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Standard Schnauzer vs Brittany vs Lagotto Romagnolo Comparison - Dog breed selector: Schnauzer or American Brittany or Lagotti Romagnoli? Find the right dog for you

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Name Standard Schnauzer Brittany Lagotto Romagnolo
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Schnauzer
Wirehair Pinscher
Mittelschnauzer
American Brittany
Brittany Spaniel
Epagneul Breton
Lagotti Romagnoli
Lagotto
Water Dog of Romagna
Romagna Water Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Standard Schnauzer vs Brittany vs Lagotto Romagnolo breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Standard Schnauzer vs Brittany vs Lagotto Romagnolo Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Standard Schnauzer or Brittany or Lagotto Romagnolo? Which is the smallest dog, Standard Schnauzer or Brittany or Lagotto Romagnolo?
Medium Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Standard Schnauzer or Brittany or Brittany? Standard Schnauzer vs Brittany vs Lagotto Romagnolo weight comparison:
Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg) Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg) Male: 28-35 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 24-31 pounds (11-14 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg) Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg) Male: 31.5 pounds (14.5 kg), Female: 27.5 pounds (12.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Standard Schnauzer or Brittany or Lagotto Romagnolo? Standard Schnauzer vs Brittany vs Lagotto Romagnolo height comparison:
Male: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm) Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm) Male: 17-19 inches (43-49 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm) Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm) Male: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm)

Standard Schnauzer vs Brittany vs Lagotto Romagnolo Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Standard Schnauzer or Brittany or Lagotto Romagnolo? Which is more expensive?
$1200-$1500 $700-$800 $500-$700
Availability
Which is easier to get, Standard Schnauzer or Brittany or Lagotto Romagnolo?
Very frequent: The Standard Schnauzer is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Lagotto Romagnolo is easier than average to get.

Standard Schnauzer vs Brittany vs Lagotto Romagnolo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Standard Schnauzer vs Brittany vs Lagotto Romagnolo intelligence:
Very smart: Standard Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed.
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Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Standard Schnauzer vs Brittany vs Lagotto Romagnolo trainability comparison.
Standard Schnauzer dogs are easy to train.
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Brittany dogs are easy to train.
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Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Standard Schnauzer or Brittany or Lagotto Romagnolo?
Standard Schnauzer dogs are good watchdogs.
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Brittany dogs are average watchdogs.
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Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Standard Schnauzer or Brittany or Lagotto Romagnolo? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Standard Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Brittany dogs are average defenders.
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Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average defenders.
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Standard Schnauzer vs Brittany vs Lagotto Romagnolo Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Standard Schnauzer or Brittany or Lagotto Romagnolo? Standard Schnauzer vs Brittany vs Lagotto Romagnolo behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Intelligent
Devoted
Lively
Trainable
Good-natured
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Social
Loving
Intelligent
Loyal
Social
Trainable
Cheerful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Brittany dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Standard Schnauzer vs Brittany vs Lagotto Romagnolo?
Average to High: Standard Schnauzer dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Standard Schnauzer vs Brittany vs Lagotto Romagnolo social needs comparison:
Standard Schnauzer dogs are a social breed.
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Brittany dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Standard Schnauzer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Brittany is strong enough to escape from home.
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Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Standard Schnauzer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Brittany dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Standard Schnauzer vs Brittany vs Lagotto Romagnolo Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Standard Schnauzer vs Brittany vs Lagotto Romagnolo playfulness comparison:
The Standard Schnauzer is a highly playful breed.
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The Brittany is a highly playful breed.
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The Lagotto Romagnolo is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Standard Schnauzer vs Brittany vs Lagotto Romagnolo?
Average: The Standard Schnauzer barks occasionally.
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Average: The Brittany barks occasionally.
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Average to High: The Lagotto Romagnolo is a vocal breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Standard Schnauzer or Brittany or Lagotto Romagnolo?
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Standard Schnauzer indoors.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Brittany indoors.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Lagotto Romagnolo indoors.

Standard Schnauzer vs Brittany vs Lagotto Romagnolo Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Standard Schnauzer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Brittany dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Lagotto Romagnolo dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Standard Schnauzer or Brittany or Lagotto Romagnolo?
Standard Schnauzer dogs 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.
Brittany dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs 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.

Standard Schnauzer vs Brittany vs Lagotto Romagnolo Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Standard Schnauzer or Brittany or Lagotto Romagnolo?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Standard Schnauzer bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Brittany bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Lagotto Romagnolo bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Standard Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.

