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Boxer vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo Comparison - Dog breed selector: Deutscher Boxer or Cao De Agua or Lagotti Romagnoli? Find the right dog for you

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Name Boxer Portuguese Water Dog Lagotto Romagnolo
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Deutscher Boxer
German Boxer
Cao De Agua
Portie
Water Dog
Lagotti Romagnoli
Lagotto
Water Dog of Romagna
Romagna Water Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Boxer vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Boxer vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Boxer or Portuguese Water Dog or Lagotto Romagnolo? Which is the smallest dog, Boxer or Portuguese Water Dog or Lagotto Romagnolo?
Medium Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Boxer or Portuguese Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog? Boxer vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo weight comparison:
Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg) Male: 42-55 pounds (19-25 kg), Female: 35-49 pounds (16-22 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: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg) Male: 48.5 pounds (22 kg), Female: 42 pounds (19 kg) Male: 31.5 pounds (14.5 kg), Female: 27.5 pounds (12.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Boxer or Portuguese Water Dog or Lagotto Romagnolo? Boxer vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo height comparison:
Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm) Male: 20-22 inches (50-57 cm), Female: 17-20 inches (43-52 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: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm) Male: 21 inches (53.5 cm), Female: 18.5 inches (47.5 cm) Male: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm)

Boxer vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Boxer or Portuguese Water Dog or Lagotto Romagnolo? Which is more expensive?
$600-$1200 $2500-$2800 $500-$700
Availability
Which is easier to get, Boxer or Portuguese Water Dog or Lagotto Romagnolo?
Very frequent: The Boxer is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Portuguese Water Dog is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Lagotto Romagnolo is easier than average to get.

Boxer vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Boxer vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Portuguese Water Dog dogs have great intelligence.
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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
Boxer vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo trainability comparison.
Boxer dogs are quite easy to train.
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Portuguese Water Dog 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: Boxer or Portuguese Water Dog or Lagotto Romagnolo?
Boxer dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs.
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Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Boxer or Portuguese Water Dog or Lagotto Romagnolo? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Boxer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average defenders.
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Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average defenders.
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Boxer vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Boxer or Portuguese Water Dog or Lagotto Romagnolo? Boxer vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Energetic
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Loyal
Fearless
Brave
Bright
Intelligent
Docile
Obedient
Brave
Impetuous
Quarrelsome
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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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: Boxer vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo?
High: Boxer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Portuguese Water Dog 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
Boxer vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo social needs comparison:
Boxer dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Portuguese Water Dog 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?
Boxer dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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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?
Boxer 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.
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Portuguese Water 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.
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Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Boxer vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Boxer vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo playfulness comparison:
The Boxer is a playful breed.
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The Portuguese Water Dog is a playful breed.
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The Lagotto Romagnolo is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Boxer vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo?
Low to Average: The Boxer rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Portuguese Water Dog rarely barks.
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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 Boxer or Portuguese Water Dog or Lagotto Romagnolo?
Apartment-friendly dog the Boxer breed.
Apartment-friendly dog the Portuguese Water 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.

Boxer vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Boxer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Portuguese Water 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Boxer or Portuguese Water Dog or Lagotto Romagnolo?
Boxer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Portuguese Water 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.

Boxer vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Boxer or Portuguese Water Dog or Lagotto Romagnolo?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Boxer bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Portuguese Water Dog 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 Boxer has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Boxer vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo mouthiness comparison:
Boxer dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, 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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Boxer vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Boxer vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo health comparison. Which is the healthier: Boxer vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo?
The Boxer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Portuguese Water 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.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Boxer vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Boxer vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Deafness
Demodectic Mange
Aortic Stenosis
Boxer Cardiomyopathy
Corneal Dystrophy
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Entropion
Ectropion
Distichiasis
Persistent Pupillary Membranes
Addison's Disease
Megaesophagus
Irritable Bowel Disease (ibd)
Abnormally Small Eyes
GM-1 Storage Disease
Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Colitis
Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis
Lymphangiectasia
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Juvenile Cataracts
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Boxer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Portuguese Water 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.
Life Expectancy
Boxer vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo lifespan comparison. How long do Boxer, Portuguese Water Dog and Lagotto Romagnolo breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Boxer: 11 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Portuguese Water Dog: 12 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Lagotto Romagnolo: 15 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Boxer vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Portuguese Water Dog 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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Boxer vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Boxer vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Boxer or Portuguese Water Dog or Lagotto Romagnolo?
Recommended daily amount: 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 2.5 cup 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Boxer vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boxer's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Portuguese Water Dog 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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Boxer vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Boxer vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo coat comparison:
Waterproof Curly Waterproof
Colors
What are the original Boxer, Portuguese Water Dog and Lagotto Romagnolo color?
White
Fawn
Brindle
Black
White
Brown
Black
Gray
Tan
White
Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Boxer or Portuguese Water Dog or Lagotto Romagnolo? Boxer vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Boxer requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Portuguese Water Dog requires average grooming effort.
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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 Boxer or Portuguese Water Dog or Lagotto Romagnolo? Boxer or Portuguese Water Dog or {name3 shedding:
Boxer dogs shed moderately.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal.
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Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are low shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Boxer or Portuguese Water Dog or Lagotto Romagnolo?
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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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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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
Boxer vs Portuguese Water Dog 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, Boxer vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo?

High 🔼

The Boxer has a high chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Portuguese Water Dog has a low 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 Boxer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Portuguese Water Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Lagotto Romagnolo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Boxer vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Boxer dogs are generally with other pets.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Boxer or Portuguese Water Dog or Lagotto Romagnolo? Which dog is more friendly?
Boxer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Boxer or Portuguese Water Dog or Lagotto Romagnolo?
Boxer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Boxer or Portuguese Water Dog or Lagotto Romagnolo?
Boxer dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Boxer or Portuguese Water Dog or Lagotto Romagnolo?
Boxer dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are 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: Boxer vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo?
Yes
Boxer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Portuguese Water 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
Boxer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Portuguese Water 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?
Boxers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Portuguese Water Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Lagotto Romagnolos are usually recommended for elderly people.

Boxer vs Portuguese Water Dog 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: Boxer or Portuguese Water Dog 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: Boxer vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo?

Not really

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

Portuguese Water Dog breed usually likes 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?

Yes

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

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

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.

Boxer vs Portuguese Water Dog 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 Boxer and Portuguese Water Dog and Lagotto Romagnolo have?
2-10 puppies, average 6 4-8 puppies 4-6 puppies

Boxer vs Portuguese Water Dog 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 1983 as a Hound 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 Molossian type section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water 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
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
Canadian Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Australian National Kennel Council
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
The 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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