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Name	Labradoodle	Lagotto Romagnolo	Barbet
Origins	Australia	Italy	France
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Other Names What other names do they have?	No data available	Lagotti Romagnoli Lagotto Water Dog of Romagna Romagna Water Dog	French Water Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Labradoodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Barbet breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Labradoodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Barbet Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Labradoodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or Barbet? Which is the smallest dog, Labradoodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or Barbet?	Large	Medium	Large Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Labradoodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or Lagotto Romagnolo? Labradoodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Barbet weight comparison:	50-64 pounds (22-34 kg)	Male: 28-35 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 24-31 pounds (11-14 kg)	37–62 pounds (17–28 kg )
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 31.5 pounds (14.5 kg), Female: 27.5 pounds (12.5 kg)	37–62 pounds (17–28 kg )
Height Which is taller, Labradoodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or Barbet? Labradoodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Barbet height comparison:	Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)	Male: 17-19 inches (43-49 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm)	Male: 23–26 inches (58–65 cm), Female: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	Male: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm)	Male: 23–26 inches (58–65 cm), Female: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm)

Labradoodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Barbet Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Labradoodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or Barbet? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$2000	$500-$700	$600-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Labradoodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or Barbet?	Frequent: The Labradoodle is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Lagotto Romagnolo is easier than average to get.	Average: The Barbet is a commonly available dog breed.

Labradoodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Barbet Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Labradoodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Barbet intelligence:	Smart: The Labradoodle 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.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Labradoodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Barbet trainability comparison.	Labradoodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Barbet dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Labradoodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or Barbet?	Labradoodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Barbet dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Labradoodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or Barbet? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Labradoodle dogs are average defenders. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average defenders. See more.	Barbet dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Labradoodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Barbet Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Labradoodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or Barbet? Labradoodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Barbet behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Intelligent Affectionate	Loving Intelligent Loyal Social Trainable Cheerful	Intelligent Obedient Joyful Companionable Cheerful
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.	Barbet 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: Labradoodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Barbet?	High: Labradoodle 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.	High: Barbet dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Labradoodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Barbet social needs comparison:	Labradoodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are a social breed. See more.	Barbet dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Labradoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Barbet dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Labradoodle 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.	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. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Labradoodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Barbet Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Labradoodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Barbet playfulness comparison:	The Labradoodle is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Lagotto Romagnolo is a playful breed. See more.	The Barbet is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Labradoodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Barbet?	Average: The Labradoodle barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Lagotto Romagnolo is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Barbet rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Labradoodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or Barbet?	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 Labradoodle 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 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.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Labradoodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Barbet Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Labradoodle 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.	Average: Barbet dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Labradoodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or Barbet?	Labradoodle 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.	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.

Labradoodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Barbet Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Labradoodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Barbet Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Labradoodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Barbet health comparison. Which is the healthier: Labradoodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Barbet?	Labradoodles are commonly healthy dogs.	The Lagotto Romagnolo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Barbets tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Labradoodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Barbet? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Labradoodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Barbet health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Canine Diabetes Mellitus	Hip Dysplasia Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Juvenile Cataracts	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Epilepsy Entropion Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Hernia Overbite Underbite
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Labradoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Lagotto Romagnolo should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Barbet should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Labradoodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Barbet lifespan comparison. How long do Labradoodle, Lagotto Romagnolo and Barbet breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Labradoodle: 13 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Lagotto Romagnolo: 15 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Barbet: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Labradoodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Barbet?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. 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 cold weather conditions The Barbet can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Labradoodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Barbet Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Labradoodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Barbet Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Labradoodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or Barbet?	4 to 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.	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Labradoodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Barbet weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Labradoodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Barbet has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Labradoodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Barbet Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Labradoodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Barbet coat comparison:	Fine Variety of coat types	Waterproof	Waterproof
Colors What are the original Labradoodle, Lagotto Romagnolo and Barbet color?	Black Blue Cream Silver Chocolate Gold Apricot Caramel Chalky white Café Parchment They can also have parti-colored coats, which consist of brindles, phantom, patched, or sable colors.	Black Gray Tan White Brown	Black Gray White Brown Fawn
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Labradoodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or Barbet? Labradoodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Barbet grooming comparison:	Average: The Labradoodle requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Barbet requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Labradoodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or Barbet? Labradoodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or {name3 shedding:	Labradoodle dogs shed moderately. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are low shedders. See more.	Barbet dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Labradoodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or Barbet?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Labradoodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Barbet hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Labradoodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Barbet?	Low 🔽 The Labradoodle has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Barbet has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Labradoodle is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Lagotto Romagnolo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Barbet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Labradoodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Barbet Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Labradoodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are generally with other pets.	Barbet dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Labradoodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or Barbet? Which dog is more friendly?	Labradoodle dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Barbet 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 Labradoodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or Barbet?	Labradoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Barbet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Labradoodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or Barbet?	Labradoodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Barbet dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Labradoodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or Barbet?	Labradoodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Barbet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Labradoodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Barbet?	Yes Labradoodle 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 Barbet dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Labradoodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Lagotto Romagnolo is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	Yes Barbet is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Labradoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Lagotto Romagnolos are usually recommended for elderly people.	Barbets are usually recommended for elderly people.

Labradoodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Barbet As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good 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: Labradoodle or Lagotto Romagnolo or Barbet? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
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: Labradoodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Barbet?	Yes Labradoodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Lagotto Romagnolo breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Barbet breed usually likes 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.

Labradoodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Barbet 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 Labradoodle and Lagotto Romagnolo and Barbet have?	4-10 puppies	4-6 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Labradoodle vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Barbet Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by 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.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Australian Labradoodle Association International Australian Labradoodle Association	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 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

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