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Name	Portuguese Water Dog	Lagotto Romagnolo	German Shorthaired Pointer
Origins	Portugal	Italy	Germany
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Group	Working Dogs	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Cao De Agua Portie Water Dog	Lagotti Romagnoli Lagotto Water Dog of Romagna Romagna Water Dog	Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund Kurzhaar Deutsch Kurzhaar GSP Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs German Shorthaired Pointer breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs German Shorthaired Pointer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Portuguese Water Dog or Lagotto Romagnolo or German Shorthaired Pointer? Which is the smallest dog, Portuguese Water Dog or Lagotto Romagnolo or German Shorthaired Pointer?	Medium	Medium	Large Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Portuguese Water Dog or Lagotto Romagnolo or Lagotto Romagnolo? Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs German Shorthaired Pointer weight comparison:	Male: 42-55 pounds (19-25 kg), Female: 35-49 pounds (16-22 kg)	Male: 28-35 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 24-31 pounds (11-14 kg)	Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 48.5 pounds (22 kg), Female: 42 pounds (19 kg)	Male: 31.5 pounds (14.5 kg), Female: 27.5 pounds (12.5 kg)	Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Portuguese Water Dog or Lagotto Romagnolo or German Shorthaired Pointer? Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs German Shorthaired Pointer height comparison:	Male: 20-22 inches (50-57 cm), Female: 17-20 inches (43-52 cm)	Male: 17-19 inches (43-49 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm)	Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 21 inches (53.5 cm), Female: 18.5 inches (47.5 cm)	Male: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm)	Male: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs German Shorthaired Pointer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Portuguese Water Dog or Lagotto Romagnolo or German Shorthaired Pointer? Which is more expensive?	$2500-$2800	$500-$700	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Portuguese Water Dog or Lagotto Romagnolo or German Shorthaired Pointer?	Very frequent: The Portuguese Water Dog is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Lagotto Romagnolo is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs German Shorthaired Pointer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs German Shorthaired Pointer intelligence:	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.	Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs German Shorthaired Pointer trainability comparison.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Portuguese Water Dog or Lagotto Romagnolo or German Shorthaired Pointer?	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Portuguese Water Dog or Lagotto Romagnolo or German Shorthaired Pointer? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average defenders. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average defenders. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs German Shorthaired Pointer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Portuguese Water Dog or Lagotto Romagnolo or German Shorthaired Pointer? Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs German Shorthaired Pointer behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Docile Obedient Brave Impetuous Quarrelsome	Loving Intelligent Loyal Social Trainable Cheerful	Intelligent Affectionate Trainable Bold Cooperative Boisterous
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs German Shorthaired Pointer?	High: Portuguese Water Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs German Shorthaired Pointer social needs comparison:	Portuguese Water Dog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are a social breed. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Portuguese Water Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	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.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs German Shorthaired Pointer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs German Shorthaired Pointer playfulness comparison:	The Portuguese Water Dog is a playful breed. See more.	The Lagotto Romagnolo is a playful breed. See more.	The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs German Shorthaired Pointer?	Low to Average: The Portuguese Water Dog rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Lagotto Romagnolo is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer 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 Portuguese Water Dog or Lagotto Romagnolo or German Shorthaired Pointer?	Apartment-friendly dog the Portuguese Water Dog breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Lagotto Romagnolo indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Shorthaired Pointer breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs German Shorthaired Pointer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Portuguese Water Dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Lagotto Romagnolo dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Portuguese Water Dog or Lagotto Romagnolo or German Shorthaired Pointer?	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 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs German Shorthaired Pointer Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs German Shorthaired Pointer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs German Shorthaired Pointer health comparison. Which is the healthier: Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs German Shorthaired Pointer?	The Portuguese Water Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Lagotto Romagnolo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs German Shorthaired Pointer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs German Shorthaired Pointer health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Entropion Ectropion Distichiasis Persistent Pupillary Membranes Addison's Disease Megaesophagus Irritable Bowel Disease (ibd) Abnormally Small Eyes GM-1 Storage Disease Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy Gastrointestinal Diseases Colitis Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis Lymphangiectasia	Hip Dysplasia Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Juvenile Cataracts	Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Entropion Osteochondrosis Dissecans Cardiomyopathy Pannus Gastric Torsion Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD) Lymphedema
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Portuguese Water Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Lagotto Romagnolo should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The German Shorthaired Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs German Shorthaired Pointer lifespan comparison. How long do Portuguese Water Dog, Lagotto Romagnolo and German Shorthaired Pointer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-14 years The average lifespan of Portuguese Water Dog: 12 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Lagotto Romagnolo: 15 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs German Shorthaired Pointer?	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.	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 warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs German Shorthaired Pointer Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs German Shorthaired Pointer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Portuguese Water Dog or Lagotto Romagnolo or German Shorthaired Pointer?	2 to 2.5 cup 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.	3 to 4 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? Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs German Shorthaired Pointer weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Portuguese Water Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs German Shorthaired Pointer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs German Shorthaired Pointer coat comparison:	Curly	Waterproof	Dense
Colors What are the original Portuguese Water Dog, Lagotto Romagnolo and German Shorthaired Pointer color?	Black White Brown	Black Gray Tan White Brown	Black White Liver Roan Copper
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Portuguese Water Dog or Lagotto Romagnolo or German Shorthaired Pointer? Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs German Shorthaired Pointer grooming comparison:	Average: The Portuguese Water Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Portuguese Water Dog or Lagotto Romagnolo or German Shorthaired Pointer? Portuguese Water Dog or Lagotto Romagnolo or {name3 shedding:	Portuguese Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are low shedders. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer 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: Portuguese Water Dog or Lagotto Romagnolo or German Shorthaired Pointer?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs German Shorthaired Pointer 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, Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs German Shorthaired Pointer?	Low 🔽 The Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Portuguese Water Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Lagotto Romagnolo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Shorthaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs German Shorthaired Pointer Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are generally with other pets.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Portuguese Water Dog or Lagotto Romagnolo or German Shorthaired Pointer? Which dog is more friendly?	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	German Shorthaired Pointer 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 Portuguese Water Dog or Lagotto Romagnolo or German Shorthaired Pointer?	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Portuguese Water Dog or Lagotto Romagnolo or German Shorthaired Pointer?	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards cats.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Portuguese Water Dog or Lagotto Romagnolo or German Shorthaired Pointer?	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs German Shorthaired Pointer?	Yes Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Portuguese Water Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Lagotto Romagnolo is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No German Shorthaired Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Portuguese Water Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Lagotto Romagnolos are usually recommended for elderly people.	German Shorthaired Pointers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs German Shorthaired Pointer 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: Portuguese Water Dog or Lagotto Romagnolo or German Shorthaired Pointer? 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?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs German Shorthaired Pointer?	Yes Portuguese Water Dog breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Lagotto Romagnolo breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Shorthaired Pointer 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.	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.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs German Shorthaired Pointer 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 Portuguese Water Dog and Lagotto Romagnolo and German Shorthaired Pointer have?	4-8 puppies	4-6 puppies	7-12 puppies
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Portuguese Water Dog vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs German Shorthaired Pointer Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Sporting 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 Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Australian National Kennel Council New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club The Kennel Club	American Canine 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 Kennel Club of Great Britain Australian National Kennel Council New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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