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Name	Lagotto Romagnolo	Pumi	Labradoodle
Origins	Italy	Hungary	Australia
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Lagotti Romagnoli Lagotto Water Dog of Romagna Romagna Water Dog	Hungarian Herding Terrier Hungarian Pumi	No data available
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Pumi vs Labradoodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Pumi vs Labradoodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Lagotto Romagnolo or Pumi or Labradoodle? Which is the smallest dog, Lagotto Romagnolo or Pumi or Labradoodle?	Medium	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Lagotto Romagnolo or Pumi or Pumi? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Pumi vs Labradoodle weight comparison:	Male: 28-35 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 24-31 pounds (11-14 kg)	Male: 22–33 pounds (10-15 kg), Female: 18–29 pounds (8-13 kg)	50-64 pounds (22-34 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: 22–33 pounds (12.5 kg), Female: 18–29 pounds (10.5 kg)	57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, Lagotto Romagnolo or Pumi or Labradoodle? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Pumi vs Labradoodle height comparison:	Male: 17-19 inches (43-49 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm)	Male: 16-19 inches (41-47 cm), Female : 14-17 inches (38-44 cm)	Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm)	Male: 17.5 inches (44 cm), Female : 15.5 inches (41 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Pumi vs Labradoodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Lagotto Romagnolo or Pumi or Labradoodle? Which is more expensive?	$500-$700	$500-$1200	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Lagotto Romagnolo or Pumi or Labradoodle?	Frequent: The Lagotto Romagnolo is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Pumi is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Labradoodle is easier than average to get.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Pumi vs Labradoodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Lagotto Romagnolo or Pumi or Labradoodle? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Pumi vs Labradoodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Intelligent Loyal Social Trainable Cheerful	Active Protective Alert Sensitive Intelligent Lively Restless Reserved Vocal Extremely Bold Suspicious Towards Strangers Noisy	Alert Intelligent Affectionate
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.	Pumi dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. 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 Pumi vs Labradoodle?	Average: Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Pumi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Labradoodle 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 Pumi vs Labradoodle social needs comparison:	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are a social breed. See more.	Pumi dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Labradoodle 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.	Pumi dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Labradoodle 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.	Pumi 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.	Labradoodle 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 Pumi vs Labradoodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Lagotto Romagnolo vs Pumi vs Labradoodle playfulness comparison:	The Lagotto Romagnolo is a playful breed. See more.	The Pumi is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Labradoodle is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Pumi vs Labradoodle?	Average to High: The Lagotto Romagnolo is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: Pumi is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Labradoodle 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 Pumi or Labradoodle?	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Lagotto Romagnolo indoors.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Pumi indoors.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Labradoodle indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

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

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Pumi vs Labradoodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Pumi vs Labradoodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Lagotto Romagnolo vs Pumi vs Labradoodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Pumi vs Labradoodle?	The Lagotto Romagnolo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Pumis tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Labradoodles are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Pumi vs Labradoodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Pumi vs Labradoodle health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Juvenile Cataracts	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Elbow Dysplasia Degenerative Myelopathy Primary Lens Luxation	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Canine Diabetes Mellitus
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.	Frequent The Pumi should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Labradoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Lagotto Romagnolo vs Pumi vs Labradoodle lifespan comparison. How long do Lagotto Romagnolo, Pumi and Labradoodle 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 Pumi: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Labradoodle: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Pumi vs Labradoodle?	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.	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 Pumi vs Labradoodle Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Pumi vs Labradoodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Lagotto Romagnolo or Pumi or Labradoodle?	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.	4 to 5 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 Pumi vs Labradoodle weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Pumi has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Labradoodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Pumi vs Labradoodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Pumi vs Labradoodle coat comparison:	Waterproof	Wiry Dense Curly Wavy	Fine Variety of coat types
Colors What are the original Lagotto Romagnolo, Pumi and Labradoodle color?	Black Gray Tan White Brown	Black White Grey in various shades (normally, the colour at birth is black, turning grey with time) Fawn. Primary colours: red, yellow, cream (a trace of black or grey and a distinct mask are desirable).	Black Blue Cream Silver Chocolate Gold Apricot Caramel Chalky white Café Parchment They can also have parti-colored coats, which consist of brindles, phantom, patched, or sable colors.
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Lagotto Romagnolo or Pumi or Labradoodle? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Pumi vs Labradoodle grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Pumi requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Labradoodle requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Lagotto Romagnolo or Pumi or Labradoodle? Lagotto Romagnolo or Pumi or {name3 shedding:	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are low shedders. See more.	Pumi dogs shed moderately. See more.	Labradoodle 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 Pumi or Labradoodle?	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 Pumi vs Labradoodle 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 Pumi vs Labradoodle?	Low 🔽 The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Pumi has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Labradoodle 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 Pumi is an average drooler. See more.	The Labradoodle is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Pumi vs Labradoodle Good With Comparison

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

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Pumi vs Labradoodle 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.	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 Pumi or Labradoodle? 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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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 Pumi vs Labradoodle?	Yes Lagotto Romagnolo breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Pumi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Labradoodle 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 Pumi vs Labradoodle 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 Pumi and Labradoodle have?	4-6 puppies	4-6 puppies	4-10 puppies
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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Pumi vs Labradoodle 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 2016 as a Herding 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 Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs 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 Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service	Australian Labradoodle Association International Australian Labradoodle Association

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