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Tibetan Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Lagotto Romagnolo Comparison - Dog breed selector: Dokhi Apso or Ameri or Lagotti Romagnoli? Find the right dog for you

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Name Tibetan Terrier Miniature American Shepherd Lagotto Romagnolo
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Group Companion Dogs Working Dogs Gun Dog
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Dokhi Apso
Tsang Apso
Ameri
Mini American
North American Shepherd
Lagotti Romagnoli
Lagotto
Water Dog of Romagna
Romagna Water Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Tibetan Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Lagotto Romagnolo breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Tibetan Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Lagotto Romagnolo Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Tibetan Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Lagotto Romagnolo? Which is the smallest dog, Tibetan Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Lagotto Romagnolo?
Medium Small
Medium
Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Tibetan Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Miniature American Shepherd? Tibetan Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Lagotto Romagnolo weight comparison:
18-30 pounds (8.2-13.6 kg) 15-35 pounds (6-16 kg) Male: 28-35 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 24-31 pounds (11-14 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
24 pounds (8.2-13.6 kg) 25 pounds (11 kg) Male: 31.5 pounds (14.5 kg), Female: 27.5 pounds (12.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Tibetan Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Lagotto Romagnolo? Tibetan Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Lagotto Romagnolo height comparison:
14-17 inches (36-43 cm) Male: 14–18 inches (36–46 cm), Female: 13–17 inches (33–43 cm) Male: 17-19 inches (43-49 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
15.5 inches (39.5 cm) Male: 14–18 inches (36–46 cm), Female: 13–17 inches (33–43 cm) Male: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm)

Tibetan Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Lagotto Romagnolo Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Tibetan Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Lagotto Romagnolo? Which is more expensive?
$1200-$2000 $900-$1000 $500-$700
Availability
Which is easier to get, Tibetan Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Lagotto Romagnolo?
Frequent: The Tibetan Terrier is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Miniature American Shepherd is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Lagotto Romagnolo is easier than average to get.

Tibetan Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Lagotto Romagnolo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Tibetan Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Lagotto Romagnolo intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Tibetan Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Lagotto Romagnolo trainability comparison.
Tibetan Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Miniature American Shepherd dogs are very easy to train.
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Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Tibetan Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Lagotto Romagnolo?
Tibetan Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Miniature American Shepherd dogs are average watchdogs.
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Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Tibetan Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Lagotto Romagnolo? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Tibetan Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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Miniature American Shepherd dogs are average defenders.
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Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average defenders.
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Tibetan Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Lagotto Romagnolo Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Tibetan Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Lagotto Romagnolo? Tibetan Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Lagotto Romagnolo behavior/temperament comparison:
Energetic
Sensitive
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Reserved
Amiable
Energetic
Intelligent
Loyal
Devoted
Loving
Intelligent
Loyal
Social
Trainable
Cheerful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Tibetan Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Lagotto Romagnolo?
High: Tibetan Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Miniature American Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average: Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Tibetan Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Lagotto Romagnolo social needs comparison:
Tibetan Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Miniature American Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Tibetan Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Miniature American Shepherd dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Tibetan Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Miniature American Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Tibetan Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Lagotto Romagnolo Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Tibetan Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Lagotto Romagnolo playfulness comparison:
The Tibetan Terrier is a playful breed.
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The Miniature American Shepherd is a highly playful breed.
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The Lagotto Romagnolo is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Tibetan Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Lagotto Romagnolo?
Low to Average: The Tibetan Terrier rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Miniature American Shepherd rarely barks.
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Average to High: The Lagotto Romagnolo is a vocal breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Tibetan Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Lagotto Romagnolo?
Very house-friendly dog the Tibetan Terrier 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 Miniature American Shepherd 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 Lagotto Romagnolo indoors.

Tibetan Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Lagotto Romagnolo Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Tibetan Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Miniature American Shepherd dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Lagotto Romagnolo dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Tibetan Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Lagotto Romagnolo?
Tibetan Terrier 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.
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.

