Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Lagotto Romagnolo Comparison – Which dog is better Istarski Kratkodlaki Gonic or Lagotti Romagnoli?

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Name	Istrian Shorthaired Hound	Lagotto Romagnolo
Origins	Croatia	Italy
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog
Popularity Rank	315	117
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Istrian Shorthaired Hound and Lagotto Romagnolo. What other names are these breeds known by?	Istarski Kratkodlaki Gonic	Lagotti Romagnoli Lagotto Water Dog of Romagna Romagna Water Dog
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between an Istrian Shorthaired Hound and a Lagotto Romagnolo. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Lagotto Romagnolo Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between an Istrian Shorthaired Hound and a Lagotto Romagnolo. Which breed is heavier?	35-40 pounds (16-18 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?	37.5 pounds (17 kg)	Male: 31.5 pounds (14.5 kg), Female: 27.5 pounds (12.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Istrian Shorthaired Hound or Lagotto Romagnolo? Is an Istrian Shorthaired Hound taller than a Lagotto Romagnolo?	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?	19 inch (48.5 cm)	Male: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm)

Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Lagotto Romagnolo Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between an Istrian Shorthaired Hound and a Lagotto Romagnolo. Which breed costs more?	$900-$1000	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Istrian Shorthaired Hound or Lagotto Romagnolo?	Average: The Istrian Shorthaired Hound is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The Lagotto Romagnolo is easier than average to get.

Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Lagotto Romagnolo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Smart: The Istrian Shorthaired Hound 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.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare training requirements.	Istrian Shorthaired Hound dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare alertness levels.	Istrian Shorthaired Hound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare territorial behaviors.	Istrian Shorthaired Hound dogs are average defenders. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Lagotto Romagnolo Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of an Istrian Shorthaired Hound and a Lagotto Romagnolo. How do their temperaments differ?	Obedient Devoted Outright Calm	Loving Intelligent Loyal Social Trainable Cheerful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Lagotto Romagnolo?	Istrian Shorthaired Hound dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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: Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Lagotto Romagnolo?	Average to High: Istrian Shorthaired Hound dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Lagotto Romagnolo social needs comparison:	Istrian Shorthaired Hound 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? What's the difference between Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Lagotto Romagnolo?	The wanderlust potential of the Istrian Shorthaired Hound is strong enough to escape from home. 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 Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Lagotto Romagnolo? Which can be better for hunting?	Istrian Shorthaired Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. 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

Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Lagotto Romagnolo Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare vocalization tendencies.	A lot: Istrian Shorthaired Hound is a particularly loud 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: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare play drive and energy.	Istrian Shorthaired Hounds don't really like playing. See more.	The Lagotto Romagnolo is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare living space needs.	It is not recommended to keep the Istrian Shorthaired Hound breed in the home.	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

Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Lagotto Romagnolo Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare adaptability levels.	Istrian Shorthaired Hound dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different 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: Istrian Shorthaired Hound or Lagotto Romagnolo?	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.

Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Lagotto Romagnolo Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Istrian Shorthaired Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Istrian Shorthaired Hound 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: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Istrian Shorthaired Hound 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

Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Lagotto Romagnolo Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare average lifespans.	11-15 years The average lifespan of Istrian Shorthaired Hound: 13 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Lagotto Romagnolo: 15 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound 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 an Istrian Shorthaired Hound and a Lagotto Romagnolo. Which breed is healthier?	Very healthy dog breed.	The Lagotto Romagnolo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Lagotto Romagnolo?	Rare The Istrian Shorthaired Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Lagotto Romagnolo should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Lagotto Romagnolo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Lagotto Romagnolo health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Juvenile Cataracts

Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Lagotto Romagnolo Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare activity levels.	Istrian Shorthaired Hound dogs are high-energy dogs.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Lagotto Romagnolo exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Istrian Shorthaired Hound or Lagotto Romagnolo? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Istrian Shorthaired Hound dogs need a lot of exercises.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Istrian Shorthaired Hound or Lagotto Romagnolo?	Istrian Shorthaired Hound dogs don't need too much sleep.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Lagotto Romagnolo Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare obesity risks.	Low to Average: The Istrian Shorthaired Hound has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare daily food needs.	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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Lagotto Romagnolo Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	Yes See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Istrian Shorthaired Hound and Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare breed colors.	White & Red-Orange	Black Gray Tan White Brown
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare maintenance needs.	Easy to groom: The Istrian Shorthaired Hound 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
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare drooling amounts.	The Istrian Shorthaired Hound is an average drooler. See more.	The Lagotto Romagnolo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Istrian Shorthaired Hound 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 an Istrian Shorthaired Hound and a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare fur types.	Flat	Waterproof
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare bathing frequencies.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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 Istrian Shorthaired Hound or Lagotto Romagnolo? Do Istrian Shorthaired Hound dogs shed more than Lagotto Romagnolo dogs?	Istrian Shorthaired Hound dogs are low shedders. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are low shedders. See more.
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Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Lagotto Romagnolo Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare kid-friendliness.	Istrian Shorthaired Hound dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Istrian Shorthaired Hound dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Istrian Shorthaired Hound or Lagotto Romagnolo? Which dog is more friendly?	Istrian Shorthaired Hound 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
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Istrian Shorthaired Hound or Lagotto Romagnolo?	Istrian Shorthaired Hound dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Istrian Shorthaired Hound or Lagotto Romagnolo? Can an Istrian Shorthaired Hound and a Lagotto Romagnolo be friends? Do Istrian Shorthaired Hound dogs get along with Lagotto Romagnolo dogs?	Istrian Shorthaired Hound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Lagotto Romagnolo?	No Istrian Shorthaired Hound dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn 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 Istrian Shorthaired Hound 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?	Istrian Shorthaired Hounds are not the best breed for elderly people.	Lagotto Romagnolos are usually recommended for elderly people.

Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Lagotto Romagnolo As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound 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: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound 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.
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Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound 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: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound 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: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Istrian Shorthaired Hound 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: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound 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 Istrian Shorthaired Hound 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.

Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Lagotto Romagnolo Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Istrian Shorthaired Hound and Lagotto Romagnolo. Which has larger litters?	4-8 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Istrian Shorthaired Hound and Lagotto Romagnolo breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Istrian Shorthaired Hound 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.

Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Lagotto Romagnolo Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Istrian Shorthaired Hound 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 Istrian Shorthaired Hound 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 Istrian Shorthaired Hound and Lagotto Romagnolo. Which is more widely recognized?	No data available	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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