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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Maltese vs Maltipoo Comparison - Dog breed selector: Lagotti Romagnoli or Maltese lion dog or Maltapoo? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Lagotto Romagnolo, Maltese, and Maltipoo breeds.
Lagotti Romagnoli
Lagotto
Water Dog of Romagna
Romagna Water Dog
Maltese lion dog
Maltese Dog
Maltapoo
Malt-A-Poo
Malte-Poo
Maltese-Poodle
MaltiPoodle
Malt-oodles
Moodle
mPoo
Multapoo
Multipoo
Multi-Poo
Maltepoo
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Lagotto Romagnolo, Maltese, and Maltipoo? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Cross Breed

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Maltese vs Maltipoo Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Lagotto Romagnolo, Maltese, and Maltipoo. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Small Small
Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Lagotto Romagnolo, Maltese, and Maltipoo? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 28-35 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 24-31 pounds (11-14 kg) 6.5-9 pounds (3-4 kg) 5-20 pounds (2,5-9 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) 6.7 pounds (3.5 kg) 12.5 pounds (5,5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Lagotto Romagnolo or Maltese or Maltipoo? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Maltese vs Maltipoo height comparison:
Male: 17-19 inches (43-49 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm) Male: 8-10 inches (21-25 cm), Female: 8-9 inches (20-23 cm) 10-13 inches (25-33 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm) Male: 9 inches (23 cm), Female: 8.5 inches (21.5 cm) 11.5 inches (27 cm)

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Maltese vs Maltipoo Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Lagotto Romagnolo, Maltese, and Maltipoo. Find price differences between these breeds.
$500-$700 $600-$800 $400-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Lagotto Romagnolo or Maltese or Maltipoo?
Frequent: The Lagotto Romagnolo is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Maltese is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Maltipoo is easier than average to get.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Maltese vs Maltipoo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Lagotto Romagnolo, Maltese, and Maltipoo. Which breed ranks highest?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Smart: The Maltipoo dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Lagotto Romagnolo, Maltese, and Maltipoo. Which is easiest to train?
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are quite easy to train.
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Maltese dogs are quite easy to train.
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Maltipoo dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Lagotto Romagnolo, Maltese, and Maltipoo. Which breed is most alert?
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are good watchdogs.
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Maltese dogs are average watchdogs.
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Maltipoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Lagotto Romagnolo, Maltese, and Maltipoo. Which breed is most protective?
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average defenders.
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Maltese dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Maltipoo dogs are average defenders.
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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Maltese vs Maltipoo Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Lagotto Romagnolo, Maltese, and Maltipoo? Compare temperaments.
Loving
Intelligent
Loyal
Social
Trainable
Cheerful
Active
Playful
Intelligent
Responsive
Docile
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Easygoing
Active
Funny
Intelligent
Affectionate
Obedient
Companionable
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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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 Maltese vs Maltipoo?
Average: Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Maltese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Maltipoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Lagotto Romagnolo vs Maltese vs Maltipoo social needs comparison:
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are a social breed.
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Maltese dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Maltipoo dogs are a social breed.
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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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Maltese dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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The wanderlust potential of the Maltipoo is strong enough to escape from home.
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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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Maltese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Maltipoo 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 vs Maltese vs Maltipoo Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Lagotto Romagnolo, Maltese, and Maltipoo. Which breed is most vocal?
Average to High: The Lagotto Romagnolo is a vocal breed.
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A lot: Maltese is a particularly loud breed.
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A lot: Maltipoo is a particularly loud breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Lagotto Romagnolo, Maltese, and Maltipoo. Which breed is most playful?
The Lagotto Romagnolo is a playful breed.
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Average: Malteses, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Maltipoo is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Lagotto Romagnolo, Maltese, and Maltipoo. Which adapts best to small spaces?
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 Maltese breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Maltipoo breed.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Maltese vs Maltipoo Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Lagotto Romagnolo, Maltese, and Maltipoo. Which breed is most flexible?
Average: Lagotto Romagnolo dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Maltese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Maltipoo dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Lagotto Romagnolo or Maltese or Maltipoo?
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.
Maltese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Maltipoo 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.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Maltese vs Maltipoo Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Lagotto Romagnolo, Maltese, and Maltipoo. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Maltese has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Maltipoo has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Lagotto Romagnolo, Maltese, and Maltipoo. Which uses mouth most during play?
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Maltese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Maltipoo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Lagotto Romagnolo, Maltese, and Maltipoo. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Lagotto Romagnolo bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Maltese bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Maltipoo bite force: Weak.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Maltese vs Maltipoo Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Lagotto Romagnolo, Maltese, and Maltipoo. Which breed lives longest?
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Lagotto Romagnolo: 15 years
14-18 years
The average lifespan of Maltese: 16 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Maltipoo: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Lagotto Romagnolo, Maltese, and Maltipoo. Which handles climate changes best?
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 warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Lagotto Romagnolo, Maltese, and Maltipoo. Which has fewer health issues?
The Lagotto Romagnolo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Maltese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Maltipoos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Vet Care Frequency
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 Maltese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Maltipoo should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Maltese vs Maltipoo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Maltese vs Maltipoo health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Juvenile Cataracts
Collapsed Trachea
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Portosystemic Liver Shunt
Reverse Sneezing
Hypoglycemia
White Dog Shaker Syndrome
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Portosystemic Liver Shunt
White Dog Shaker Syndrome

