Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle Comparison – Which dog is better Lagotti Romagnoli or Barbone?

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Name	Lagotto Romagnolo	Poodle
Origins	Italy	Germany France
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Group	Gun Dog	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Lagotti Romagnoli Lagotto Water Dog of Romagna Romagna Water Dog	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Lagotto Romagnolo or Poodle? Is the Lagotto Romagnolo bigger than the Poodle breed? Is a Lagotto Romagnolo smaller than a Poodle?	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Lagotto Romagnolo or Poodle? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle weight comparison:	Male: 28-35 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 24-31 pounds (11-14 kg)	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 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: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Lagotto Romagnolo or Poodle? Is a Lagotto Romagnolo taller than a Poodle?	Male: 17-19 inches (43-49 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Lagotto Romagnolo or Poodle? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Lagotto Romagnolo and Poodle?	$500-$700	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Lagotto Romagnolo or Poodle?	Frequent: The Lagotto Romagnolo is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Lagotto Romagnolo or Poodle smarter? Which is best? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle trainability comparison. What's the difference between Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle?	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Lagotto Romagnolo or Poodle?	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Lagotto Romagnolo or Poodle? 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.	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Lagotto Romagnolo or Poodle? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Intelligent Loyal Social Trainable Cheerful	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle?	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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle?	Average: Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Poodle 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 Poodle social needs comparison:	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are a social breed. See more.	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle?	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle? Which can be better for hunting?	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Poodle 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 Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle playfulness comparison:	The Lagotto Romagnolo is a playful breed. See more.	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle?	Average to High: The Lagotto Romagnolo is a vocal breed. See more.	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. 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 Poodle?	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 Poodle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle 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.	Poodle 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 Poodle?	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.	Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle?	The Lagotto Romagnolo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Poodle 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 Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Juvenile Cataracts	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis Ear Infections Addison's Disease Cushing's Syndrome Runny Eyes Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd) Neonatal Encephalopathy (news) Optic Nerve Hypoplasia Premature Graying
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle?	Average The Lagotto Romagnolo should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle lifespan comparison. How long do Lagotto Romagnolo and Poodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Lagotto Romagnolo and Poodle?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Lagotto Romagnolo: 15 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle?	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.	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 Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Lagotto Romagnolo or Poodle? Does the Lagotto Romagnolo breed eat more than the Poodle breed?	1 to 1.5 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 Poodle 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 Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle coat comparison:	Waterproof	Curly
Colors What are the original Lagotto Romagnolo and Poodle color? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle color comparison:	Black Gray Tan White Brown	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Lagotto Romagnolo or Poodle? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Lagotto Romagnolo or Poodle? Do Lagotto Romagnolo dogs shed more than Poodle dogs?	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are low shedders. See more.	Poodle 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 Poodle?	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 Poodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	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 or Poodle?	Low 🔽 The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle?	The Lagotto Romagnolo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are generally with other pets.	Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Lagotto Romagnolo or Poodle? Which dog is more friendly?	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Poodle dogs are 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 Poodle?	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Lagotto Romagnolo or Poodle?	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Lagotto Romagnolo or Poodle? Can a Lagotto Romagnolo and a Poodle be friends? Do Lagotto Romagnolo dogs get along with Poodle dogs?	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle?	Yes Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Poodle 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 Poodle 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.	Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle 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.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Lagotto Romagnolo or Poodle? 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.
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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.
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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle?	Yes Lagotto Romagnolo breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Poodle 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.
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.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Lagotto Romagnolo and Poodle have? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle litter size comparison:	4-6 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle 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 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy 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.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle 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	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 Canadian Canine Registry

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Adele
Dec 10, 2020, 11:10:16 PM:
Some info on lagotto is inaccurate. I have owned one and know many and been involved with the breed quite a bit. They are not usually recommended for first time owners.