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Name	Cavapoo	Kooikerhondje	Lagotto Romagnolo
Origins	Australia	Netherlands	Italy
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Group	Companion Dogs	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Cavoodle	Nederlandse Kooikerhondje Small Dutch Waterfowl Dog Kooiker Dog	Lagotti Romagnoli Lagotto Water Dog of Romagna Romagna Water Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Cavapoo vs Kooikerhondje vs Lagotto Romagnolo breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Cavapoo vs Kooikerhondje vs Lagotto Romagnolo Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Cavapoo or Kooikerhondje or Lagotto Romagnolo? Which is the smallest dog, Cavapoo or Kooikerhondje or Lagotto Romagnolo?	Small Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Cavapoo or Kooikerhondje or Kooikerhondje? Cavapoo vs Kooikerhondje vs Lagotto Romagnolo weight comparison:	12-24 pounds (5.4-11 kg)	20-40 pounds (9-18 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?	18 pounds (5.7.5 kg)	30 pounds (13.5 kg)	Male: 31.5 pounds (14.5 kg), Female: 27.5 pounds (12.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Cavapoo or Kooikerhondje or Lagotto Romagnolo? Cavapoo vs Kooikerhondje vs Lagotto Romagnolo height comparison:	11-18 inches (28-45 cm)	14-16 inches (36-41 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?	14.5 inches (36.5 cm)	15 inches (38.5 cm)	Male: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm)

Cavapoo vs Kooikerhondje vs Lagotto Romagnolo Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Cavapoo or Kooikerhondje or Lagotto Romagnolo? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$1800	$600-$800	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Cavapoo or Kooikerhondje or Lagotto Romagnolo?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Frequent: The Lagotto Romagnolo is easier than average to get.

Cavapoo vs Kooikerhondje vs Lagotto Romagnolo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Cavapoo vs Kooikerhondje vs Lagotto Romagnolo intelligence:	Very smart: Cavapoo is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Cavapoo vs Kooikerhondje vs Lagotto Romagnolo trainability comparison.	Cavapoo dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs are quite 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 Ability Which is the better watchdog: Cavapoo or Kooikerhondje or Lagotto Romagnolo?	Cavapoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Cavapoo or Kooikerhondje or Lagotto Romagnolo? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Cavapoo dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Cavapoo vs Kooikerhondje vs Lagotto Romagnolo Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Cavapoo or Kooikerhondje or Lagotto Romagnolo? Cavapoo vs Kooikerhondje vs Lagotto Romagnolo behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Intelligent Gentle	Loving Alert Intelligent Territorial Lively Going Cheerful	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. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. 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: Cavapoo vs Kooikerhondje vs Lagotto Romagnolo?	High: Cavapoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Kooikerhondje 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.
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Social Needs Cavapoo vs Kooikerhondje vs Lagotto Romagnolo social needs comparison:	Cavapoo dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Cavapoo dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Cavapoo 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.	Kooikerhondje 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

Cavapoo vs Kooikerhondje vs Lagotto Romagnolo Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Cavapoo vs Kooikerhondje vs Lagotto Romagnolo playfulness comparison:	Average: Cavapoos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Kooikerhondje is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Lagotto Romagnolo is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Cavapoo vs Kooikerhondje vs Lagotto Romagnolo?	Average: The Cavapoo barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Kooikerhondje barks occasionally. 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
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Cavapoo or Kooikerhondje or Lagotto Romagnolo?	Very house-friendly dog the Cavapoo 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 Kooikerhondje 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.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Cavapoo vs Kooikerhondje vs Lagotto Romagnolo Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Cavapoo dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Kooikerhondje 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: Cavapoo or Kooikerhondje or Lagotto Romagnolo?	Cavapoo dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	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.

Cavapoo vs Kooikerhondje vs Lagotto Romagnolo Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Cavapoo or Kooikerhondje or Lagotto Romagnolo?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Cavapoo bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Kooikerhondje bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Lagotto Romagnolo bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Cavapoo has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Kooikerhondje has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Cavapoo vs Kooikerhondje vs Lagotto Romagnolo mouthiness comparison:	Cavapoo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs have an 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.