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The Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Standard Schnauzer vs Brittany vs Lagotto Romagnolo mouthiness comparison:
Standard Schnauzer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Brittany dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Standard Schnauzer vs Brittany vs Lagotto Romagnolo Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Standard Schnauzer vs Brittany vs Lagotto Romagnolo health comparison. Which is the healthier: Standard Schnauzer vs Brittany vs Lagotto Romagnolo?
Standard Schnauzers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
The Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Lagotto Romagnolo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Standard Schnauzer vs Brittany vs Lagotto Romagnolo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Standard Schnauzer vs Brittany vs Lagotto Romagnolo health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Follicular Dermatitis
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Epilepsy
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Juvenile Cataracts
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Standard Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Lagotto Romagnolo should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Standard Schnauzer vs Brittany vs Lagotto Romagnolo lifespan comparison. How long do Standard Schnauzer, Brittany and Lagotto Romagnolo breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Standard Schnauzer: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Lagotto Romagnolo: 15 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Standard Schnauzer vs Brittany vs Lagotto Romagnolo?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Standard Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Brittany can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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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.
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Standard Schnauzer vs Brittany vs Lagotto Romagnolo Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Standard Schnauzer or Brittany or Lagotto Romagnolo? Standard Schnauzer vs Brittany vs Lagotto Romagnolo energy level comparison:
Standard Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Brittany dogs are high-energy dogs.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Standard Schnauzer vs Brittany vs Lagotto Romagnolo exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Standard Schnauzer or Brittany or Lagotto Romagnolo? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Standard Schnauzer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Brittany dogs need a lot of exercises.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Standard Schnauzer or Brittany or Lagotto Romagnolo?
Standard Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Brittany dogs don't need too much sleep.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Standard Schnauzer vs Brittany vs Lagotto Romagnolo Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Standard Schnauzer or Brittany or Lagotto Romagnolo?
1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Standard Schnauzer vs Brittany vs Lagotto Romagnolo weight gain potential comparison:
Low: The Standard Schnauzer has good luck with genetics.
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Average: The Brittany has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Standard Schnauzer vs Brittany vs Lagotto Romagnolo Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Standard Schnauzer vs Brittany vs Lagotto Romagnolo coat comparison:
Wiry Feathered Waterproof
Colors
What are the original Standard Schnauzer, Brittany and Lagotto Romagnolo color?
Black
Pepper
Salt
White
Orange
Liver
Roan
Black
Gray
Tan
White
Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Standard Schnauzer or Brittany or Lagotto Romagnolo? Standard Schnauzer vs Brittany vs Lagotto Romagnolo grooming comparison:
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Standard Schnauzer or Brittany or Lagotto Romagnolo? Standard Schnauzer or Brittany or {name3 shedding:
Standard Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal.
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Brittany dogs are low shedders.
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Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are low shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Standard Schnauzer or Brittany or Lagotto Romagnolo?
8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Standard Schnauzer vs Brittany vs Lagotto Romagnolo hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Standard Schnauzer vs Brittany vs Lagotto Romagnolo?

Low 🔽

The Standard Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Standard Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Lagotto Romagnolo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Standard Schnauzer vs Brittany vs Lagotto Romagnolo Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Standard Schnauzer dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Brittany dogs are generally with other pets.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Standard Schnauzer or Brittany or Lagotto Romagnolo? Which dog is more friendly?
Standard Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Brittany dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Standard Schnauzer or Brittany or Lagotto Romagnolo?
Standard Schnauzer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Brittany dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Standard Schnauzer or Brittany or Lagotto Romagnolo?
Standard Schnauzer dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Brittany dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Standard Schnauzer or Brittany or Lagotto Romagnolo?
Standard Schnauzer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Brittany dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Standard Schnauzer vs Brittany vs Lagotto Romagnolo?
Yes
Standard Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Brittany dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Standard Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Brittany is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
Lagotto Romagnolo is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Standard Schnauzers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Lagotto Romagnolos are usually recommended for elderly people.

Standard Schnauzer vs Brittany vs Lagotto Romagnolo As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Standard Schnauzer or Brittany or Lagotto Romagnolo? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Standard Schnauzer vs Brittany vs Lagotto Romagnolo?

Not really

Standard Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Brittany breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Lagotto Romagnolo breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military 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.

Standard Schnauzer vs Brittany vs Lagotto Romagnolo Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Standard Schnauzer and Brittany and Lagotto Romagnolo have?
4-8 puppies 1-11 puppies, average 6 4-6 puppies

Standard Schnauzer vs Brittany vs Lagotto Romagnolo Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club

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