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Maltese vs Maltipoo Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Lagotto Romagnolo, Maltese, and Maltipoo. Which breed is most active?
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Maltese dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Maltipoo dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Lagotto Romagnolo vs Maltese vs Maltipoo exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Lagotto Romagnolo or Maltese or Maltipoo? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Maltese dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Maltipoo dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Lagotto Romagnolo or Maltese or Maltipoo?
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Maltese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Maltipoo dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Maltese vs Maltipoo Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Lagotto Romagnolo, Maltese, and Maltipoo. Which is most prone to obesity?
Low to Average: The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Maltese has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Maltipoo has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Lagotto Romagnolo, Maltese, and Maltipoo. Which needs most food?
1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cup 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.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Maltese vs Maltipoo Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Lagotto Romagnolo, Maltese, and Maltipoo. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Lagotto Romagnolo, Maltese, and Maltipoo. What colors are available?
Black
Gray
Tan
White
Brown
White Black
Cream
White
Grey
Gold
Apricot
Almost all colors
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Lagotto Romagnolo, Maltese, and Maltipoo. Which requires most maintenance?
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The Maltese requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Maltipoo requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Lagotto Romagnolo, Maltese, and Maltipoo. Which drools least?
The Lagotto Romagnolo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Maltese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Maltipoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Lagotto Romagnolo, Maltese, and Maltipoo. Which has least natural smell?

Low 🔽

The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Maltese has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Maltipoo has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Lagotto Romagnolo, Maltese, and Maltipoo. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Waterproof Feathered Fluffy
Soft
Wavy
Woolly
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Lagotto Romagnolo, Maltese, and Maltipoo. Which requires most frequent baths?
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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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 Lagotto Romagnolo or Maltese or Maltipoo? Lagotto Romagnolo or Maltese or {name3 shedding:
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are low shedders.
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Maltese dogs shed none to minimal.
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Maltipoo dogs shed none to minimal.
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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Maltese vs Maltipoo Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Lagotto Romagnolo, Maltese, and Maltipoo. Which is best with kids?
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Maltese dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Maltipoo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are generally with other pets.
Maltese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Maltipoo dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Lagotto Romagnolo or Maltese or Maltipoo? Which dog is more friendly?
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Maltese dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Maltipoo dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Lagotto Romagnolo or Maltese or Maltipoo?
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Maltese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Maltipoo dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Lagotto Romagnolo or Maltese or Maltipoo?
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Maltese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Maltipoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Maltese vs Maltipoo?
Yes
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Maltese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Maltipoo 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
Maltese is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Maltipoo 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.
Malteses are usually recommended for elderly people.
Maltipoos are usually recommended for elderly people.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Maltese vs Maltipoo As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Lagotto Romagnolo, Maltese, and Maltipoo. Which is best suited for service work?

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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Lagotto Romagnolo, Maltese, and Maltipoo. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Lagotto Romagnolo, Maltese, and Maltipoo. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Lagotto Romagnolo, Maltese, and Maltipoo. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Lagotto Romagnolo, Maltese, and Maltipoo. Which is best suited for water work?

Yes

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

Maltese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Maltipoo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Lagotto Romagnolo, Maltese, and Maltipoo. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Lagotto Romagnolo, Maltese, and Maltipoo. Which has most military use?

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 Maltese vs Maltipoo Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Lagotto Romagnolo, Maltese, and Maltipoo. Which has most puppies?
4-6 puppies 3-5 puppies 4-6 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Lagotto Romagnolo, Maltese, and Maltipoo. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Lagotto Romagnolo, Maltese, and Maltipoo. What's recommended?

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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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Maltese vs Maltipoo Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Lagotto Romagnolo, Maltese, and Maltipoo. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Lagotto Romagnolo, Maltese, and Maltipoo. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Lagotto Romagnolo, Maltese, and Maltipoo. Which has most recognition?
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
Continental Kennel Club
American Canine Hybrid Club
Designer Breed Registry
Designer Dogs Kennel Club
National Maltipoo Club
Maltipoo Club of America

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