Bearded Collie vs Lagotto Romagnolo
Breed Compatibility
85% Compatible
Energy Level
Bearded Collie: Regular Exercise0.6
Lagotto Romagnolo: Regular Exercise0.6
Very Compatible
Trainability
Bearded Collie: Independent0.4
Lagotto Romagnolo: Eager to Please1.0
Less Compatible
Grooming Needs
Bearded Collie: Daily Brushing0.8
Lagotto Romagnolo: Occasional Bath/Brush0.2
Less Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Bearded Collie5/5
Lagotto Romagnolo3/5
Good with Other Dogs
Bearded Collie5/5
Lagotto Romagnolo5/5
Good with Strangers
Bearded Collie4/5
Lagotto Romagnolo4/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
Bearded Collie
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation risk
Collie Eye Anomaly: Vision concerns
Hypothyroidism: Hormone imbalance
Progressive Retinal Atrophy: Vision loss
Allergies: Environmental sensitivities
Addison's Disease: Adrenal condition
Lagotto Romagnolo
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation risk
Epilepsy: Neurological seizure disorder
Eye Problems: Various ocular conditions
Benign Juvenile Epilepsy: Early onset
Storage Disease: Metabolic disorder risk
Cerebral Dysfunction: Brain function issues
Pros & Cons Comparison
Bearded Collie
Pros
Intelligent and trainable
Excellent family companion
Good with children
Weather-resistant coat
Cons
High grooming needs
Requires extensive exercise
Can be stubborn
Frequent barking
Lagotto Romagnolo
Pros
Excellent nose work abilities
Minimal shedding
Highly trainable
Good with families
Adaptable to different environments
Cons
Requires regular grooming
High exercise needs
Can be vocal
Expensive to purchase
Bearded Collie Fun Fact
Their unique bouncing herding style earned them the nickname 'bouncing Beardie' among Scottish shepherds!
Lagotto Romagnolo Fun Fact
The only breed specifically developed and recognized worldwide for truffle hunting abilities!
Heritage & Purpose
Bearded Collie
Origin:
Scottish shepherds developed these dogs in the highlands during the 16th century for herding sheep and cattle across challenging terrain. Their distinctive coat protected them in harsh weather.
Lagotto Romagnolo
Origin:
Dating back to Renaissance Italy's Romagna region, these skilled water retrievers evolved into specialized truffle hunters, using their exceptional nose work abilities to locate valuable fungi.
Special Considerations
Bearded Collie
Daily coat brushing essential to prevent matting. Requires significant exercise commitment. Regular eye and hip checks needed. Tendency to bark needs early training attention.
Lagotto Romagnolo
Regular grooming needed to maintain curly coat. Requires consistent mental stimulation through training or nose work. Monitor for early signs of epilepsy or neurological issues.
Shedding
SeasonalShedding
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