Lagotto Romagnolo vs Bearded Collie
Breed Compatibility
85% Compatible
Energy Level
Lagotto Romagnolo: Regular Exercise0.6
Bearded Collie: Regular Exercise0.6
Very Compatible
Trainability
Lagotto Romagnolo: Eager to Please1.0
Bearded Collie: Independent0.4
Less Compatible
Grooming Needs
Lagotto Romagnolo: Occasional Bath/Brush0.2
Bearded Collie: Daily Brushing0.8
Less Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Lagotto Romagnolo3/5
Bearded Collie5/5
Good with Other Dogs
Lagotto Romagnolo5/5
Bearded Collie5/5
Good with Strangers
Lagotto Romagnolo4/5
Bearded Collie4/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
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
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
Pros & Cons Comparison
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
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 Fun Fact
The only breed specifically developed and recognized worldwide for truffle hunting abilities!
Bearded Collie Fun Fact
Their unique bouncing herding style earned them the nickname 'bouncing Beardie' among Scottish shepherds!
Heritage & Purpose
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.
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.
Special Considerations
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.
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.
Shedding
InfrequentShedding
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