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Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Water Spaniel Comparison - Dog breed selector: French Water Dog or Lagotti Romagnoli or Bog Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Barbet Lagotto Romagnolo Irish Water Spaniel
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo, and Irish Water Spaniel breeds.
French Water Dog Lagotti Romagnoli
Lagotto
Water Dog of Romagna
Romagna Water Dog
Bog Dog
Rat Tail Spaniel
Shannon Spaniel
Whiptail
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo, and Irish Water Spaniel? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Water Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed is the largest?
Large
Medium
Medium Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo, and Irish Water Spaniel? Compare adult weight ranges.
37–62 pounds (17–28 kg ) Male: 28-35 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 24-31 pounds (11-14 kg) 45-65 pounds (20-30 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
37–62 pounds (17–28 kg ) Male: 31.5 pounds (14.5 kg), Female: 27.5 pounds (12.5 kg) 55 pounds (25 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Barbet or Lagotto Romagnolo or Irish Water Spaniel? Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Water Spaniel height comparison:
Male: 23–26 inches (58–65 cm), Female: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm) Male: 17-19 inches (43-49 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm) 20-23 inches (51-58 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 23–26 inches (58–65 cm), Female: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm) Male: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm) 21.5 inches (54.5 cm)

Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Water Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo, and Irish Water Spaniel. Find price differences between these breeds.
$600-$1000 $500-$700 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Barbet or Lagotto Romagnolo or Irish Water Spaniel?
Average: The Barbet is a commonly available dog breed.
Frequent: The Lagotto Romagnolo is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Irish Water Spaniel is easier than average to get.

Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Water Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed ranks highest?
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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Very smart: Irish Water Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which is easiest to train?
Barbet dogs are quite easy to train.
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Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are quite easy to train.
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Irish Water Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed is most alert?
Barbet dogs are average watchdogs.
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Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are good watchdogs.
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Irish Water Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed is most protective?
Barbet dogs are average defenders.
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Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average defenders.
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Irish Water Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Water Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo, and Irish Water Spaniel? Compare temperaments.
Intelligent
Obedient
Joyful
Companionable
Cheerful
Loving
Intelligent
Loyal
Social
Trainable
Cheerful
Active
Clownish
Alert
Intelligent
Quick
Inquisitive
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Barbet dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Water Spaniel?
High: Barbet dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average to High: Irish Water Spaniel dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Water Spaniel social needs comparison:
Barbet dogs are a social breed.
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Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are a social breed.
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Irish Water Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Barbet dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Irish Water Spaniel dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Barbet 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.
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Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Irish Water Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Water Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Barbet rarely barks.
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Average to High: The Lagotto Romagnolo is a vocal breed.
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Average: The Irish Water Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed is most playful?
The Barbet is a highly playful breed.
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The Lagotto Romagnolo is a playful breed.
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The Irish Water Spaniel is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which adapts best to small spaces?
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 Barbet 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.
It is not recommended to keep the Irish Water Spaniel breed in the home.

Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Water Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed is most flexible?
Average: Barbet dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: Lagotto Romagnolo dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Irish Water Spaniel dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Barbet or Lagotto Romagnolo or Irish Water Spaniel?
Barbet 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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Water Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Barbet has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Irish Water Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which uses mouth most during play?
Barbet dogs have a lower 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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Irish Water Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Barbet bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Lagotto Romagnolo bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Irish Water Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Water Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed lives longest?
13-15 years
The average lifespan of Barbet: 14 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Lagotto Romagnolo: 15 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Irish Water Spaniel: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Barbet can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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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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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Irish Water Spaniel can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which has fewer health issues?
Barbets 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.
Irish Water Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Barbet 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.
Rare
The Irish Water Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Water Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Water Spaniel health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Entropion
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Hernia
Overbite
Underbite
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Juvenile Cataracts
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Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Water Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed is most active?
Barbet dogs are high-energy dogs.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Irish Water Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Water Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Barbet or Lagotto Romagnolo or Irish Water Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Barbet dogs have an average exercise need.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Irish Water Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Barbet or Lagotto Romagnolo or Irish Water Spaniel?
Barbet dogs don't need too much sleep.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Irish Water Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.

Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Water Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Barbet 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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Average: The Irish Water Spaniel has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which needs most food?
3 to 5 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. 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Water Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo, and Irish Water Spaniel. What colors are available?
Black
Gray
White
Brown
Fawn
Black
Gray
Tan
White
Brown
Brown
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Barbet requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Advanced: The Irish Water Spaniel requires a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which drools least?
The Barbet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Lagotto Romagnolo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Irish Water Spaniel is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Barbet has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Irish Water Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo, and Irish Water Spaniel. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Waterproof Waterproof Dense
Curly
Tight
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which requires most frequent baths?
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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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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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Barbet or Lagotto Romagnolo or Irish Water Spaniel? Barbet or Lagotto Romagnolo or {name3 shedding:
Barbet dogs shed none to minimal.
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Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are low shedders.
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Irish Water Spaniel dogs shed none to minimal.
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Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Water Spaniel Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which is best with kids?
Barbet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Irish Water Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Barbet dogs are generally with other pets.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are generally with other pets.
Irish Water Spaniel dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Barbet or Lagotto Romagnolo or Irish Water Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?
Barbet dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Irish Water Spaniel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Barbet or Lagotto Romagnolo or Irish Water Spaniel?
Barbet dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Irish Water Spaniel dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Barbet or Lagotto Romagnolo or Irish Water Spaniel?
Barbet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Irish Water Spaniel dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Water Spaniel?
Yes
Barbet 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
Irish Water Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
Yes
Barbet is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Yes
Lagotto Romagnolo is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
No
Irish Water Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Barbets are usually recommended for elderly people.
Lagotto Romagnolos are usually recommended for elderly people.
Irish Water Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Water Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which has best nose work ability?

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.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which is best suited for water work?

Yes

Barbet breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Lagotto Romagnolo breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Irish Water Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which has most military use?

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.

Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Water Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which has most puppies?
4-6 puppies 4-6 puppies 4-12 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo, and Irish Water Spaniel. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo, and Irish Water Spaniel. What's recommended?

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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Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Irish Water Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo, and Irish Water Spaniel. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo, and Irish Water Spaniel. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which has most recognition?
American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental 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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