Bergamasco Shepherd Dog (FCI #194)
Bergamasco Shepherd Dog is an FCI-recognized canine breed (Standard No. 194, Group 1: Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs)). Recognition status: definitive. Official FCI standard published/updated on 2020-09-04.
| Breed Name | Bergamasco Shepherd Dog (Bergamasco Shepherd Dog) |
|---|---|
| Species | Canine (Canis lupus familiaris) |
| Primary Registry | FCI #194 |
| Group / Category | Group 1 — Group 1 — Sheepdogs and Cattledogs |
| Recognition Status | definitive |
| Official Standard Date | 2020-09-04 |
| Primary Standard Document | Official FCI Standard #194 (PDF) ↗ |
| Measurement Units | Metric (kg / cm) · Imperial (lb / in) |
Bergamasco Shepherd Dog — Standard & Care
Herding, livestock guarding, and high-trainability working dogs requiring structured daily mental and physical activity.
Verify lineage and breed-specific health screening protocols through the national FCI member club and the official FCI Standard No. 194 specification.
Multilingual Nomenclature — Bergamasco Shepherd Dog
| Language | Official / Common Designation |
|---|---|
| English (EN) | Bergamasco Shepherd Dog, Cane Da Pastore Bergamasco |
| Español (ES) | PERRO DE PASTOR BERGAMASCO, CANE DA PASTORE BERGAMASCO |
| Deutsch (DE) | BERGAMASKER HIRTENHUND, CANE DA PASTORE BERGAMASCO |
| Français (FR) | BERGER BERGAMASQUE, CANE DA PASTORE BERGAMASCO |
| Português (PT-BR) | Bergamasco Shepherd Dog, Cane Da Pastore Bergamasco |
Group 1 — Sheepdogs and Cattledogs
FAQ — Bergamasco Shepherd Dog
Where can I check the official standard?
Bergamasco Shepherd Dog is an FCI-recognized canine breed (Standard No. 194, Group 1: Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs)). Recognition status: definitive. Official FCI standard published/updated on 2020-09-04.
How do I find the national club?
National clubs and international shows, with official sources and verification dates.
Reference materials do not replace an in-person veterinary consultation or official kennel club registration rules.