Breed comparison
Bergamasco Sheepdog vs Briard
How the two breeds compare on the American Kennel Club's 1 to 5 trait ratings, and which one suits which home.
Bergamasco Sheepdog
3Affection with family3
3Good with young children3
3Good with other dogs3
3Openness to strangers3
3Playfulness3
3Energy level3
3Trainability3
3Mental stimulation needs3
3Adaptability3
4Watchdog / protective4
1Barking1
1Shedding1
1Coat grooming4
2Drooling2
The biggest differences
- Coat grooming: the Briard scores 4 out of 5, the Bergamasco Sheepdog 1.
They score the same on affection with family, good with young children, good with other dogs, openness to strangers, playfulness, energy level.
Which one should you choose?
Pick the Bergamasco Sheepdog if its looks and size suit you better, since the ratings are close. Pick the Briard if its looks and size suit you better, since the ratings are close.
Ratings are general breed tendencies from the AKC. Every dog is an individual, so meet the dog, and its parents if you can, before you decide. Not sure? Try the breed selector.
Source: American Kennel Club breed ratings (compiled February 2022). How we check.