Lagotto Romagnolo vs Lancashire Heeler vs Lapponian Herder – Which one is a better dog breed for you?
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| Name | Lagotto Romagnolo | Lancashire Heeler | Lapponian Herder |
|---|---|---|---|
| Origins |  Italy |  England |  Finland |
| Group | Gun Dog | Pastoral Dogs (Herding Dogs) | Working Dogs |
| Popularity Rank | 117 | 538 | 228 |
| Reviews | 1 | 1 | 1 |
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| Other Names | Romagna Water Dog, Lagotto, Water Dog of Romagna, Lagotti Romagnoli | Ormskirk Heeler, Ormskirk Terrier | Lapland Reindeer Dog, Reindeer Herder, Lapinporokoira |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breed Type | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
| AKC Group | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Sporting breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. |
| FCI Group | Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section. | Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. | Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders section. |
| Breed Recognition | American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Continental Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale National Kennel Club North American Purebred Registry, Inc. | American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service | No set |
| Price | $500-$700 | $600-$800 | $600-$800 |
General Appearance - Lagotto Romagnolo vs Lancashire Heeler vs Lapponian Herder
| Size | Medium | Small | Medium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | Male: 28-35 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 24-31 pounds (11-14 kg) | 6-13 pounds (3-6 kg) | Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg) |
| Avg. Weight | Male: 31.5 pounds (14.5 kg), Female: 27.5 pounds (12.5 kg) | 9.5 pounds (4.5 kg) | Male: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg) |
| Height | Male: 17-19 inches (43-49 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm) | 10-12 inches (25-31 cm) | Male: 19–21 inches (48–54 cm), Female: 17–19 inches (43–49 cm) |
| Avg. Height | Male: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm) | 11 inches (28 cm) | Male: 20 inch (51 cm), Female: 19 inch (48.5 cm) |
Hair & Care - Lagotto Romagnolo vs Lancashire Heeler vs Lapponian Herder
| Coat | Waterproof | Dense | Double Straight Fluffy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colors | Tan Gray Brown White Black | Brown Liver Tan Black | Brown Gray Black |
| Grooming | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. | Easy to groom: The Lancashire Heeler doesn't require a lot of grooming. | Easy to groom: The Lapponian Herder doesn't require a lot of grooming. |
| Shedding Level | Lagotto Romagnolos are low shedders. | Lancashire Heelers shed moderately. | Lapponian Herders shed moderately. |
Characteristics - Lagotto Romagnolo vs Lancashire Heeler vs Lapponian Herder
| Temperament | Cheerful Loving Trainable Intelligent Loyal Social | Alert Friendly Clever Intelligent | Calm Energetic Vocal Docile Friendly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intelligent Rank | Average: Lagotto Romagnolo's has average obedience intelligence. | Average: Lancashire Heeler's has average obedience intelligence. | Very smart: Lapponian Herder is an excellent dog breed. |
| Trainability | Lagotto Romagnolos are quite easy to train. | Lancashire Heelers are quite easy to train. | Lapponian Herders are quite easy to train. |
| Playfulness | The Lagotto Romagnolo is a playful breed. | The Lancashire Heeler is a highly playful breed. | The Lapponian Herder is a highly playful breed. |
| Sensitivity Level | Lagotto Romagnolos have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. | Lancashire Heelers have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
| Affection Level | Lagotto Romagnolos are average dogs regarding their affection level. | Lancashire Heelers are highly affectionate dogs. | Lapponian Herders are highly affectionate dogs. |
| Social Needs | Lagotto Romagnolos are a social breed. | Lancashire Heelers need for social interaction is average. | Lapponian Herders are a social breed. |
| Barking | Average to high: The Lagotto Romagnolo is a vocal breed. | Average: The Lancashire Heeler barks occasionally. | High: The Lapponian Herder is a very vocal breed. |
| Watchdog Ability | Lagotto Romagnolos are good watchdogs. | Lancashire Heelers are average watchdogs. | Lapponian Herders are good watchdogs. |
| Territorial | Lagotto Romagnolos are average defenders. | Lancashire Heelers are extremely protective guard dogs. | Lapponian Herders strongly protect their territory. |
| Biting Potential |
Low The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Low The Lancashire Heeler has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Low The Lapponian Herder has a low chance of biting somebody. |
| Mouthiness | Lagotto Romagnolos have lower than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. | Lancashire Heelers have lower than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. | Lapponian Herders have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. |
| Impulse to Wander or Roam | Lagotto Romagnolos have average wanderlust potential. | Wanderlust potential of the Lancashire Heeler is strong enough to escape from home. | Wanderlust potential of the Lapponian Herder is strong enough to escape from home. |
| Prey Drive | Lagotto Romagnolos have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. | Lancashire Heelers have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. | Lapponian Herders have a high impulse to chase and catch something. |
| Apartment Friendly | Lagotto Romagnolos are not the best choice for an apartment lifestyle, but they don't mind being inside if you walk them several times every day. | Lancashire Heelers are not recommended for an apartment lifestyle. | Lapponian Herders are not recommended for an apartment lifestyle. |
