Lagotto Romagnolo vs Collie
Breed Compatibility
54% Compatible
Energy Level
Lagotto Romagnolo: Regular Exercise0.6
Collie: Regular Exercise0.6
Very Compatible
Trainability
Lagotto Romagnolo: Eager to Please1.0
Collie: Easy Training0.8
Very Compatible
Grooming Needs
Lagotto Romagnolo: Occasional Bath/Brush0.2
Collie: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
Moderately Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Lagotto Romagnolo3/5
Collie/5
Good with Other Dogs
Lagotto Romagnolo5/5
Collie/5
Good with Strangers
Lagotto Romagnolo4/5
Collie/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
Collie
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation issue
CEA: Collie Eye Anomaly condition
PRA: Progressive Retinal Atrophy
MDR1: Drug sensitivity mutation
Bloat: Gastric torsion risk
DM: Degenerative Myelopathy concern
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
Collie
Pros
Highly intelligent and trainable
Excellent family companion
Good with children
Loyal and protective
Elegant appearance
Cons
Heavy shedding
Regular grooming required
Can be vocal
Sensitive personality
Needs consistent exercise
Lagotto Romagnolo Fun Fact
The only breed specifically developed and recognized worldwide for truffle hunting abilities!
Collie Fun Fact
Lassie, the famous TV collie, was actually played by male dogs because they maintained better coats for filming!
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.
Collie
Origin:
Developed in Scotland's Highland regions during the 1800s, Collies served as premier sheep herding dogs, masterfully managing flocks across challenging terrains.
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.
Collie
Regular brushing needed to maintain coat condition. Exercise requirements must be met daily. Health screening for breed-specific conditions is essential.
Shedding
InfrequentShedding
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