Cavapoo vs Kooikerhondje vs Lagotto Romagnolo Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Cavapoo vs Kooikerhondje vs Lagotto Romagnolo health comparison. Which is the healthier: Cavapoo vs Kooikerhondje vs Lagotto Romagnolo?	Very healthy dog breed.	The Kooikerhondje 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
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cavapoo vs Kooikerhondje vs Lagotto Romagnolo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cavapoo vs Kooikerhondje vs Lagotto Romagnolo health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation	Cataracts Luxating Patella Von Willebrand's Disease Epilepsy Kidney Issues Hereditary Necrotising Myelopathy Myositis	Hip Dysplasia Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Juvenile Cataracts
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Cavapoo should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Kooikerhondje 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
Life Expectancy Cavapoo vs Kooikerhondje vs Lagotto Romagnolo lifespan comparison. How long do Cavapoo, Kooikerhondje and Lagotto Romagnolo breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-15 years The average lifespan of Cavapoo: 12 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Kooikerhondje: 13 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Lagotto Romagnolo: 15 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Cavapoo vs Kooikerhondje vs Lagotto Romagnolo?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Cavapoo can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Kooikerhondje can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. 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.

Cavapoo vs Kooikerhondje vs Lagotto Romagnolo Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Cavapoo or Kooikerhondje or Lagotto Romagnolo? Cavapoo vs Kooikerhondje vs Lagotto Romagnolo energy level comparison:	Cavapoo dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Kooikerhondje dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Cavapoo vs Kooikerhondje vs Lagotto Romagnolo exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Cavapoo or Kooikerhondje or Lagotto Romagnolo? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Cavapoo dogs have an average exercise need.	Kooikerhondje dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Cavapoo or Kooikerhondje or Lagotto Romagnolo?	Cavapoo dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Kooikerhondje dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Cavapoo vs Kooikerhondje vs Lagotto Romagnolo Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Cavapoo or Kooikerhondje or Lagotto Romagnolo?	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 2 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
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Cavapoo vs Kooikerhondje vs Lagotto Romagnolo weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cavapoo's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Kooikerhondje 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

Cavapoo vs Kooikerhondje vs Lagotto Romagnolo Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Cavapoo vs Kooikerhondje vs Lagotto Romagnolo coat comparison:	Curly Wavy Straight	Waterproof Wavy Thick Straight	Waterproof
Colors What are the original Cavapoo, Kooikerhondje and Lagotto Romagnolo color?	Black Cream White Sable Tricolor Chestnut Apricot Red sable Phantom	Red White Orange	Black Gray Tan White Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Cavapoo or Kooikerhondje or Lagotto Romagnolo? Cavapoo vs Kooikerhondje vs Lagotto Romagnolo grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Cavapoo requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Kooikerhondje doesn't require a lot of grooming. 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
Shedding Level Who sheds more Cavapoo or Kooikerhondje or Lagotto Romagnolo? Cavapoo or Kooikerhondje or {name3 shedding:	Cavapoo dogs shed moderately. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs shed moderately. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are low shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Cavapoo or Kooikerhondje or Lagotto Romagnolo?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Cavapoo vs Kooikerhondje vs Lagotto Romagnolo hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Cavapoo vs Kooikerhondje vs Lagotto Romagnolo?	Medium ⏺ The Cavapoo has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Kooikerhondje 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 Cavapoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Kooikerhondje 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.

Cavapoo vs Kooikerhondje vs Lagotto Romagnolo Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Cavapoo dogs are generally with other pets.	Kooikerhondje dogs are generally with other pets.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Cavapoo or Kooikerhondje or Lagotto Romagnolo? Which dog is more friendly?	Cavapoo dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Kooikerhondje dogs are not the most 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
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Cavapoo or Kooikerhondje or Lagotto Romagnolo?	Cavapoo dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Kooikerhondje dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Cavapoo or Kooikerhondje or Lagotto Romagnolo?	Cavapoo dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Kooikerhondje dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Cavapoo or Kooikerhondje or Lagotto Romagnolo?	Cavapoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Kooikerhondje dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Cavapoo vs Kooikerhondje vs Lagotto Romagnolo?	Yes Cavapoo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Kooikerhondje 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 Cavapoo is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Kooikerhondje 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?	Cavapoos are commonly okay with elderly people.	Kooikerhondjes are usually recommended for elderly people.	Lagotto Romagnolos are usually recommended for elderly people.

Cavapoo vs Kooikerhondje vs Lagotto Romagnolo As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	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 Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Cavapoo or Kooikerhondje or Lagotto Romagnolo? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	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
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: Cavapoo vs Kooikerhondje vs Lagotto Romagnolo?	Yes Cavapoo breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Kooikerhondje breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Lagotto Romagnolo breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	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.
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.

Cavapoo vs Kooikerhondje 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Cavapoo and Kooikerhondje and Lagotto Romagnolo have?	2-8 puppies	5-7 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Cavapoo vs Kooikerhondje vs Lagotto Romagnolo Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2018 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?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	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?	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. United Kennel Club American Rare Breed Association 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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