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Name	Lagotto Romagnolo	Mastiff	English Pointer
Origins	Italy	England	England
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Group	Gun Dog	Working Dogs	Gun Dog
Popularity Rank	117	28	113
Reviews	2	3	1
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Lagotti Romagnoli Lagotto Water Dog of Romagna Romagna Water Dog	Old English Mastiff English Mastiff	English Pointer
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Mastiff vs English Pointer breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Mastiff vs English Pointer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Lagotto Romagnolo or Mastiff or English Pointer? Which is the smallest dog, Lagotto Romagnolo or Mastiff or English Pointer?	Medium	Giant	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Lagotto Romagnolo or Mastiff or Mastiff? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Mastiff vs English Pointer weight comparison:	Male: 28-35 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 24-31 pounds (11-14 kg)	Male: 150-250 pounds (68-113 kg), Female: 120-180 pounds (54-82 kg)	44-66 pounds (20-30 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: 200 pounds (90.5 kg), Female: 150 pounds (68 kg)	55 pounds (25 kg)
Height Which is taller, Lagotto Romagnolo or Mastiff or English Pointer? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Mastiff vs English Pointer height comparison:	Male: 17-19 inches (43-49 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm)	Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (55-62 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (54-60 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm)	Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Mastiff vs English Pointer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Lagotto Romagnolo or Mastiff or English Pointer? Which is more expensive?	$500-$700	$1200-$1500	$400-$500
Availability Which is easier to get, Lagotto Romagnolo or Mastiff or English Pointer?	Frequent: The Lagotto Romagnolo is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Mastiff is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The English Pointer is easier than average to get.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Mastiff vs English Pointer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Mastiff vs English Pointer intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. 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 Mastiff vs English Pointer trainability comparison.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	English Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Lagotto Romagnolo or Mastiff or English Pointer?	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	English Pointer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Lagotto Romagnolo or Mastiff or English Pointer? 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.	Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	English Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Mastiff vs English Pointer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Lagotto Romagnolo or Mastiff or English Pointer? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Mastiff vs English Pointer behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Intelligent Loyal Social Trainable Cheerful	Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Cheerful	Active Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Outright Tempered Kind Amiable
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.	Mastiff dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	English Pointer dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Mastiff vs English Pointer?	Average: Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Mastiff dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: English Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Mastiff vs English Pointer social needs comparison:	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are a social breed. See more.	Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	English Pointer 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.	Mastiff dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	English Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. 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.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	English Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Mastiff vs English Pointer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Lagotto Romagnolo vs Mastiff vs English Pointer playfulness comparison:	The Lagotto Romagnolo is a playful breed. See more.	Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The English Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Mastiff vs English Pointer?	Average to High: The Lagotto Romagnolo is a vocal breed. See more.	Low: The Mastiff barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The English Pointer 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 Mastiff or English Pointer?	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.	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 Mastiff indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Pointer breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Mastiff vs English Pointer 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.	Mastiff dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	English Pointer 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 Mastiff or English Pointer?	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Mastiff vs English Pointer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Lagotto Romagnolo or Mastiff or English Pointer?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Lagotto Romagnolo bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Mastiff bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Pointer 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.	Moderate ⏺ The Mastiff has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The English Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Mastiff vs English Pointer mouthiness comparison:	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Mastiff dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	English Pointer dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Mastiff vs English Pointer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Lagotto Romagnolo vs Mastiff vs English Pointer health comparison. Which is the healthier: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Mastiff vs English Pointer?	The Lagotto Romagnolo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Mastiffs are commonly healthy dogs.	English Pointers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Mastiff vs English Pointer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Mastiff vs English Pointer health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Juvenile Cataracts	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Seizures Cystinuria	No data available
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 Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The English Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Lagotto Romagnolo vs Mastiff vs English Pointer lifespan comparison. How long do Lagotto Romagnolo, Mastiff and English Pointer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Lagotto Romagnolo: 15 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Mastiff: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of English Pointer: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Mastiff vs English Pointer?	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 Mastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Mastiff vs English Pointer Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Lagotto Romagnolo or Mastiff or English Pointer?	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Mastiff vs English Pointer 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 Mastiff's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The English Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Mastiff vs English Pointer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Mastiff vs English Pointer coat comparison:	Waterproof	Dense	Dense
Colors What are the original Lagotto Romagnolo, Mastiff and English Pointer color?	Black Gray Tan White Brown	Fawn Brindle Apricot	Black White Brown Yellow
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Lagotto Romagnolo or Mastiff or English Pointer? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Mastiff vs English Pointer grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The Mastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The English Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Lagotto Romagnolo or Mastiff or English Pointer? Lagotto Romagnolo or Mastiff or {name3 shedding:	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are low shedders. See more.	Mastiff dogs shed moderately. See more.	English Pointer dogs shed none to minimal. 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 Mastiff or English Pointer?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Lagotto Romagnolo vs Mastiff vs English Pointer hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No 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 Mastiff vs English Pointer?	Low 🔽 The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The English Pointer has an average 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 Mastiff is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The English Pointer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Mastiff vs English Pointer Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are generally with other pets.	Mastiff dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	English Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Lagotto Romagnolo or Mastiff or English Pointer? Which dog is more friendly?	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	English Pointer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Lagotto Romagnolo or Mastiff or English Pointer?	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Mastiff dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	English Pointer dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Lagotto Romagnolo or Mastiff or English Pointer?	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Mastiff dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	English Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Lagotto Romagnolo or Mastiff or English Pointer?	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	English Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Mastiff vs English Pointer?	Yes Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Mastiff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes English Pointer 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 Mastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No English Pointer 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.	Mastiffs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	English Pointers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Mastiff vs English Pointer 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.	Not really This breed generally not used 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 Mastiff or English Pointer? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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.	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 Mastiff vs English Pointer?	Yes Lagotto Romagnolo breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Mastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really English Pointer 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.	Yes 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 Mastiff vs English Pointer 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 Mastiff and English Pointer have?	4-6 puppies	3-5 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Mastiff vs English Pointer Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting 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.	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	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	No data available

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