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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Bernedoodle Comparison - Dog breed selector: Lagotti Romagnoli or Cao De Agua or Bernedoodles? Find the right dog for you

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Name Lagotto Romagnolo Portuguese Water Dog Bernedoodle
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Lagotti Romagnoli
Lagotto
Water Dog of Romagna
Romagna Water Dog
Cao De Agua
Portie
Water Dog
Bernedoodles
Bernese Mountain Poo
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Bernedoodle breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Cross Breed

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Bernedoodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Lagotto Romagnolo or Portuguese Water Dog or Bernedoodle? Which is the smallest dog, Lagotto Romagnolo or Portuguese Water Dog or Bernedoodle?
Medium Medium Small
Large
Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Lagotto Romagnolo or Portuguese Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Bernedoodle weight comparison:
Male: 28-35 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 24-31 pounds (11-14 kg) Male: 42-55 pounds (19-25 kg), Female: 35-49 pounds (16-22 kg) 10-90 pounds (4.5-41 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: 48.5 pounds (22 kg), Female: 42 pounds (19 kg) 50 pounds (23 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Lagotto Romagnolo or Portuguese Water Dog or Bernedoodle? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Bernedoodle height comparison:
Male: 17-19 inches (43-49 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm) Male: 20-22 inches (50-57 cm), Female: 17-20 inches (43-52 cm) 10-29 inches (25.5-74 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm) Male: 21 inches (53.5 cm), Female: 18.5 inches (47.5 cm) 19 inches (48 cm)

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Bernedoodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Lagotto Romagnolo or Portuguese Water Dog or Bernedoodle? Which is more expensive?
$500-$700 $2500-$2800 $700-$4500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Lagotto Romagnolo or Portuguese Water Dog or Bernedoodle?
Frequent: The Lagotto Romagnolo is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Portuguese Water Dog is quite easy to get.
Average: The Bernedoodle is a commonly available dog breed.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Bernedoodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Bernedoodle intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Portuguese Water Dog dogs have great intelligence.
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Very smart: Bernedoodle is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Bernedoodle trainability comparison.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are quite easy to train.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Bernedoodle dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Lagotto Romagnolo or Portuguese Water Dog or Bernedoodle?
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are good watchdogs.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs.
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Bernedoodle dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Lagotto Romagnolo or Portuguese Water Dog or Bernedoodle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average defenders.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average defenders.
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Bernedoodle dogs are average defenders.
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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Bernedoodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Lagotto Romagnolo or Portuguese Water Dog or Bernedoodle? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Bernedoodle behavior/temperament comparison:
Loving
Intelligent
Loyal
Social
Trainable
Cheerful
Intelligent
Docile
Obedient
Brave
Impetuous
Quarrelsome
Stubborn
Loyal
Gentle
Clever
Goofy
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 Portuguese Water Dog vs Bernedoodle?
Average: Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Portuguese Water Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Bernedoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Bernedoodle social needs comparison:
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are a social breed.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Bernedoodle 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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Portuguese Water Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Bernedoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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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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Portuguese Water Dog 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.
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Bernedoodle 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.
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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Bernedoodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Bernedoodle playfulness comparison:
The Lagotto Romagnolo is a playful breed.
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The Portuguese Water Dog is a playful breed.
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The Bernedoodle is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Bernedoodle?
Average to High: The Lagotto Romagnolo is a vocal breed.
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Low to Average: The Portuguese Water Dog rarely barks.
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Average: The Bernedoodle barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Lagotto Romagnolo or Portuguese Water Dog or Bernedoodle?
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.
Apartment-friendly dog the Portuguese Water Dog 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 Bernedoodle indoors.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Bernedoodle 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.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Bernedoodle dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Lagotto Romagnolo or Portuguese Water Dog or Bernedoodle?
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.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Bernedoodle 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 Portuguese Water Dog vs Bernedoodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Lagotto Romagnolo or Portuguese Water Dog or Bernedoodle?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Lagotto Romagnolo bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Portuguese Water Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bernedoodle bite force: Ordinary.
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 Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Bernedoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Bernedoodle mouthiness comparison:
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Bernedoodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Bernedoodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Bernedoodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Bernedoodle?
The Lagotto Romagnolo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Portuguese Water Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Bernedoodles are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Bernedoodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Bernedoodle health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Juvenile Cataracts
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Entropion
Ectropion
Distichiasis
Persistent Pupillary Membranes
Addison's Disease
Megaesophagus
Irritable Bowel Disease (ibd)
Abnormally Small Eyes
GM-1 Storage Disease
Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Colitis
Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis
Lymphangiectasia
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Eye Problems
Elbow Dysplasia
Skin Diseases
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 Portuguese Water Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Bernedoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Bernedoodle lifespan comparison. How long do Lagotto Romagnolo, Portuguese Water Dog and Bernedoodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Lagotto Romagnolo: 15 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Portuguese Water Dog: 12 years
12-18 years
The average lifespan of Bernedoodle: 15 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Bernedoodle?
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 average to cold weather conditions
The Portuguese Water Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Bernedoodle Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Bernedoodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Lagotto Romagnolo or Portuguese Water Dog or Bernedoodle?
1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Bernedoodle weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Portuguese Water Dog has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Bernedoodle has an average risk for obesity.
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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Bernedoodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Bernedoodle coat comparison:
Waterproof Curly Curly
Wavy
Straight
Colors
What are the original Lagotto Romagnolo, Portuguese Water Dog and Bernedoodle color?
Black
Gray
Tan
White
Brown
Black
White
Brown
Black
Tricolor
Black & White
Brown & Black
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Lagotto Romagnolo or Portuguese Water Dog or Bernedoodle? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Bernedoodle grooming comparison:
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The Portuguese Water Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Bernedoodle requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Lagotto Romagnolo or Portuguese Water Dog or Bernedoodle? Lagotto Romagnolo or Portuguese Water Dog or {name3 shedding:
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are low shedders.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bernedoodle dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Lagotto Romagnolo or Portuguese Water Dog or Bernedoodle?
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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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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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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Hypoallergenic
Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Bernedoodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Bernedoodle?

Low 🔽

The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Bernedoodle 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.
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The Portuguese Water Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Bernedoodle is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Bernedoodle Good With Comparison

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

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Bernedoodle 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.
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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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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Lagotto Romagnolo or Portuguese Water Dog or Bernedoodle? Which is better for autism?

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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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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 Portuguese Water Dog vs Bernedoodle?

Yes

Lagotto Romagnolo breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Portuguese Water Dog breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Bernedoodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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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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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 Portuguese Water Dog vs Bernedoodle 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.
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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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Litter Size
How many puppies can Lagotto Romagnolo and Portuguese Water Dog and Bernedoodle have?
4-6 puppies 4-8 puppies 3-10 puppies

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Bernedoodle 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 1983 as a Hound breed. 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. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section. 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 Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Australian National Kennel Council
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
The Kennel Club
American Canine Hybrid Club
Designer Breed Registry
Designer Dogs Kennel Club

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