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Name	Lagotto Romagnolo	Poochon	Miniature Schnauzer
Origins	Italy	Australia	Germany
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Lagotti Romagnoli Lagotto Water Dog of Romagna Romagna Water Dog	No data available	Zwergschnauzer
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poochon vs Miniature Schnauzer breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poochon vs Miniature Schnauzer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Lagotto Romagnolo or Poochon or Miniature Schnauzer? Which is the smallest dog, Lagotto Romagnolo or Poochon or Miniature Schnauzer?	Medium	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Lagotto Romagnolo or Poochon or Poochon? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poochon vs Miniature Schnauzer weight comparison:	Male: 28-35 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 24-31 pounds (11-14 kg)	6-15 pounds (3-7 kg)	Male: 11-18 pounds (5.0-8.2 kg), Female: 10-15 pounds (4.5-6.8 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)	9.5 pounds (4.5 kg)	Male: 14.5 pounds (5.0-8.2 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (4.5-6.8 kg)
Height Which is taller, Lagotto Romagnolo or Poochon or Miniature Schnauzer? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poochon vs Miniature Schnauzer height comparison:	Male: 17-19 inches (43-49 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm)	10-15 inches (25-38 cm)	Male: 14 inches (35.6 cm), Female: 13 inches (33.0 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm)	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)	Male: 14 inches (35.6 cm), Female: 13 inches (33.0 cm)

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poochon vs Miniature Schnauzer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Lagotto Romagnolo or Poochon or Miniature Schnauzer? Which is more expensive?	$500-$700	$800-$1000	$600-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Lagotto Romagnolo or Poochon or Miniature Schnauzer?	Frequent: The Lagotto Romagnolo is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Poochon is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Miniature Schnauzer is quite easy to get.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poochon vs Miniature Schnauzer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poochon vs Miniature Schnauzer intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Poochon dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Miniature Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poochon vs Miniature Schnauzer trainability comparison.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Poochon dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Lagotto Romagnolo or Poochon or Miniature Schnauzer?	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Poochon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Lagotto Romagnolo or Poochon or Miniature Schnauzer? 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.	Poochon dogs are average defenders. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poochon vs Miniature Schnauzer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Lagotto Romagnolo or Poochon or Miniature Schnauzer? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poochon vs Miniature Schnauzer behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Intelligent Loyal Social Trainable Cheerful	Happy Intelligent Affectionate	Alert Intelligent Friendly Obedient Fearless Spirited
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.	Sensitive: Poochon dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poochon vs Miniature Schnauzer?	Average: Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Poochon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Miniature Schnauzer 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 Poochon vs Miniature Schnauzer social needs comparison:	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are a social breed. See more.	Poochon dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Poochon dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer 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.	Poochon 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.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poochon vs Miniature Schnauzer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poochon vs Miniature Schnauzer playfulness comparison:	The Lagotto Romagnolo is a playful breed. See more.	The Poochon is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Miniature Schnauzers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poochon vs Miniature Schnauzer?	Average to High: The Lagotto Romagnolo is a vocal breed. See more.	Average to High: The Poochon is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Miniature Schnauzer 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 Poochon or Miniature Schnauzer?	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 Poochon breed.	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 Miniature Schnauzer indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poochon vs Miniature Schnauzer 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.	Poochon dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Miniature Schnauzer 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 Poochon or Miniature Schnauzer?	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.	Poochon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Miniature Schnauzer 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 Poochon vs Miniature Schnauzer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Lagotto Romagnolo or Poochon or Miniature Schnauzer?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Lagotto Romagnolo bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Poochon bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Schnauzer bite force: Weak.
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 Poochon has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poochon vs Miniature Schnauzer mouthiness comparison:	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Poochon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poochon vs Miniature Schnauzer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poochon vs Miniature Schnauzer health comparison. Which is the healthier: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poochon vs Miniature Schnauzer?	The Lagotto Romagnolo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Poochon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Miniature Schnauzer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poochon vs Miniature Schnauzer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poochon vs Miniature Schnauzer health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Juvenile Cataracts	Patellar Luxation Allergies Retinal Dysplasia Addison's Disease Bladder Stones Cushing's Syndrome	Cataracts Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Mycobacterium avium-intracellulare infection (MAI)
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Lagotto Romagnolo should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Poochon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Miniature Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poochon vs Miniature Schnauzer lifespan comparison. How long do Lagotto Romagnolo, Poochon and Miniature Schnauzer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Lagotto Romagnolo: 15 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poochon: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Miniature Schnauzer: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poochon vs Miniature Schnauzer?	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 warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Miniature Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poochon vs Miniature Schnauzer Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poochon vs Miniature Schnauzer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Lagotto Romagnolo or Poochon or Miniature Schnauzer?	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poochon vs Miniature Schnauzer 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 Poochon's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Schnauzer's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poochon vs Miniature Schnauzer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poochon vs Miniature Schnauzer coat comparison:	Waterproof	Wavy Coarse	Wiry
Colors What are the original Lagotto Romagnolo, Poochon and Miniature Schnauzer color?	Black Gray Tan White Brown	Black Tan Cream Grey Apricot	Black Silver Pepper Salt
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Lagotto Romagnolo or Poochon or Miniature Schnauzer? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poochon vs Miniature Schnauzer grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The Poochon doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Miniature Schnauzer requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Lagotto Romagnolo or Poochon or Miniature Schnauzer? Lagotto Romagnolo or Poochon or {name3 shedding:	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are low shedders. See more.	Poochon dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer 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 Poochon or Miniature Schnauzer?	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.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poochon vs Miniature Schnauzer hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poochon vs Miniature Schnauzer?	Low 🔽 The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Poochon has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Schnauzer 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 Poochon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Miniature Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poochon vs Miniature Schnauzer Good With Comparison

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

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poochon vs Miniature Schnauzer 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 Poochon or Miniature Schnauzer? 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.	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 Poochon vs Miniature Schnauzer?	Yes Lagotto Romagnolo breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Poochon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Miniature Schnauzer breed usually likes 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 Poochon vs Miniature Schnauzer 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 Poochon and Miniature Schnauzer have?	4-6 puppies	2-4 puppies	3-6 puppies
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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poochon vs Miniature Schnauzer 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 1926 as a Terrier 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 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer 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	Not recognized by any clubs.	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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