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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cantabrian Water Dog vs Basenji Comparison - Dog breed selector: Lagotti Romagnoli or Merlucero or African Barkless Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Lagotto Romagnolo Cantabrian Water Dog Basenji
OriginsItaly flagItaly Spain flagSpain Democratic Republic of the Congo flagDemocratic Republic of the Congo
Group Gun Dog Hunting Dogs Hunting Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Lagotti Romagnoli
Lagotto
Water Dog of Romagna
Romagna Water Dog
Merlucero
Perro de lanas
Perro de agua cantábrico
African Barkless Dog
African Bush Dog
Ango Angari
Congo Terrier
Zande Dog
Congo Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cantabrian Water Dog vs Basenji breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cantabrian Water Dog vs Basenji Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Lagotto Romagnolo or Cantabrian Water Dog or Basenji? Which is the smallest dog, Lagotto Romagnolo or Cantabrian Water Dog or Basenji?
Medium Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Lagotto Romagnolo or Cantabrian Water Dog or Cantabrian Water Dog? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cantabrian Water Dog vs Basenji weight comparison:
Male: 28-35 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 24-31 pounds (11-14 kg) Male: 35-50 pounds (16-23 kg), Female: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg) Male: 22-26 pounds (10-12 kg), Female: 20-25 pounds (9-11 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) Male: 42.5 pounds (19.5 kg), Female: 37.5 pounds (17 kg) Male: 24 pounds (11 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Lagotto Romagnolo or Cantabrian Water Dog or Basenji? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cantabrian Water Dog vs Basenji height comparison:
Male: 17-19 inches (43-49 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm) Male: 17-20 inches (44-50 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (40-46 cm) Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm) Male: 18 inches (45.5 cm), Female: 17 inches (43.5 cm) Male: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cantabrian Water Dog vs Basenji Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Lagotto Romagnolo or Cantabrian Water Dog or Basenji? Which is more expensive?
$500-$700 $2500-$2800 $1000-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Lagotto Romagnolo or Cantabrian Water Dog or Basenji?
Frequent: The Lagotto Romagnolo is easier than average to get.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Very frequent: The Basenji is quite easy to get.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cantabrian Water Dog vs Basenji Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cantabrian Water Dog vs Basenji 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 Cantabrian Water Dog dogs have great intelligence.
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Low: The Basenji is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence.
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Trainability
Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cantabrian Water Dog vs Basenji trainability comparison.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are quite easy to train.
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Cantabrian Water Dog dogs are very easy to train.
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Basenji dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Lagotto Romagnolo or Cantabrian Water Dog or Basenji?
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are good watchdogs.
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Cantabrian Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs.
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Basenji dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Lagotto Romagnolo or Cantabrian Water Dog or Basenji? 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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Cantabrian Water Dog dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Basenji dogs are average defenders.
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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cantabrian Water Dog vs Basenji Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Lagotto Romagnolo or Cantabrian Water Dog or Basenji? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cantabrian Water Dog vs Basenji behavior/temperament comparison:
Loving
Intelligent
Loyal
Social
Trainable
Cheerful
Intelligent
Easygoing
Curious
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
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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Cantabrian Water Dog dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Basenji 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: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cantabrian Water Dog vs Basenji?
Average: Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Cantabrian Water Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Slightly Below Average: Basenji dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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Social Needs
Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cantabrian Water Dog vs Basenji social needs comparison:
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are a social breed.
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Cantabrian Water Dog dogs are a social breed.
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Basenji dogs are kinda antisocial.
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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 Cantabrian Water Dog is strong enough to escape from home.
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Basenji 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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Cantabrian Water Dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Basenji dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cantabrian Water Dog vs Basenji Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cantabrian Water Dog vs Basenji playfulness comparison:
The Lagotto Romagnolo is a playful breed.
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The Cantabrian Water Dog is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Basenjis, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cantabrian Water Dog vs Basenji?
Average to High: The Lagotto Romagnolo is a vocal breed.
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Average: The Cantabrian Water Dog barks occasionally.
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Low: The Basenji barks none to minimal.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Lagotto Romagnolo or Cantabrian Water Dog or Basenji?
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.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Cantabrian Water Dog breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Basenji breed in the home.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cantabrian Water Dog vs Basenji 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.
Cantabrian Water Dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Basenji dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Lagotto Romagnolo or Cantabrian Water Dog or Basenji?
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.
Cantabrian Water Dog 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.
Basenji dogs handle alone time quite well.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cantabrian Water Dog vs Basenji Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Lagotto Romagnolo or Cantabrian Water Dog or Basenji?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Lagotto Romagnolo bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Cantabrian Water Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Basenji bite force: Ordinary.
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 Cantabrian Water Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cantabrian Water Dog vs Basenji health comparison. Which is the healthier: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cantabrian Water Dog vs Basenji?
The Lagotto Romagnolo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Cantabrian Water Dogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Basenji 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 Cantabrian Water Dog vs Basenji? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cantabrian Water Dog vs Basenji health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Juvenile Cataracts
No data available Eye Problems
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Kidney Issues
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.
Frequent
The Cantabrian Water Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Basenji should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cantabrian Water Dog vs Basenji lifespan comparison. How long do Lagotto Romagnolo, Cantabrian Water Dog and Basenji breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Lagotto Romagnolo: 15 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Cantabrian Water Dog: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Basenji: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cantabrian Water Dog vs Basenji?
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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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 warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cantabrian Water Dog vs Basenji Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cantabrian Water Dog vs Basenji Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Lagotto Romagnolo or Cantabrian Water Dog or Basenji?
1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. 3/4 to 1 cup 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 Cantabrian Water Dog vs Basenji weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Cantabrian Water Dog has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Basenji has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cantabrian Water Dog vs Basenji Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cantabrian Water Dog vs Basenji coat comparison:
Waterproof Curly
Woolly
Fine
Colors
What are the original Lagotto Romagnolo, Cantabrian Water Dog and Basenji color?
Black
Gray
Tan
White
Brown
Black
Cream
White
Fawn
Beige
Black & White
Brown & White
Black
Tan
Red
White
Brindle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Lagotto Romagnolo or Cantabrian Water Dog or Basenji? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cantabrian Water Dog vs Basenji grooming comparison:
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Effortless: The Cantabrian Water Dog requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Basenji requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Lagotto Romagnolo or Cantabrian Water Dog or Basenji? Lagotto Romagnolo or Cantabrian Water Dog or {name3 shedding:
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are low shedders.
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Cantabrian Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal.
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Basenji dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Lagotto Romagnolo or Cantabrian Water Dog or Basenji?
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
Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cantabrian Water Dog vs Basenji 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 Cantabrian Water Dog vs Basenji?

