Japanese Spitz
VS
Bergamasco
Japanese Spitz vs Bergamasco
Compare Japanese Spitz 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
Japanese Spitz
Bergamasco
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
29 – 38 cm
55 – 60 cm
Weight
5 – 7 kg
26 – 38 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
13 – 15 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
5/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming needs
4/5
5/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
Characteristics
Japanese Spitz
Great with kids
High energy
Easy to train
Tiny
Bergamasco
Great with kids
Super smart
Easy to train
Large
Summary
About Japanese Spitz
The Japanese Spitz is a small to medium, people‑oriented companion with a pure white double coat that’s easy to maintain with regular brushing. Lively, intelligent, and trainable, it suits apartments with daily exercise. Naturally alert and vocal, it is usually friendly once introduced.
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.
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