Vizsla vs Lagotto Romagnolo Comparison – Which dog is better Hungarian Pointer or Lagotti Romagnoli?

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Name	Vizsla	Lagotto Romagnolo
Origins	Hungary	Italy
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
Popularity Rank	30	117
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Vizsla and Lagotto Romagnolo. What other names are these breeds known by?	Hungarian Pointer Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer Magyar Vizsla Rövidszőrű Magyar Vizsla Hungarian Vizsla	Lagotti Romagnoli Lagotto Water Dog of Romagna Romagna Water Dog
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Vizsla and a Lagotto Romagnolo. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Vizsla vs Lagotto Romagnolo Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Vizsla or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Vizsla and a Lagotto Romagnolo. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 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?	Male: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	Male: 31.5 pounds (14.5 kg), Female: 27.5 pounds (12.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Vizsla or Lagotto Romagnolo? Is a Vizsla taller than a Lagotto Romagnolo?	Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 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?	Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)	Male: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm)

Vizsla vs Lagotto Romagnolo Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Vizsla and a Lagotto Romagnolo. Which breed costs more?	$800-$1200	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Vizsla or Lagotto Romagnolo?	Very frequent: The Vizsla is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Lagotto Romagnolo is easier than average to get.

Vizsla vs Lagotto Romagnolo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Vizsla or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Very smart: Vizsla is an excellent dog breed. 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 Vizsla or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare training requirements.	Vizsla dogs are easy to train. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Vizsla or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare alertness levels.	Vizsla dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Vizsla or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare territorial behaviors.	Vizsla dogs are average defenders. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Vizsla vs Lagotto Romagnolo Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Vizsla and a Lagotto Romagnolo. How do their temperaments differ?	Playful Energetic Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Trainable Companionable Cheerful Quiet Easygoing Willing Evenly Tempered	Loving Intelligent Loyal Social Trainable Cheerful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Vizsla vs Lagotto Romagnolo?	Sensitive: Vizsla dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Vizsla vs Lagotto Romagnolo?	High: Vizsla 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.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Vizsla vs Lagotto Romagnolo social needs comparison:	Vizsla dogs are a social breed. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Vizsla vs Lagotto Romagnolo?	Vizsla dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Vizsla vs Lagotto Romagnolo? Which can be better for hunting?	Vizsla dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo 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

Vizsla vs Lagotto Romagnolo Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Vizsla or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average: The Vizsla barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Lagotto Romagnolo is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Vizsla or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare play drive and energy.	The Vizsla is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Lagotto Romagnolo is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Vizsla or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare living space needs.	It is not recommended to keep the Vizsla breed in the home.	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.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Vizsla vs Lagotto Romagnolo Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Vizsla or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare adaptability levels.	Vizsla 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.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Vizsla or Lagotto Romagnolo?	Vizsla 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 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.

Vizsla vs Lagotto Romagnolo Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Vizsla vs Lagotto Romagnolo Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Vizsla or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare average lifespans.	10-14 years The average lifespan of Vizsla: 12 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Lagotto Romagnolo: 15 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Vizsla or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Vizsla and a Lagotto Romagnolo. Which breed is healthier?	The Vizsla 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.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Vizsla vs Lagotto Romagnolo?	Average The Vizsla 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.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Vizsla vs Lagotto Romagnolo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Vizsla vs Lagotto Romagnolo health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis	Hip Dysplasia Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Juvenile Cataracts

Vizsla vs Lagotto Romagnolo Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Vizsla vs Lagotto Romagnolo Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Vizsla or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare obesity risks.	Low to Average: The Vizsla has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a Vizsla or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare daily food needs.	2 to 3 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Vizsla vs Lagotto Romagnolo Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Vizsla or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Vizsla and Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare breed colors.	Golden Rust Russet Gold Dark Sandy Gold	Black Gray Tan White Brown
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Vizsla or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare maintenance needs.	Effortless: The Vizsla requires minimal grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Vizsla or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare drooling amounts.	The Vizsla 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.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Vizsla or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Vizsla and a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare fur types.	Fine Dense Hard Coarse Short No Undercoat	Waterproof
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Vizsla or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare bathing frequencies.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Vizsla or Lagotto Romagnolo? Do Vizsla dogs shed more than Lagotto Romagnolo dogs?	Vizsla dogs shed moderately. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are low shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Vizsla vs Lagotto Romagnolo Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Vizsla or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare kid-friendliness.	Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Vizsla dogs are generally with other pets.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Vizsla or Lagotto Romagnolo? Which dog is more friendly?	Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Vizsla or Lagotto Romagnolo?	Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Vizsla or Lagotto Romagnolo? Can a Vizsla and a Lagotto Romagnolo be friends? Do Vizsla dogs get along with Lagotto Romagnolo dogs?	Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Vizsla vs Lagotto Romagnolo?	Yes Vizsla 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.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Vizsla 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?	Vizslas are usually recommended for elderly people.	Lagotto Romagnolos are usually recommended for elderly people.

Vizsla vs Lagotto Romagnolo As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Vizsla or a Lagotto Romagnolo? 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 Vizsla or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare therapy capabilities.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Vizsla or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare scenting abilities.	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 & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Vizsla or a Lagotto Romagnolo? 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 Vizsla or a Lagotto Romagnolo? Compare maritime abilities.	Yes Vizsla breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Lagotto Romagnolo breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Vizsla or a Lagotto Romagnolo? 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 Vizsla and Lagotto Romagnolo. 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.

Vizsla vs Lagotto Romagnolo Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Vizsla and Lagotto Romagnolo. Which has larger litters?	6-8 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Vizsla and Lagotto Romagnolo breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Vizsla and Lagotto Romagnolo. 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.

Vizsla vs Lagotto Romagnolo Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Vizsla and Lagotto Romagnolo. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1960 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Vizsla and Lagotto Romagnolo. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Vizsla and Lagotto Romagnolo. Which is more widely recognized?	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 United 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

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