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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Border Terrier vs Beagle Comparison - Dog breed selector: Lagotti Romagnoli or Borders or English Beagle? Find the right dog for you

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Name Lagotto Romagnolo Border Terrier Beagle
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Lagotti Romagnoli
Lagotto
Water Dog of Romagna
Romagna Water Dog
Borders English Beagle
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Border Terrier vs Beagle breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Border Terrier vs Beagle Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Lagotto Romagnolo or Border Terrier or Beagle? Which is the smallest dog, Lagotto Romagnolo or Border Terrier or Beagle?
Medium Small Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Lagotto Romagnolo or Border Terrier or Border Terrier? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Border Terrier vs Beagle weight comparison:
Male: 28-35 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 24-31 pounds (11-14 kg) Males 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg), Female: 11-14 pounds (5-6 kg) Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 31.5 pounds (14.5 kg), Female: 27.5 pounds (12.5 kg) Males 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (5.5 kg) Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Lagotto Romagnolo or Border Terrier or Beagle? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Border Terrier vs Beagle height comparison:
Male: 17-19 inches (43-49 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm) Male: 13-16 inches (33-41 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm) Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm) Male: 14.5 inches (37 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm) Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Border Terrier vs Beagle Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Lagotto Romagnolo or Border Terrier or Beagle? Which is more expensive?
$500-$700 $1200-$1400 $500-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Lagotto Romagnolo or Border Terrier or Beagle?
Frequent: The Lagotto Romagnolo is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Border Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Border Terrier vs Beagle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Border Terrier vs Beagle 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 Border Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
Lagotto Romagnolo vs Border Terrier vs Beagle trainability comparison.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are quite easy to train.
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Border Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Beagle dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Lagotto Romagnolo or Border Terrier or Beagle?
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are good watchdogs.
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Border Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Lagotto Romagnolo or Border Terrier or Beagle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average defenders.
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Border Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Border Terrier vs Beagle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Lagotto Romagnolo or Border Terrier or Beagle? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Border Terrier vs Beagle behavior/temperament comparison:
Loving
Intelligent
Loyal
Social
Trainable
Cheerful
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Obedient
Outright
Tempered
Fearless
Loving
Independent
Intelligent
Friendly
Lively
Gentle
Sweet
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Border Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Border Terrier vs Beagle?
Average: Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Border Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Lagotto Romagnolo vs Border Terrier vs Beagle social needs comparison:
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are a social breed.
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Border Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Border Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Border Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Border Terrier vs Beagle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Lagotto Romagnolo vs Border Terrier vs Beagle playfulness comparison:
The Lagotto Romagnolo is a playful breed.
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Average: Border Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Beagle is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Border Terrier vs Beagle?
Average to High: The Lagotto Romagnolo is a vocal breed.
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Average to High: The Border Terrier is a vocal breed.
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A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Lagotto Romagnolo or Border Terrier or Beagle?
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.
Very house-friendly dog the Border Terrier breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Border Terrier vs Beagle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Lagotto Romagnolo dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Border Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Beagle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Lagotto Romagnolo or Border Terrier or Beagle?
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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Beagle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Border Terrier vs Beagle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Lagotto Romagnolo or Border Terrier or Beagle?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Lagotto Romagnolo bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Border Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Beagle bite force: Weak.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Border Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Lagotto Romagnolo vs Border Terrier vs Beagle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Border Terrier vs Beagle?
The Lagotto Romagnolo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Border Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Beagle 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: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Border Terrier vs Beagle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Border Terrier vs Beagle health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Juvenile Cataracts
Heart Murmurs
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Cryptorchidism
Seizures
Malocclusions
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Cherry Eye
Distichiasis
Glaucoma
Beagle Dwarfism
Chinese Beagle Syndrome
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Lagotto Romagnolo should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Border Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Lagotto Romagnolo vs Border Terrier vs Beagle lifespan comparison. How long do Lagotto Romagnolo, Border Terrier and Beagle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Lagotto Romagnolo: 15 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Terrier: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Border Terrier vs Beagle?
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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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Border Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Border Terrier vs Beagle Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Border Terrier vs Beagle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Lagotto Romagnolo or Border Terrier or Beagle?
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. 0.5 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? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Border Terrier vs Beagle weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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High: The Border Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Border Terrier vs Beagle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Border Terrier vs Beagle coat comparison:
Waterproof Rough Dense
Colors
What are the original Lagotto Romagnolo, Border Terrier and Beagle color?
Black
Gray
Tan
White
Brown
Tan
Red
Blue
Grizzle
Wheaten
Black
Tan
Red
White
Tricolor
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Lagotto Romagnolo or Border Terrier or Beagle? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Border Terrier vs Beagle grooming comparison:
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The Border Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Lagotto Romagnolo or Border Terrier or Beagle? Lagotto Romagnolo or Border Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are low shedders.
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Border Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Beagle dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Lagotto Romagnolo or Border Terrier or Beagle?
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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Lagotto Romagnolo vs Border Terrier vs Beagle 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, Lagotto Romagnolo vs Border Terrier vs Beagle?

Low 🔽

The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Border Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Lagotto Romagnolo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Border Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Border Terrier vs Beagle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are generally with other pets.
Border Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Beagle dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Lagotto Romagnolo or Border Terrier or Beagle? Which dog is more friendly?
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Border Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Beagle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Lagotto Romagnolo or Border Terrier or Beagle?
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Border Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Lagotto Romagnolo or Border Terrier or Beagle?
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Border Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Beagle dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Lagotto Romagnolo or Border Terrier or Beagle?
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Border Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Border Terrier vs Beagle?
Yes
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Border Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Beagle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
Yes
Lagotto Romagnolo is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
No
Border Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Beagle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Lagotto Romagnolos are usually recommended for elderly people.
Border Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Beagles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Border Terrier vs Beagle 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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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Lagotto Romagnolo or Border Terrier or Beagle? 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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Yes

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

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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Border Terrier vs Beagle?

Yes

Lagotto Romagnolo breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

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

Beagle 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?

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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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

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.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Border Terrier vs Beagle 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 Lagotto Romagnolo and Border Terrier and Beagle have?
4-6 puppies 2-8 puppies 2-14 puppies, average 7

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Border Terrier vs Beagle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
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
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
Border Terrier Club Of America, Inc.
Club Espanol De Terriers
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

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