Weight
26 – 38 kg
12 – 18 kg
Life expectancy
13 – 15 years
11 – 15 years
Child friendly
4/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
5/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
4/5
4/5
Grooming needs
5/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Bergamasco
Great with kids
Super smart
Easy to train
Large
Cao da Serra de Aires
Great with kids
High energy
Easy to train
Medium
Summary
About Bergamasco
Ancient Italian herding breed, medium‑large and sturdy, known for its long, felted gray coat that forms natural flocks. Calm, observant, and deeply bonded to family, it doubles as a gentle guardian. Needs steady exercise, thoughtful training, early coat care, and is generally healthy and long‑lived.
About Cao da Serra de Aires
The Cao da Serra de Aires is a medium Portuguese herding dog with a long, shaggy, low‑shedding coat and alert “monkey‑like” expression. Loyal, sensitive and intelligent, it needs plenty of exercise, mental stimulation and regular grooming, thriving as an active family companion.
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