Good morning! Are the dogs dangerous?
Pericolosi: peh-ree-ko-LOH-zee. Stress on the fourth syllable. Plural of pericoloso.
Use when approaching a shepherd (pastore) with guard dogs on an alpine pasture. Maremmano-Abruzzese sheepdogs are large, powerful, and protective — always ask before approaching.
Buongiorno opens with a respectful greeting. Pericolosi is the masculine plural adjective for dangerous. This short phrase shows respect and alertness — shepherds will appreciate it.
Posso passare?
May I pass?
Simple request when crossing a shepherd's territory.
Le pecore sono sue?
Are the sheep yours?
Friendly opener to start a conversation with a shepherd.
Dove portano le pecore d'estate?
Where do they take the sheep in summer?
About transumanza — the ancient seasonal migration.
Maremmano-Abruzzese sheepdogs (cani da pastore maremmano-abruzzese) are one of Italy's oldest breeds, used for centuries to guard flocks from wolves. They're not aggressive toward calm humans but will bark loudly and posture — walk slowly and don't run.