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Name	Lagotto Romagnolo	Spanish Water Dog	Portuguese Water Dog
Origins	Italy	Spain	Portugal
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Lagotti Romagnoli Lagotto Water Dog of Romagna Romagna Water Dog	Perro De Agua Español	Cao De Agua Portie Water Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

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

Size Which is bigger, Lagotto Romagnolo or Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Lagotto Romagnolo or Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Lagotto Romagnolo or Spanish Water Dog or Spanish Water Dog? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog weight comparison:	Male: 28-35 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 24-31 pounds (11-14 kg)	Male: 40-49 pounds (18-22 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)	Male: 42-55 pounds (19-25 kg), Female: 35-49 pounds (16-22 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: 44.5 pounds (20 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg)	Male: 48.5 pounds (22 kg), Female: 42 pounds (19 kg)
Height Which is taller, Lagotto Romagnolo or Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog height comparison:	Male: 17-19 inches (43-49 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm)	Male: 17-20 inches (44-50 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (40-46 cm)	Male: 20-22 inches (50-57 cm), Female: 17-20 inches (43-52 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm)	Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)	Male: 21 inches (53.5 cm), Female: 18.5 inches (47.5 cm)

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

Price Which is cheaper, Lagotto Romagnolo or Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog? Which is more expensive?	$500-$700	$1000-$1200	$2500-$2800
Availability Which is easier to get, Lagotto Romagnolo or Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog?	Frequent: The Lagotto Romagnolo is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Spanish Water Dog is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Portuguese Water Dog is quite easy to get.

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

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Portuguese Water Dog dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Lagotto Romagnolo vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog trainability comparison.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Spanish Water Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Lagotto Romagnolo or Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog?	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Spanish Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Lagotto Romagnolo or Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog? 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.	Spanish Water Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Lagotto Romagnolo or Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Intelligent Loyal Social Trainable Cheerful	Affectionate Loyal Trainable Athletic Diligent	Intelligent Docile Obedient Brave Impetuous Quarrelsome
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Spanish Water Dog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog?	Average: Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Spanish Water Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Portuguese Water Dog 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 Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog social needs comparison:	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are a social breed. See more.	Spanish Water Dog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog 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.	The wanderlust potential of the Spanish Water Dog is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog 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.	Spanish Water Dog 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Lagotto Romagnolo vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog playfulness comparison:	The Lagotto Romagnolo is a playful breed. See more.	The Spanish Water Dog is a playful breed. See more.	The Portuguese Water Dog is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog?	Average to High: The Lagotto Romagnolo is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Spanish Water Dog barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Portuguese Water Dog 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 Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog?	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 recommended to keep the Spanish Water Dog breed in the home.	Apartment-friendly dog the Portuguese Water Dog breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog 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.	Spanish Water Dog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Portuguese Water Dog 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 Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog?	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.	Spanish Water Dog 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.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Lagotto Romagnolo vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog?	The Lagotto Romagnolo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Spanish Water Dog 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.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Juvenile Cataracts	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Cherry Eye Distichiasis Addison's Disease Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency Neuroaxonal Dystrophy	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
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 Spanish Water Dog 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.
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Life Expectancy Lagotto Romagnolo vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Lagotto Romagnolo, Spanish Water Dog and Portuguese Water Dog 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 Spanish Water Dog: 12 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Portuguese Water Dog: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog?	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.	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.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

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

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

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

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

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are generally with other pets.	Spanish Water Dog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Lagotto Romagnolo or Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog? Which dog is more friendly?	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Spanish Water Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Lagotto Romagnolo or Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog?	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Spanish Water Dog dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Lagotto Romagnolo or Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog?	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Spanish Water Dog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Lagotto Romagnolo or Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog?	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Spanish Water Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog?	Yes Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Spanish Water Dog 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.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	Yes Lagotto Romagnolo is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Spanish Water Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Portuguese Water Dog 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.	Spanish Water Dogs are not the best breed for elderly people.	Portuguese Water Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog 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 Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog?	Yes Lagotto Romagnolo breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Spanish Water Dog breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Portuguese Water Dog 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 Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog 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 Spanish Water Dog and Portuguese Water Dog have?	4-6 puppies	4-6 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog 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 2015 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Hound 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 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.
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 Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. National Kennel Club United 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

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