Lagotto Romagnolo vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Comparison – Which dog is better Lagotti Romagnoli or Korthals?

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Name	Lagotto Romagnolo	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Origins	Italy	France Netherlands
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Lagotto Romagnolo and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. What other names are these breeds known by?	Lagotti Romagnoli Lagotto Water Dog of Romagna Romagna Water Dog	Korthals Korthals Griffon
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Lagotto Romagnolo and a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Lagotto Romagnolo and a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 28-35 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 24-31 pounds (11-14 kg)	50-60 pounds (23-27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 31.5 pounds (14.5 kg), Female: 27.5 pounds (12.5 kg)	55 pounds (25 kg)
Height Which is taller, Lagotto Romagnolo or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Is a Lagotto Romagnolo taller than a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Male: 17-19 inches (43-49 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm)	20-24 inches (50-60 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm)	22 inches (55 cm)

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Lagotto Romagnolo and a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which breed costs more?	$500-$700	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Lagotto Romagnolo or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Frequent: The Lagotto Romagnolo is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is quite easy to get.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	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.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare training requirements.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare alertness levels.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare territorial behaviors.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average defenders. See more.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Lagotto Romagnolo and a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. How do their temperaments differ?	Loving Intelligent Loyal Social Trainable Cheerful	Intelligent Loyal Gentle Trainable Proud Vigilant
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Lagotto Romagnolo vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	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.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Average: Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon social needs comparison:	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are a social breed. See more.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Lagotto Romagnolo vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Lagotto Romagnolo vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Which can be better for hunting?	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon 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 Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average to High: The Lagotto Romagnolo is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare play drive and energy.	The Lagotto Romagnolo is a playful breed. See more.	The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare living space needs.	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 Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breed in the home.
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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Lagotto Romagnolo dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Lagotto Romagnolo or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	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.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon 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 Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Lagotto Romagnolo bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Wirehaired Pointing Griffon bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare average lifespans.	14-16 years The average lifespan of Lagotto Romagnolo: 15 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare climate tolerances.	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 Wirehaired Pointing Griffon can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Lagotto Romagnolo and a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which breed is healthier?	The Lagotto Romagnolo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffons tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Average The Lagotto Romagnolo should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Juvenile Cataracts	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Entropion Ear Infections Ectropion

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare activity levels.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Lagotto Romagnolo vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Lagotto Romagnolo or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Lagotto Romagnolo or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare obesity risks.	Low to Average: The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare daily food needs.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare allergy friendliness.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Lagotto Romagnolo and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare breed colors.	Black Gray Tan White Brown	Gray Brown Chestnut
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare maintenance needs.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare drooling amounts.	The Lagotto Romagnolo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare natural smell levels.	Low 🔽 The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Lagotto Romagnolo and a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare fur types.	Waterproof	Rough
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare bathing frequencies.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Lagotto Romagnolo or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Do Lagotto Romagnolo dogs shed more than Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs?	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are low shedders. See more.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare kid-friendliness.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are generally with other pets.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Lagotto Romagnolo or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Which dog is more friendly?	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Lagotto Romagnolo or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Lagotto Romagnolo or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Can a Lagotto Romagnolo and a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon be friends? Do Lagotto Romagnolo dogs get along with Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs?	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Yes Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Wirehaired Pointing Griffon 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 Wirehaired Pointing Griffon 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.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are usually recommended for elderly people.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare therapy capabilities.	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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Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare scenting abilities.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare maritime abilities.	Yes Lagotto Romagnolo breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Lagotto Romagnolo and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which has stronger military background?	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 Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Lagotto Romagnolo and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which has larger litters?	4-6 puppies	6-9 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Lagotto Romagnolo and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Lagotto Romagnolo and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Lagotto Romagnolo and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Lagotto Romagnolo and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Lagotto Romagnolo and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which is more widely recognized?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club

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