Tibetan Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Lagotto Romagnolo Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Tibetan Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Lagotto Romagnolo?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Tibetan Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Miniature American Shepherd bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Lagotto Romagnolo bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Tibetan Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Miniature American Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Tibetan Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Lagotto Romagnolo mouthiness comparison:
Tibetan Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Miniature American Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Tibetan Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Lagotto Romagnolo Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Tibetan Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Lagotto Romagnolo health comparison. Which is the healthier: Tibetan Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Lagotto Romagnolo?
The Tibetan Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Miniature American Shepherds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Lagotto Romagnolo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Tibetan Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Lagotto Romagnolo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Tibetan Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Lagotto Romagnolo health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Hyperthyroidism
Distichiasis
Lens Luxation
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Juvenile Cataracts
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Tibetan Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Miniature American Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Lagotto Romagnolo should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Tibetan Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Lagotto Romagnolo lifespan comparison. How long do Tibetan Terrier, Miniature American Shepherd and Lagotto Romagnolo breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Tibetan Terrier: 13 years
13-15 years
The average lifespan of Miniature American Shepherd: 14 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Lagotto Romagnolo: 15 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Tibetan Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Lagotto Romagnolo?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Tibetan Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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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.
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Tibetan Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Lagotto Romagnolo Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Tibetan Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Lagotto Romagnolo? Tibetan Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Lagotto Romagnolo energy level comparison:
Tibetan Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Miniature American Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Tibetan Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Lagotto Romagnolo exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Tibetan Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Lagotto Romagnolo? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Tibetan Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Miniature American Shepherd dogs have an average exercise need.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Tibetan Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Lagotto Romagnolo?
Tibetan Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Miniature American Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Tibetan Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Lagotto Romagnolo Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Tibetan Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Lagotto Romagnolo?
Recommended daily amount: 1 1/8 to 1 3/8 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Tibetan Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Lagotto Romagnolo weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Tibetan Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Miniature American Shepherd has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Tibetan Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Lagotto Romagnolo Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Tibetan Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Lagotto Romagnolo coat comparison:
Thick
Smooth
Smooth Waterproof
Colors
What are the original Tibetan Terrier, Miniature American Shepherd and Lagotto Romagnolo color?
Black
Gray
White
Silver
Black
Blue
White
Merle
Black
Gray
Tan
White
Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Tibetan Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Lagotto Romagnolo? Tibetan Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Lagotto Romagnolo grooming comparison:
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Easy to groom: The Miniature American Shepherd doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Tibetan Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Lagotto Romagnolo? Tibetan Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or {name3 shedding:
Tibetan Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Miniature American Shepherd dogs shed moderately.
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Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are low shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Tibetan Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Lagotto Romagnolo?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Tibetan Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Lagotto Romagnolo hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
Yes See more. No See more. Yes See more.
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Tibetan Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Lagotto Romagnolo?

Medium

The Tibetan Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Miniature American Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Tibetan Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Miniature American Shepherd is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Lagotto Romagnolo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Tibetan Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Lagotto Romagnolo Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Tibetan Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Miniature American Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Tibetan Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Lagotto Romagnolo? Which dog is more friendly?
Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Miniature American Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Tibetan Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Lagotto Romagnolo?
Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Miniature American Shepherd dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Tibetan Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Lagotto Romagnolo?
Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Miniature American Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Tibetan Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Lagotto Romagnolo?
Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Miniature American Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Tibetan Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Lagotto Romagnolo?
Yes
Tibetan Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
No
Miniature American Shepherd dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Tibetan Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Miniature American Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
Lagotto Romagnolo is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Tibetan Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people.
Miniature American Shepherds are usually recommended for elderly people.
Lagotto Romagnolos are usually recommended for elderly people.

Tibetan Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Lagotto Romagnolo 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Tibetan Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Lagotto Romagnolo? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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.

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.
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: Tibetan Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Lagotto Romagnolo?

Not really

Tibetan Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Miniature American Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Lagotto Romagnolo breed usually likes being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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.

Tibetan Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Lagotto Romagnolo 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Tibetan Terrier and Miniature American Shepherd and Lagotto Romagnolo have?
4-6 puppies 2-6 puppies 4-6 puppies

Tibetan Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Lagotto Romagnolo Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1973 as a Non-Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Tibetan breeds section. Not recognized by FCI. 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
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
No data available 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

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