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Name	Lagotto Romagnolo	Portuguese Water Dog	Rafeiro do Alentejo
Origins	Italy	Portugal	Portugal
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Group	Gun Dog	Working Dogs	Guard Dogs
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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	Mutt of Alentejo Portuguese Mastiff Alentejo Mastiff
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Lagotto Romagnolo or Portuguese Water Dog or Rafeiro do Alentejo? Which is the smallest dog, Lagotto Romagnolo or Portuguese Water Dog or Rafeiro do Alentejo?	Medium	Medium	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Lagotto Romagnolo or Portuguese Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo 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)	Male: 110-132 pounds (50-60 kg), Female: 100-121 pounds (45-55 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)	Male: 121 pounds (55 kg), Female: 110.5 pounds (50 kg)
Height Which is taller, Lagotto Romagnolo or Portuguese Water Dog or Rafeiro do Alentejo? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo 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)	Male: 27-28 inches (66-75 cm), Female: 25-28 inches (64-70 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)	Male: 27.5 inches (70.5 cm), Female: 26.5 inches (67 cm)

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Lagotto Romagnolo or Portuguese Water Dog or Rafeiro do Alentejo? Which is more expensive?	$500-$700	$2500-$2800	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Lagotto Romagnolo or Portuguese Water Dog or Rafeiro do Alentejo?	Frequent: The Lagotto Romagnolo is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Portuguese Water Dog is quite easy to get.	Average: The Rafeiro do Alentejo is a commonly available dog breed.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Portuguese Water Dog dogs have great intelligence. 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 Portuguese Water Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo trainability comparison.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are hard to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Lagotto Romagnolo or Portuguese Water Dog or Rafeiro do Alentejo?	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Lagotto Romagnolo or Portuguese Water Dog or Rafeiro do Alentejo? 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.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average defenders. See more.	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Lagotto Romagnolo or Portuguese Water Dog or Rafeiro do Alentejo? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Intelligent Loyal Social Trainable Cheerful	Intelligent Docile Obedient Brave Impetuous Quarrelsome	Independent Protective Territorial Selfish Calm Confidence Sober
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.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo?	Average: Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Portuguese Water Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo social needs comparison:	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are a social breed. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Rafeiro do Alentejo is strong enough to escape from home. 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.	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. See more.	Rafeiro do Alentejo 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 Portuguese Water Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo playfulness comparison:	The Lagotto Romagnolo is a playful breed. See more.	The Portuguese Water Dog is a playful breed. See more.	Rafeiro do Alentejos don't really like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo?	Average to High: The Lagotto Romagnolo is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Portuguese Water Dog rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Rafeiro do Alentejo rarely barks. 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 Portuguese Water Dog or Rafeiro do Alentejo?	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.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Rafeiro do Alentejo breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo 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: Rafeiro do Alentejo 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 Rafeiro do Alentejo?	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.	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo health comparison. Which is the healthier: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo?	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.	Rafeiro do Alentejos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo 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	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.	Average The Portuguese Water Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Rafeiro do Alentejo should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo lifespan comparison. How long do Lagotto Romagnolo, Portuguese Water Dog and Rafeiro do Alentejo 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	10-12 years The average lifespan of Rafeiro do Alentejo: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo?	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 Portuguese Water Dog 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 Portuguese Water Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Lagotto Romagnolo or Portuguese Water Dog or Rafeiro do Alentejo? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo energy level comparison:	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Lagotto Romagnolo or Portuguese Water Dog or Rafeiro do Alentejo? 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.	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Lagotto Romagnolo or Portuguese Water Dog or Rafeiro do Alentejo?	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.	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Lagotto Romagnolo or Portuguese Water Dog or Rafeiro do Alentejo?	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.	5 to 6 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 Portuguese Water Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Portuguese Water Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Rafeiro do Alentejo's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo coat comparison:	Waterproof	Curly	Dense Straight Double
Colors What are the original Lagotto Romagnolo, Portuguese Water Dog and Rafeiro do Alentejo color?	Black Gray Tan White Brown	Black White Brown	Black Gray Fawn Yellow Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Lagotto Romagnolo or Portuguese Water Dog or Rafeiro do Alentejo? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Portuguese Water Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Rafeiro do Alentejo doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Lagotto Romagnolo or Portuguese Water Dog or Rafeiro do Alentejo? Lagotto Romagnolo or Portuguese Water Dog or {name3 shedding:	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are low shedders. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs shed moderately. 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 Portuguese Water Dog or Rafeiro do Alentejo?	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.	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 Portuguese Water Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo?	Low 🔽 The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rafeiro do Alentejo 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 Portuguese Water Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Rafeiro do Alentejo is an average drooler. See more.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo 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.	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Lagotto Romagnolo or Portuguese Water Dog or Rafeiro do Alentejo? Which dog is more friendly?	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are not 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 Portuguese Water Dog or Rafeiro do Alentejo?	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Lagotto Romagnolo or Portuguese Water Dog or Rafeiro do Alentejo?	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Lagotto Romagnolo or Portuguese Water Dog or Rafeiro do Alentejo?	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo?	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.	No Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn 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 Rafeiro do Alentejo 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.	Rafeiro do Alentejos are usually recommended for elderly people.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo 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 Portuguese Water Dog or Rafeiro do Alentejo? 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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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 Rafeiro do Alentejo?	Yes Lagotto Romagnolo breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Portuguese Water Dog breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Rafeiro do Alentejo 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.	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.
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 Rafeiro do Alentejo 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 Portuguese Water Dog and Rafeiro do Alentejo have?	4-6 puppies	4-8 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo 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.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian 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	American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Australian National Kennel Council New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club The Kennel Club	No data available

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