Is the Bergamasco Sheepdog Better than the Bernedoodle as a Pet? Our Answer.

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Bergamasco Sheepdog Versus Bernedoodle: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Bergamasco Sheepdog and the Bernedoodle? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Bergamasco Sheepdog and the Bernedoodle better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Bergamasco Sheepdog and the Bernedoodle.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Bergamasco Sheepdog and the Bernedoodle is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Bergamasco Sheepdog and for the Bernedoodle. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Bergamasco Sheepdog and the Bernedoodle.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Bergamasco Sheepdog or the Bernedoodle.

Bergamasco Sheepdog versus Bernedoodle: Overview

Both the Bergamasco Sheepdog and the Bernedoodle are similar in size. The Bergamasco Sheepdog and the Bernedoodle are both medium-sized dogs.

Furthermore, the Bergamasco Sheepdog belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.

On the other hand, the Bernedoodle belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Bergamasco Sheepdog versus Bernedoodle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Bergamasco Sheepdog to the Bernedoodle based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Bergamasco Sheepdog and the Bernedoodle

Factor Bergamasco Sheepdog Bernedoodle
Does NOT Drool 5/5 4/5
Life Span 13 to 15 years 12 to 18 years. Tiny Bernedoodles tend to live lon
Easygoing 4/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 3/5
Height 20 to 24 inches From 10 to 29 inches tall at the shoulder, as size
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Easy To Train 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 3/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 5/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
General Health 5/5 4/5
Intelligence 5/5 5/5
Weight 55 to 85 pounds From 10 to 90 pounds
Average Lifespan 14.0 years 15.0 years
Price Range No Data $2000 – $3500
Average Price No Data $2850
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Hip Dysplasia
    		•  No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Bergamasco Sheepdog in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Bernedoodle. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for the Bergamasco Sheepdog is 95 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Bernedoodle is 87 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Bergamasco Sheepdog is a better pet than the Bernedoodle. So, you should get the Bergamasco Sheepdog!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Bergamasco Sheepdog and the Bernedoodle so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Similarities Between the Bergamasco Sheepdog and the Bernedoodle

    The Bergamasco Sheepdog and the Bernedoodle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Bergamasco Sheepdog and the Bernedoodle are most similar:

    • Both the Bergamasco Sheepdog and the Bernedoodle do not have the tendency to drool.
    • Both the Bergamasco Sheepdog and the Bernedoodle do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
    • Both the Bergamasco Sheepdog and the Bernedoodle are not prone to gaining weight easily.
    • Both the Bergamasco Sheepdog and the Bernedoodle have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
    • Both the Bergamasco Sheepdog and the Bernedoodle do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
    • Both the Bergamasco Sheepdog and the Bernedoodle are good for new dog owners.
    • Both the Bergamasco Sheepdog and the Bernedoodle can tolerate cold weather.
    • Both the Bergamasco Sheepdog and the Bernedoodle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
    • Both the Bergamasco Sheepdog and the Bernedoodle get along well with other dogs.
    • Both the Bergamasco Sheepdog and the Bernedoodle are very friendly towards strangers.
    • Both the Bergamasco Sheepdog and the Bernedoodle are very easy to groom.
    • Both the Bergamasco Sheepdog and the Bernedoodle have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
    • Both the Bergamasco Sheepdog and the Bernedoodle are very playful.
    • Both the Bergamasco Sheepdog and the Bernedoodle get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
    • Both the Bergamasco Sheepdog and the Bernedoodle are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
    • Both the Bergamasco Sheepdog and the Bernedoodle are highly intelligent.

    Size Comparison of Bergamasco Sheepdog versus Bernedoodle

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Bergamasco Sheepdog and the Bernedoodle.

    Bergamasco Sheepdogs weigh 55 to 85 pounds when fully grown. Bergamasco Sheepdogs are 20 to 24 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Bernedoodles weigh From 10 to 90 pounds when fully grown. Bernedoodles are From 10 to 29 inches tall at the shoulder, as size when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Bergamasco Sheepdog versus Bernedoodle

    The lifespan of Bergamasco Sheepdogs is between 13 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Bergamasco Sheepdogs is 14.0 years.

    The lifespan of Bernedoodles is between 12 to 18 years. Tiny Bernedoodles tend to live lon. The average lifespan of Bernedoodles is 15.0 years.

    Bernedoodles live longer than Bergamasco Sheepdogs.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Bergamasco Sheepdog versus Bernedoodle

    Bergamasco Sheepdogs can be left alone only for a short time.

    Bernedoodles do not like to be left alone.

    Do Bergamasco Sheepdogs shed more than Bernedoodles?

    Bergamasco Sheepdogs do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Bernedoodles do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Bergamasco Sheepdog or the Bernedoodle

    Bergamasco Sheepdogs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Bernedoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Bergamasco Sheepdog or the Bernedoodle?

    Bergamasco Sheepdogs are very easy to groom.

    Bernedoodles are moderately easy to groom.

    Does the Bergamasco Sheepdog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Bernedoodle?

    Bergamasco Sheepdogs have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.

    Bernedoodles have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do Bergamasco Sheepdogs Bark and Howl? What about Bernedoodles?

    Bergamasco Sheepdogs bark and howl, but not very much.

    Bernedoodles bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Bergamasco Sheepdogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Bernedoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Bergamasco Sheepdogs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Bernedoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Bergamasco Sheepdog vs. Bernedoodle

    Bergamasco Sheepdogs have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Bernedoodles have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Bergamasco Sheepdogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Bernedoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Bergamasco Sheepdogs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Bernedoodles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Bergamasco Sheepdog or the Bernedoodle?

    Bergamasco Sheepdogs get along very well with other dogs.

    Bernedoodles get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Bergamasco Sheepdogs good family dogs? What about Bernedoodles?

    Bergamasco Sheepdogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Bernedoodles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Bergamasco Sheepdogs and Bernedoodles?

    Bergamasco Sheepdogs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Bernedoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Bergamasco Sheepdog Easier to Train than the Bernedoodle?

    Bergamasco Sheepdogs are fairly easy to train.

    Bernedoodles are very easy to train.

    Is the Bergamasco Sheepdog Better for Apartment Owners than the Bernedoodle?

    Bergamasco Sheepdogs adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Bernedoodles adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Bergamasco Sheepdog or the Bernedoodle?

    Bergamasco Sheepdogs are very good for new dog owners.

    Bernedoodles are OK for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Bergamasco Sheepdog versus Bernedoodle. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Bergamasco Sheepdog and the Bernedoodle better suits you and your family.