Is the Bergamasco Sheepdog or the Eurasier better for families with children?

Both the Bergamasco Sheepdog and the Eurasier are considered good with children when properly socialized and supervised.

Which sheds more, the Bergamasco Sheepdog or the Eurasier?

The Eurasier sheds more than the Bergamasco Sheepdog. If shedding is a concern, the Bergamasco Sheepdog is the lower-maintenance choice.

Which is easier to train, the Bergamasco Sheepdog or the Eurasier?

Both breeds have comparable trainability. Consistency and positive reinforcement work well for each.

Is Bergamasco Sheepdog or Eurasier bigger?

Bergamasco Sheepdog is the larger breed; Eurasier is smaller and more compact.

Which barks more, Bergamasco Sheepdog or Eurasier?

Both bark a similar amount (low).

Which is better for apartment living, Bergamasco Sheepdog or Eurasier?

For apartment or apartment living, Eurasier has the edge, thanks to its size, quieter nature and more manageable energy.

Bergamasco Sheepdog vs Eurasier: Which Sheds Less?

Bergamasco Sheepdog vs Eurasier: full comparison

Trait	Bergamasco Sheepdog	Eurasier
Size	Large	Medium
Energy level	Medium	Medium
Trainability	Medium	Medium
Friendliness	Medium	Medium
Good with children	Medium	Medium
Grooming needs	High	High
Shedding	Very Low	High
Barking	Low	Low
Protectiveness	Medium	Medium
Adaptability	Medium	Medium
Typical lifespan	13 years	13 years
Hypoallergenic	Yes	No

Key differences at a glance

The Bergamasco Sheepdog is a larger dog than the Eurasier, which affects space, food and exercise needs.
The Eurasier has noticeably higher shedding than the Bergamasco Sheepdog.

Size and living space

The Bergamasco Sheepdog is a large dog that does best in a larger home with room to stretch out, ideally with access to a yard. By comparison, the Eurasier is a medium-sized dog that is comfortable in most homes, though a bit of space and a yard are welcome. If space, transport or budget are tight, the smaller of the two is the more practical choice.

Exercise and energy needs

The Bergamasco Sheepdog wants a decent walk or two each day and some playtime. The Eurasier wants a decent walk or two each day and some playtime. Their exercise needs are broadly the same, so this is unlikely to be a deciding factor.

Grooming and shedding

The Bergamasco Sheepdog needs frequent grooming and benefits from professional trims and leaves virtually no hair around the house. The Eurasier needs frequent grooming and benefits from professional trims and sheds enough that regular cleaning becomes routine. The Bergamasco Sheepdog is also considered hypoallergenic, an advantage for allergy sufferers. If low upkeep matters to you, factor this in — the difference adds up over a dog's lifetime.

Temperament, training and family life

The Bergamasco Sheepdog is reasonably trainable with regular, positive sessions, speaks up only now and then and gets on with children when raised around them. The Eurasier is reasonably trainable with regular, positive sessions, speaks up only now and then and gets on with children when raised around them. On guarding instinct, Bergamasco Sheepdog will alert you to visitors but is not an aggressive guardian, whereas Eurasier will alert you to visitors but is not an aggressive guardian.

Which is better for…

For apartment or apartment living, Eurasier has the edge, thanks to its size, quieter nature and more manageable energy.
For families with young children, Bergamasco Sheepdog and Eurasier are an even match — either can work well.
For first-time dog owners, Bergamasco Sheepdog and Eurasier are an even match — either can work well.
For being left alone during the workday, Bergamasco Sheepdog has the edge, coping better with independence and being quieter when unsupervised.
For allergy sufferers, Bergamasco Sheepdog has the edge, as it is hypoallergenic and lower-shedding.

Which should you choose?

Choose the Bergamasco Sheepdog if you want less shedding around the home, you need a hypoallergenic, low-dander coat, or you want a bigger, more substantial dog.

Choose the Eurasier if you want a smaller, more apartment-friendly dog.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Bergamasco Sheepdog or the Eurasier better for families with children?: Both the Bergamasco Sheepdog and the Eurasier are considered good with children when properly socialized and supervised.
Which sheds more, the Bergamasco Sheepdog or the Eurasier?: The Eurasier sheds more than the Bergamasco Sheepdog. If shedding is a concern, the Bergamasco Sheepdog is the lower-maintenance choice.
Which is easier to train, the Bergamasco Sheepdog or the Eurasier?: Both breeds have comparable trainability. Consistency and positive reinforcement work well for each.
Is Bergamasco Sheepdog or Eurasier bigger?: Bergamasco Sheepdog is the larger breed; Eurasier is smaller and more compact.
Which barks more, Bergamasco Sheepdog or Eurasier?: Both bark a similar amount (low).
Which is better for apartment living, Bergamasco Sheepdog or Eurasier?: For apartment or apartment living, Eurasier has the edge, thanks to its size, quieter nature and more manageable energy.

Bergamasco Sheepdog vs Eurasier