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Name	Lagotto Romagnolo	Cavapoo	Goldendoodle
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Lagotti Romagnoli Lagotto Water Dog of Romagna Romagna Water Dog	Cavoodle	Curly Retriever Goldenpoo Curly Golden
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cavapoo vs Goldendoodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Cross Breed

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cavapoo vs Goldendoodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Lagotto Romagnolo or Cavapoo or Goldendoodle? Which is the smallest dog, Lagotto Romagnolo or Cavapoo or Goldendoodle?	Medium	Small Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Lagotto Romagnolo or Cavapoo or Cavapoo? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cavapoo vs Goldendoodle weight comparison:	Male: 28-35 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 24-31 pounds (11-14 kg)	12-24 pounds (5.4-11 kg)	Miniature: 15-30 pounds (7-14 kg)Standard: 45-100 pounds (20-45 kg), Medium: 30-45 pounds (14-20 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)	18 pounds (5.7.5 kg)	Miniature: 22.5 pounds (10.5 kg)Standard: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Medium: 37.5 pounds (17 kg)
Height Which is taller, Lagotto Romagnolo or Cavapoo or Goldendoodle? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cavapoo vs Goldendoodle height comparison:	Male: 17-19 inches (43-49 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm)	11-18 inches (28-45 cm)	13-24 inches (33-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm)	14.5 inches (36.5 cm)	18.5 inches (47 cm)

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cavapoo vs Goldendoodle Price and Availability Comparison

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

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cavapoo vs Goldendoodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Lagotto Romagnolo or Cavapoo or Goldendoodle? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cavapoo vs Goldendoodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Intelligent Loyal Social Trainable Cheerful	Loving Intelligent Gentle	Energetic Intelligent Friendly Trainable
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. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cavapoo vs Goldendoodle?	Average: Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Cavapoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Goldendoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cavapoo vs Goldendoodle social needs comparison:	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are a social breed. See more.	Cavapoo dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Cavapoo dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
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. See more.	Cavapoo dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cavapoo vs Goldendoodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cavapoo vs Goldendoodle playfulness comparison:	The Lagotto Romagnolo is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Cavapoos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Goldendoodle is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cavapoo vs Goldendoodle?	Average to High: The Lagotto Romagnolo is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Cavapoo barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Goldendoodle barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Lagotto Romagnolo or Cavapoo or Goldendoodle?	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 Cavapoo breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Goldendoodle breed.
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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cavapoo vs Goldendoodle 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.	Cavapoo dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Goldendoodle 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 Cavapoo or Goldendoodle?	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Cavapoo dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cavapoo vs Goldendoodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cavapoo vs Goldendoodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cavapoo vs Goldendoodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cavapoo vs Goldendoodle?	The Lagotto Romagnolo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.	Goldendoodles are commonly healthy dogs.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cavapoo vs Goldendoodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cavapoo vs Goldendoodle health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Juvenile Cataracts	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Addison's Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
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.	Rare The Cavapoo should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Goldendoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cavapoo vs Goldendoodle lifespan comparison. How long do Lagotto Romagnolo, Cavapoo and Goldendoodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Lagotto Romagnolo: 15 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Cavapoo: 12 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Goldendoodle: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cavapoo vs Goldendoodle?	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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Cavapoo can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cavapoo vs Goldendoodle Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Lagotto Romagnolo or Cavapoo or Goldendoodle?	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.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cavapoo vs Goldendoodle weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cavapoo's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Goldendoodle has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cavapoo vs Goldendoodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

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

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cavapoo vs Goldendoodle Good With Comparison

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

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cavapoo vs Goldendoodle 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. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Lagotto Romagnolo or Cavapoo or Goldendoodle? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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 Cavapoo vs Goldendoodle?	Yes Lagotto Romagnolo breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Cavapoo breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Goldendoodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cavapoo vs Goldendoodle Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Lagotto Romagnolo and Cavapoo and Goldendoodle have?	4-6 puppies	2-8 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cavapoo vs Goldendoodle 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.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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.	Not recognized by FCI.
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	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry

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