Side by side
Put a few breeds side by side before you make up your mind.
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| Breed |  Lagotto Romagnolo |  Poodle |
|---|---|---|
| Origin | Italy | Germany, developed in France as a water retriever |
| Group | Gundog | Utility |
| Size | Medium | Large |
| Coat | Woolly, curly, non-shedding | Dense, curly, single coat, low shedding |
| Weight | 11 to 16 kg | 20 to 32 kg |
| Height | 41 to 48 cm | 45 to 62 cm |
| Lifespan | 12 to 16 yrs | 12 to 15 yrs |
| Exercise need | 6/10 | 8/10 |
| Affection | 8/10 | 8/10 |
| Grooming needs | 8/10 | 8/10 |
| Barking | 4/10 | 5/10 |
| Good with children | 8/10 | 8/10 |
| Good with other dogs | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Trainability | 7/10 | 10/10 |
| Prey drive | 6/10 | 5/10 |
| Copes alone | 6/10 | 3/10 |
| Drool | 2/10 | 1/10 |
| Shedding | 2/10 | 1/10 |
| Flat fit | 7/10 | 5/10 |
| Running cost | €124 / month | €170 / month |
Lagotto Romagnolo verdict
The truffle dog: a woolly, nose-driven worker with a calmer nature than most doodles.
Get one if
- · Allergy-aware homes wanting a predictable pure breed
- · Owners who enjoy scent games and training
- · Families wanting a calmer low-shedding dog
Think again if
- · Anyone unwilling to pay for regular professional grooming
- · Owners wanting an off-lead dog that ignores wildlife scent
- · Households away from home all day with no cover
Poodle verdict
A brilliant, low shedding companion that comes in three sizes but one sharp mind.
Get one if
- · Owners wanting a highly trainable dog
- · Households prepared to budget for regular professional grooming
- · Active families wanting a dog for sport or fieldwork
Think again if
- · Owners wanting a wash-and-go, low maintenance coat
- · Households wanting a dog left alone for long hours
- · People unwilling to pay for regular grooming appointments