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Labrador Retriever vs Lagotto Romagnolo Comparison – Which dog is better Lab or Lagotti Romagnoli?

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Name Labrador Retriever Lagotto Romagnolo
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare different names used for Labrador Retriever and Lagotto Romagnolo. What other names are these breeds known by?
Lab
Labrador
Lagotti Romagnoli
Lagotto
Water Dog of Romagna
Romagna Water Dog
Breed Classification
Compare breed classifications between a Labrador Retriever and a Lagotto Romagnolo. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.
Purebred Purebred

Labrador Retriever vs Lagotto Romagnolo Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Which is bigger: a Labrador Retriever or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare size differences between these breeds.
Large Medium
Weight Statistics
Compare weight ranges between a Labrador Retriever and a Lagotto Romagnolo. Which breed is heavier?
Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 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: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) Male: 31.5 pounds (14.5 kg), Female: 27.5 pounds (12.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Labrador Retriever or Lagotto Romagnolo? Is a Labrador Retriever taller than a Lagotto Romagnolo?
Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 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 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) Male: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm)

Labrador Retriever vs Lagotto Romagnolo Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy prices between a Labrador Retriever and a Lagotto Romagnolo. Which breed costs more?
$1000-$2000 $500-$700
Availability
Which is easier to get, Labrador Retriever or Lagotto Romagnolo?
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Lagotto Romagnolo is easier than average to get.

Labrador Retriever vs Lagotto Romagnolo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Which is smarter: a Labrador Retriever or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.
Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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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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Training Difficulty
Which is easier to train: a Labrador Retriever or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare training requirements.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train.
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Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Which makes a better watchdog: a Labrador Retriever or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare alertness levels.
Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Which is more protective: a Labrador Retriever or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare territorial behaviors.
Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average defenders.
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Labrador Retriever vs Lagotto Romagnolo Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
Compare personalities of a Labrador Retriever and a Lagotto Romagnolo. How do their temperaments differ?
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Loving
Intelligent
Loyal
Social
Trainable
Cheerful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Labrador Retriever vs Lagotto Romagnolo?
Sensitive: Labrador Retriever 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: Labrador Retriever vs Lagotto Romagnolo?
Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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Average: Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Labrador Retriever vs Lagotto Romagnolo social needs comparison:
Labrador Retriever 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? What's the difference between Labrador Retriever vs Lagotto Romagnolo?
Labrador Retriever 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? What's the difference between Labrador Retriever vs Lagotto Romagnolo? Which can be better for hunting?
Labrador Retriever dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Labrador Retriever vs Lagotto Romagnolo Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Which breed barks more: a Labrador Retriever or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare vocalization tendencies.
Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally.
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Average to High: The Lagotto Romagnolo is a vocal breed.
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Playful Nature
Which breed is more playful: a Labrador Retriever or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare play drive and energy.
The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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The Lagotto Romagnolo is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Which is better for apartments: a Labrador Retriever or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare living space needs.
It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever 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.

Labrador Retriever vs Lagotto Romagnolo Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Which adapts better to changes: a Labrador Retriever or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare adaptability levels.
Labrador Retriever 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: Labrador Retriever or Lagotto Romagnolo?
Labrador Retriever 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.

Labrador Retriever vs Lagotto Romagnolo Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Which has lower bite risk: a Labrador Retriever or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare biting tendencies.

Moderate

The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Which is more mouthy: a Labrador Retriever or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare mouthing behaviors.
Labrador Retriever 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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Bite Strength Rating
Which has a stronger bite: a Labrador Retriever or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare bite force PSI.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Lagotto Romagnolo bite force: Ordinary.

Labrador Retriever vs Lagotto Romagnolo Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Which lives longer: a Labrador Retriever or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare average lifespans.
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Lagotto Romagnolo: 15 years
Climate Tolerance
Which handles weather better: a Labrador Retriever or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare climate tolerances.
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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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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Health Concerns
Compare common health issues between a Labrador Retriever and a Lagotto Romagnolo. Which breed is healthier?
The Labrador Retriever 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.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Labrador Retriever vs Lagotto Romagnolo?
Average
The Labrador Retriever 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.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Labrador Retriever vs Lagotto Romagnolo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Labrador Retriever vs Lagotto Romagnolo health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Acute Moist Dermatitis
Cold Tail
Myopathy
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Juvenile Cataracts

Labrador Retriever vs Lagotto Romagnolo Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Labrador Retriever vs Lagotto Romagnolo Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Which gains weight easier: a Labrador Retriever or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare obesity risks.
High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Low to Average: The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Which eats more: a Labrador Retriever or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare daily food needs.
Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 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.

Labrador Retriever vs Lagotto Romagnolo Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Which is more hypoallergenic: a Labrador Retriever or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare allergy friendliness.
No See more. Yes See more.
Coat Colors
What color variations exist for Labrador Retriever and Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare breed colors.
Black
Yellow
Chocolate
Black
Gray
Tan
White
Brown
Grooming Requirements
Which needs more grooming: a Labrador Retriever or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare maintenance needs.
Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Drooling Tendency
Which drools more: a Labrador Retriever or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare drooling amounts.
The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler.
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The Lagotto Romagnolo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Which has less odor: a Labrador Retriever or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare natural smell levels.

High 🔼

The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
How do coats differ between a Labrador Retriever and a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare fur types.
Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Waterproof
Bathing Needs
Which needs more baths: a Labrador Retriever 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.
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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Labrador Retriever or Lagotto Romagnolo? Do Labrador Retriever dogs shed more than Lagotto Romagnolo dogs?
Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are low shedders.
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Labrador Retriever vs Lagotto Romagnolo Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Which is better with children: a Labrador Retriever or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare kid-friendliness.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Labrador Retriever or Lagotto Romagnolo? Which dog is more friendly?
Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Labrador Retriever or Lagotto Romagnolo?
Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Labrador Retriever or Lagotto Romagnolo? Can a Labrador Retriever and a Lagotto Romagnolo be friends? Do Labrador Retriever dogs get along with Lagotto Romagnolo dogs?
Labrador Retriever 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: Labrador Retriever vs Lagotto Romagnolo?
Yes
Labrador Retriever 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
Labrador Retriever 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?
Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Lagotto Romagnolos are usually recommended for elderly people.

Labrador Retriever vs Lagotto Romagnolo As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Which makes a better service dog: a Labrador Retriever or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare service capabilities.

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Which is better for therapy work: a Labrador Retriever or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare therapy capabilities.

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Which is better at detection work: a Labrador Retriever or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare scenting abilities.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential
Which is better for search and rescue: a Labrador Retriever or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare SAR abilities.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent 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 Labrador Retriever or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare maritime abilities.

Yes

Labrador Retriever 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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Draft Work Capability
Which is better at pulling: a Labrador Retriever 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.
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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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Military Service Background
Compare military history between Labrador Retriever 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.

Labrador Retriever vs Lagotto Romagnolo Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare litter sizes between Labrador Retriever and Lagotto Romagnolo. Which has larger litters?
5-10 puppies 4-6 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare pregnancy duration between Labrador Retriever and Lagotto Romagnolo breeds.
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding frequencies between Labrador Retriever and Lagotto Romagnolo. Which needs longer recovery?

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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Labrador Retriever vs Lagotto Romagnolo Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC classifications of Labrador Retriever and Lagotto Romagnolo. Which groups do they belong to?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI classifications of Labrador Retriever and Lagotto Romagnolo. Which groups are they in?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare kennel club recognition between Labrador Retriever and Lagotto Romagnolo. Which is more widely recognized?
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 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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