
The Bergamasco Shepherd is an intelligent and independent dog with a pronounced work ethic.
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The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is an enduring and intelligent dog with a strong work ethic.
View profile →| Attribute | Bergamasco Shepherd | Chesapeake Bay Retriever |
|---|---|---|
| Size | Medium | Medium |
| Weight | 32 kg | 31 kg |
| Life Expectancy | 14 years | 12 years |
| FCI Group | Sheepdogs and Cattledogs | Sheepdogs and Cattledogs |
| Grooming | Medium | Low |
| Shedding | Medium | Medium |
| Energy Level | Medium | High |
| Trainability | Medium | Medium |
| Child Friendly | Medium | Medium |
The Bergamasco Shepherd is a medium dog (32 kg) with medium energy. The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is medium (31 kg) with high energy. The Bergamasco Shepherd lives 14 years, the Chesapeake Bay Retriever 12 years.
The Bergamasco Shepherd's child-friendliness is rated medium, the Chesapeake Bay Retriever's as medium. Both breeds should be socialized with children early.
Grooming needs for the Bergamasco Shepherd are medium, for the Chesapeake Bay Retriever low. Shedding is medium for the Bergamasco Shepherd and medium for the Chesapeake Bay Retriever.