Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
VS
Bergamasco
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Bergamasco
Compare Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Bergamasco 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
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Bergamasco
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
30 – 35 cm
55 – 60 cm
Weight
5 – 8 kg
26 – 38 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 16 years
13 – 15 years
Child friendly
4/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
2/5
4/5
Health
2/5
4/5
Grooming needs
3/5
5/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
3/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
Characteristics
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Great with kids
Stubborn
Small
Bergamasco
Great with kids
Super smart
Easy to train
Large
Summary
About Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Small, gentle spaniel (5.4–8 kg) with a silky medium coat in Blenheim, Tricolour, Black and Tan, or Ruby. Affectionate, people oriented, and good with children and other pets. Needs regular grooming, moderate exercise, and dislikes long periods alone.
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.
Similar breeds
More breeds
