Bolognese dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo Comparison – Which dog is better Bolognese Toy Dog or Lagotti Romagnoli?

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Name	Bolognese dog	Lagotto Romagnolo
Origins	Italy	Italy
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Group	Companion Dogs	Gun Dog
Popularity Rank	288	117
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Bolognese dog and Lagotto Romagnolo. What other names are these breeds known by?	Bolognese Toy Dog Bichon Bolognese	Lagotti Romagnoli Lagotto Water Dog of Romagna Romagna Water Dog
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Bolognese dog and a Lagotto Romagnolo. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Bolognese dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Bolognese dog or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Small	Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Bolognese dog and a Lagotto Romagnolo. Which breed is heavier?	4.5-9 pounds (2.5-4 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?	6.75 pounds (3.25 kg)	Male: 31.5 pounds (14.5 kg), Female: 27.5 pounds (12.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bolognese dog or Lagotto Romagnolo? Is a Bolognese dog taller than a Lagotto Romagnolo?	Males: 10.5-12 inches (27-30 cm), Female: 10-11 inches (25-28 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?	Males: 11.25 inches (28.5 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)	Male: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm)

Bolognese dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Bolognese dog and a Lagotto Romagnolo. Which breed costs more?	$1200-$1400	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Bolognese dog or Lagotto Romagnolo?	Average: The Bolognese dog is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The Lagotto Romagnolo is easier than average to get.

Bolognese dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Bolognese dog or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Smart: The Bolognese dog dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Bolognese dog or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare training requirements.	Bolognese dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Bolognese dog or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare alertness levels.	Bolognese dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Bolognese dog or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare territorial behaviors.	Bolognese dog dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Bolognese dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Bolognese dog and a Lagotto Romagnolo. How do their temperaments differ?	Active Playful Intelligent Loyal Devoted Calm Faithful Easygoing Earnest Willing Serene	Loving Intelligent Loyal Social Trainable Cheerful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Bolognese dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo?	Sensitive: Bolognese dog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bolognese dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo?	High: Bolognese dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Bolognese dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo social needs comparison:	Bolognese dog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Bolognese dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo?	Bolognese dog dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Bolognese dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo? Which can be better for hunting?	Bolognese dog dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Bolognese dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Bolognese dog or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average to High: The Bolognese dog is a vocal breed. See more.	Average to High: The Lagotto Romagnolo is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Bolognese dog or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Bolognese dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Lagotto Romagnolo is a playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Bolognese dog or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare living space needs.	Very house-friendly dog the Bolognese dog breed.	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.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Bolognese dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Bolognese dog or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare adaptability levels.	Bolognese dog 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.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Bolognese dog or Lagotto Romagnolo?	Bolognese dog 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.

Bolognese dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Bolognese dog or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Bolognese dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Bolognese dog or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Bolognese dog dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Bolognese dog or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Bolognese dog bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Lagotto Romagnolo bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Bolognese dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Bolognese dog or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare average lifespans.	13-15 years The average lifespan of Bolognese dog: 14 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Lagotto Romagnolo: 15 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Bolognese dog or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	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. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Bolognese dog and a Lagotto Romagnolo. Which breed is healthier?	The Bolognese dog 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.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Bolognese dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo?	Average The Bolognese dog 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.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bolognese dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bolognese dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Chronic Eye Irritation	Hip Dysplasia Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Juvenile Cataracts

Bolognese dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Bolognese dog or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare activity levels.	Bolognese dog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Bolognese dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bolognese dog or Lagotto Romagnolo? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Bolognese dog dogs exercise need is minimal.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Bolognese dog or Lagotto Romagnolo?	Bolognese dog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Bolognese dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Bolognese dog or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare obesity risks.	Average: The Bolognese dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Bolognese dog or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare daily food needs.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Bolognese dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Bolognese dog or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare allergy friendliness.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Bolognese dog and Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare breed colors.	Pure white	Black Gray Tan White Brown
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Bolognese dog or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The Bolognese dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Bolognese dog or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare drooling amounts.	The Bolognese dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Lagotto Romagnolo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Bolognese dog or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Bolognese dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Bolognese dog and a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare fur types.	Curly Silky	Waterproof
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Bolognese dog or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare bathing frequencies.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Bolognese dog or Lagotto Romagnolo? Do Bolognese dog dogs shed more than Lagotto Romagnolo dogs?	Bolognese dog dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are low shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Bolognese dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Bolognese dog or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare kid-friendliness.	Bolognese dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Bolognese dog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Bolognese dog or Lagotto Romagnolo? Which dog is more friendly?	Bolognese dog dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Bolognese dog or Lagotto Romagnolo?	Bolognese dog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Bolognese dog or Lagotto Romagnolo? Can a Bolognese dog and a Lagotto Romagnolo be friends? Do Bolognese dog dogs get along with Lagotto Romagnolo dogs?	Bolognese dog dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Bolognese dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo?	Yes Bolognese dog 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 Bolognese dog 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?	Bolognese dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Lagotto Romagnolos are usually recommended for elderly people.

Bolognese dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Bolognese dog or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare service capabilities.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Bolognese dog or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare therapy capabilities.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Bolognese dog or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare scenting abilities.	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 & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Bolognese dog or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Bolognese dog or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Bolognese dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Lagotto Romagnolo breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Bolognese dog or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare draft work capabilities.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Bolognese dog and Lagotto Romagnolo. Which has stronger military background?	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.

Bolognese dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Bolognese dog and Lagotto Romagnolo. Which has larger litters?	2-5 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Bolognese dog and Lagotto Romagnolo breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Bolognese dog and Lagotto Romagnolo. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Bolognese dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Bolognese dog and Lagotto Romagnolo. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Bolognese dog and Lagotto Romagnolo. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Bolognese dog and Lagotto Romagnolo. Which is more widely recognized?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Foundation Stock Service	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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