Irish Water Spaniel vs Lagotto Romagnolo

Compare the Irish Water Spaniel to the Lagotto Romagnolo. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Irish Water Spaniels and Lagotto Romagnolos.

Irish Water Spaniel vs Lagotto Romagnolo
Irish Water Spaniel
Lagotto Romagnolo
Irish Water Spaniel
Lagotto Romagnolo
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General Details
Irish Water Spaniel
Lagotto Romagnolo
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
Yes
Lifespan
10-12 Years
15-17 Years
Height
20-24 Inches
16-19 Inches
Weight
45-65 Pounds
24-35 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Irish Water Spaniel
Lagotto Romagnolo
Origin Country
Ireland
Italy
Origin Year
1000 AD
1400 AD
Temperament
Irish Water Spaniel
Lagotto Romagnolo
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Irish Water Spaniel
Lagotto Romagnolo
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Living Environment
Irish Water Spaniel
Lagotto Romagnolo
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-75 °F
25-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Irish Water Spaniel
Lagotto Romagnolo
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
High to Very High
Medium
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Medium to High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Irish Water Spaniel
Lagotto Romagnolo
Coat Maintenance
High
Medium
Shedding
None to Low
None
Dander
None to Low
None
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Irish Water Spaniel
Lagotto Romagnolo
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Irish Water Spaniel
Lagotto Romagnolo
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Irish Water Spaniel
Lagotto Romagnolo
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Irish Water Spaniel
Lagotto Romagnolo
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
15-17 Years
Health Concerns
Irish Water Spaniel
Lagotto Romagnolo
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Hypothyroidism
Eye diseases
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Pediatric cataracts
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Irish Water Spaniel
Lagotto Romagnolo
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Curly
Curly
Coat Texture
Silky
Wavy
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Medium
Coat Coloring
Irish Water Spaniel
Lagotto Romagnolo
Breed Colors
Brown
Brown
Brown
Brown
Brown Roan
Brown Roan
Off-White
Off-White
Orange
Orange
White and Brown
White and Brown
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