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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle Comparison – Which dog is better Lagotti Romagnoli or Barbone?

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Name Lagotto Romagnolo Poodle
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare different names used for Lagotto Romagnolo and Poodle. What other names are these breeds known by?
Lagotti Romagnoli
Lagotto
Water Dog of Romagna
Romagna Water Dog
Barbone
Caniche
Chien Canne
Grosse Pudel
French Poodle
Breed Classification
Compare breed classifications between a Lagotto Romagnolo and a Poodle. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.
Purebred Purebred

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Which is bigger: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Poodle? Compare size differences between these breeds.
Medium Medium
Weight Statistics
Compare weight ranges between a Lagotto Romagnolo and a Poodle. Which breed is heavier?
Male: 28-35 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 24-31 pounds (11-14 kg) Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 31.5 pounds (14.5 kg), Female: 27.5 pounds (12.5 kg) Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Lagotto Romagnolo or Poodle? Is a Lagotto Romagnolo taller than a Poodle?
Male: 17-19 inches (43-49 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm) 15 inches (38 cm) or more
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm) 15 inches (38 cm) or more

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy prices between a Lagotto Romagnolo and a Poodle. Which breed costs more?
$500-$700 $1000-$1500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Lagotto Romagnolo or Poodle?
Frequent: The Lagotto Romagnolo is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Which is smarter: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Poodle? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Training Difficulty
Which is easier to train: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Poodle? Compare training requirements.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are quite easy to train.
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Poodle dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Which makes a better watchdog: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Poodle? Compare alertness levels.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are good watchdogs.
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Poodle dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Which is more protective: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Poodle? Compare territorial behaviors.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average defenders.
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Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
Compare personalities of a Lagotto Romagnolo and a Poodle. How do their temperaments differ?
Loving
Intelligent
Loyal
Social
Trainable
Cheerful
Active
Alert
Intelligent
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle?
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: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle?
Average: Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle social needs comparison:
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are a social breed.
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Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle?
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle? Which can be better for hunting?
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Which breed barks more: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Poodle? Compare vocalization tendencies.
Average to High: The Lagotto Romagnolo is a vocal breed.
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Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed.
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Playful Nature
Which breed is more playful: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Poodle? Compare play drive and energy.
The Lagotto Romagnolo is a playful breed.
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The Poodle is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Which is better for apartments: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Poodle? Compare living space needs.
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.
Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Which adapts better to changes: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Poodle? Compare adaptability levels.
Average: Lagotto Romagnolo dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Lagotto Romagnolo or Poodle?
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.
Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Which has lower bite risk: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Poodle? Compare biting tendencies.

Low 🔽

The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Which is more mouthy: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Poodle? Compare mouthing behaviors.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Poodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Which has a stronger bite: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Poodle? Compare bite force PSI.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Lagotto Romagnolo bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Poodle bite force: Ordinary.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Which lives longer: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Poodle? Compare average lifespans.
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Lagotto Romagnolo: 15 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Which handles weather better: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Poodle? Compare climate tolerances.
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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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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Health Concerns
Compare common health issues between a Lagotto Romagnolo and a Poodle. Which breed is healthier?
The Lagotto Romagnolo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle?
Average
The Lagotto Romagnolo should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Juvenile Cataracts
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Sebaceous Adenitis
Ear Infections
Addison's Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Runny Eyes
Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd)
Neonatal Encephalopathy (news)
Optic Nerve Hypoplasia
Premature Graying

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Which gains weight easier: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Poodle? Compare obesity risks.
Low to Average: The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Which eats more: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Poodle? Compare daily food needs.
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.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Which is more hypoallergenic: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Poodle? Compare allergy friendliness.
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Coat Colors
What color variations exist for Lagotto Romagnolo and Poodle? Compare breed colors.
Black
Gray
Tan
White
Brown
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
Brown
Fawn
Beige
Apricot
Grooming Requirements
Which needs more grooming: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Poodle? Compare maintenance needs.
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Drooling Tendency
Which drools more: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Poodle? Compare drooling amounts.
The Lagotto Romagnolo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Which has less odor: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Poodle? Compare natural smell levels.

Low 🔽

The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
How do coats differ between a Lagotto Romagnolo and a Poodle? Compare fur types.
Waterproof Curly
Bathing Needs
Which needs more baths: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Poodle? Compare bathing frequencies.
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 Lagotto Romagnolo or Poodle? Do Lagotto Romagnolo dogs shed more than Poodle dogs?
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are low shedders.
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Poodle dogs shed none to minimal.
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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Which is better with children: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Poodle? Compare kid-friendliness.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are generally with other pets.
Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Lagotto Romagnolo or Poodle? Which dog is more friendly?
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Lagotto Romagnolo or Poodle?
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Lagotto Romagnolo or Poodle? Can a Lagotto Romagnolo and a Poodle be friends? Do Lagotto Romagnolo dogs get along with Poodle dogs?
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is best for first time owners: Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle?
Yes
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
Yes
Lagotto Romagnolo is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
No
Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Lagotto Romagnolos are usually recommended for elderly people.
Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Which makes a better service dog: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Poodle? Compare service capabilities.

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Which is better for therapy work: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Poodle? Compare therapy capabilities.

Not really

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

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Which is better at detection work: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Poodle? Compare scenting abilities.

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
Which is better for search and rescue: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Poodle? 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 Lagotto Romagnolo or a Poodle? Compare maritime abilities.

Yes

Lagotto Romagnolo breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Which is better at pulling: a Lagotto Romagnolo or a Poodle? Compare draft work capabilities.

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 history between Lagotto Romagnolo and Poodle. 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.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare litter sizes between Lagotto Romagnolo and Poodle. Which has larger litters?
4-6 puppies 2-4 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare pregnancy duration between Lagotto Romagnolo and Poodle breeds.
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding frequencies between Lagotto Romagnolo and Poodle. Which needs longer recovery?

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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Lagotto Romagnolo vs Poodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC classifications of Lagotto Romagnolo and Poodle. Which groups do they belong to?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI classifications of Lagotto Romagnolo and Poodle. Which groups are they in?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare kennel club recognition between Lagotto Romagnolo and Poodle. Which is more widely recognized?
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 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
Canadian Canine Registry

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  • Adele

    Dec 10, 2020, 11:10:16 PM:

    Some info on lagotto is inaccurate. I have owned one and know many and been involved with the breed quite a bit. They are not usually recommended for first time owners.