Low 🔽

The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Cantabrian Water Dog has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

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

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are generally with other pets.
Cantabrian Water Dog dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Basenji dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Lagotto Romagnolo or Cantabrian Water Dog or Basenji? Which dog is more friendly?
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cantabrian Water Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Basenji dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Lagotto Romagnolo or Cantabrian Water Dog or Basenji?
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cantabrian Water Dog dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Basenji dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Lagotto Romagnolo or Cantabrian Water Dog or Basenji?
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Cantabrian Water Dog dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Basenji dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Lagotto Romagnolo or Cantabrian Water Dog or Basenji?
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Cantabrian Water Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Basenji dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cantabrian Water Dog vs Basenji?
Yes
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Cantabrian Water Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Basenji 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
Cantabrian Water Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Basenji 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.
Cantabrian Water Dogs are commonly okay with elderly people.
Basenjis are usually recommended for elderly people.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cantabrian Water Dog vs Basenji 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: Lagotto Romagnolo or Cantabrian Water Dog or Basenji? 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?

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.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
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: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cantabrian Water Dog vs Basenji?

Yes

Lagotto Romagnolo breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Cantabrian Water Dog breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Basenji breed usually doesn't like 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.

Yes

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

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cantabrian Water Dog vs Basenji 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 Cantabrian Water Dog and Basenji have?
4-6 puppies 4-8 puppies 4-5 puppies

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cantabrian Water Dog vs Basenji 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 1944 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. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type 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
No data available Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
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 Pet Registry, Inc.

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