Bergamasco
VS
Jack Russell Terrier
Bergamasco vs Jack Russell Terrier
Compare Bergamasco and Jack Russell Terrier 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
Jack Russell Terrier
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
55 – 60 cm
25 – 30 cm
Weight
26 – 38 kg
5 – 6 kg
Life expectancy
13 – 15 years
13 – 16 years
Child friendly
4/5
5/5
Energy level
3/5
5/5
Intelligence
4/5
5/5
Trainability
4/5
5/5
Health
4/5
4/5
Grooming needs
5/5
2/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
5/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Bergamasco
Great with kids
Super smart
Easy to train
Large
Jack Russell Terrier
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
Tiny
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 Jack Russell Terrier
Jack Russell Terrier: small, sturdy, energetic fox-hunting terrier with bold, intelligent nature. Needs 1–2 hours of daily exercise plus mental work. Predominantly white, three coat types, strong digging and prey drive. Affectionate with family but demanding and unsuited to very sedentary homes.
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