Bergamasco
VS
Standard Schnauzer
Bergamasco vs Standard Schnauzer
Compare Bergamasco and Standard Schnauzer 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
Standard Schnauzer
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
55 – 60 cm
45 – 50 cm
Weight
26 – 38 kg
12 – 20 kg
Life expectancy
13 – 15 years
13 – 16 years
Child friendly
4/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
4/5
5/5
Trainability
4/5
5/5
Health
4/5
5/5
Grooming needs
5/5
4/5
Shedding
3/5
2/5
Barking level
4/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Bergamasco
Great with kids
Super smart
Easy to train
Large
Standard Schnauzer
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
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 Standard Schnauzer
Medium, robust farm‑bred dog with a wiry low‑shedding coat in pepper‑and‑salt or black. Intelligent, watchful and protective yet affectionate and playful. Needs daily exercise, mental work, early socialization and regular grooming; generally healthy and long‑lived.
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