| Adaptability | Lagotto Romagnolos adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. | Lancashire Heelers adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. | Lapponian Herders adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
| Tolerates Being Left Alone | Lagotto Romagnolos do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work. | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. | Lapponian Herders do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work. |
| Fighting Dog |
Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. |
Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. |
Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. |
Good With - Lagotto Romagnolo vs Lancashire Heeler vs Lapponian Herder
| Stranger Friendly | Lagotto Romagnolos are average friendly towards strangers. | Lancashire Heelers are average friendly towards strangers. | Lapponian Herders are average friendly towards strangers. |
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| Child Friendly | Lagotto Romagnolos are kid-friendly dogs. | Lancashire Heelers are kid-friendly dogs. | Lapponian Herders are very kid-friendly dogs. |
| Cat Friendly | Lagotto Romagnolos are average friendly towards cats. | Lancashire Heelers are average friendly towards cats. | Lapponian Herders are average friendly towards cats. |
| Dog Friendly | Lagotto Romagnolos are average friendly towards other dogs. | Lancashire Heelers are average friendly towards other dogs. | Lapponian Herders are dog-friendly dogs. |
| Office Friendly |
Yes Lagotto Romagnolo is one of the best dog breeds for office environment |
No Lancashire Heeler is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Lapponian Herder is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
| Senior Citizens Friendly | Lagotto Romagnolos are usually recommended for elderly people. | Lancashire Heelers are usually recommended for elderly people. | Lapponian Herders are one of the best breeds for elderly people. |
| Pet Friendly | Lagotto Romagnolos are generally with other pets. | Lancashire Heelers are generally with other pets. | Lapponian Herders are generally with other pets. |
| Good For First Time Owners |
Yes Lagotto Romagnolos are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Lancashire Heelers are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
No Lapponian Herders are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality. |
| Service Dog |
Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
| Therapy Dog |
Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog. |
Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog. |
Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog. |
| Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog |
Yes A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones. |
Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones. |
Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones. |
| Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) |
Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people. |
Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people. |
Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people. |
| Boat Dog |
Yes Lagotto Romagnolo breed usually likes being on a boat. |
Not really Lancashire Heeler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Not really Lapponian Herder breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
| Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog |
Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Health Factors - Lagotto Romagnolo vs Lancashire Heeler vs Lapponian Herder
| Health Issues | The Lagotto Romagnolo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Lancashire Heeler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | Very healthy dog breed. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health Problems | Elbow Dysplasia Epilepsy Hip Dysplasia Juvenile Cataracts | Cataracts Collapsed Trachea Collie Eye Anomaly Lens Luxation Patellar Luxation Persistent Pupillary Membranes Reverse Sneezing | No set |
| Life Expectancy | 14-16 years | 12-15 years | 10-12 years |
| Hypoallergenic | Yes | No | No |
| Energy Level | Lagotto Romagnolos have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Lancashire Heelers have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Lapponian Herders are high energy dogs. |
| Exercise Need | Lagotto Romagnolos need quite a lot of exercise. | Lancashire Heelers have an average exercise need. | Lapponian Herders need a lot of exercises. |
| Sleeping Need | Lagotto Romagnolos are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend to much time with sleeping. | Lancashire Heelers are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend to much time with sleeping. | Lapponian Herders are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend to much time with sleeping. |
| Avg. daily food consumption | 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
| Weight Gain Potential | Low to Average. | Average to High. | Average to High. |
| Weather & Climate |
Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Lagotto Romagnolo can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. | Tolerates warm and cold weather. |
Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Lapponian Herder can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. |
| Stinkiness |
Low The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low chance of bad smell. |
Medium The Lancashire Heeler has an average chance of bad smell. |
Medium The Lapponian Herder has an average chance of bad smell. |
| Drooling tendency | The Lagotto Romagnolo is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency. | The Lancashire Heeler is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency. | The Lapponian Herder is an average drooler. |
Reproducibility - Lagotto Romagnolo vs Lancashire Heeler vs Lapponian Herder
| Gestation Length | 60-64 days | 60-64 days | 60-64 days |
|---|---|---|---|
| How often can the have a litter? |
Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
| Litter Size | 4-6 puppies | 2-5 puppies | 3-5 puppies |
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