Lagotto Romagnolo vs Great Dane
Breed Compatibility
87% Compatible
Energy Level
Lagotto Romagnolo: Regular Exercise0.6
Great Dane: Energetic0.8
Moderately Compatible
Trainability
Lagotto Romagnolo: Eager to Please1.0
Great Dane: Agreeable0.6
Moderately Compatible
Grooming Needs
Lagotto Romagnolo: Occasional Bath/Brush0.2
Great Dane: Occasional Bath/Brush0.2
Very Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Luxury
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Lagotto Romagnolo3/5
Great Dane3/5
Good with Other Dogs
Lagotto Romagnolo5/5
Great Dane3/5
Good with Strangers
Lagotto Romagnolo4/5
Great Dane3/5
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
Great Dane
Hip dysplasia: Joint malformation
Bloat: Gastric torsion risk
DCM: Heart muscle disease
Eye problems: Vision issues
Wobbler syndrome: Spinal condition
Bone cancer: Higher risk breed
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
Great Dane
Pros
Gentle with family
Excellent guard dog
Minimal grooming needs
Adaptable personality
Cons
Short lifespan
High food costs
Space requirements
Health issues
Lagotto Romagnolo Fun Fact
The only breed specifically developed and recognized worldwide for truffle hunting abilities!
Great Dane Fun Fact
Despite their massive size, Great Danes were historically known as 'Apollo of dogs' for their elegance.
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.
Great Dane
Origin:
Developed in Germany during the 16th century as boar hunters and estate guardians. Later refined as noble companions, these dogs served both practical and prestigious roles.
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.
Great Dane
Prone to bloat - requires scheduled feeding and rest periods. Exercise needs careful monitoring during growth. Regular vet checks essential for early health issue detection.
Shedding
InfrequentShedding
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