Lagotto Romagnolo vs Pekingese
Breed Compatibility
86% Compatible
Energy Level
Lagotto Romagnolo: Regular Exercise0.6
Pekingese: Calm0.4
Very Compatible
Trainability
Lagotto Romagnolo: Eager to Please1.0
Pekingese: May be Stubborn0.2
Less Compatible
Grooming Needs
Lagotto Romagnolo: Occasional Bath/Brush0.2
Pekingese: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
Moderately Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Lagotto Romagnolo3/5
Pekingese3/5
Good with Other Dogs
Lagotto Romagnolo5/5
Pekingese3/5
Good with Strangers
Lagotto Romagnolo4/5
Pekingese3/5
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
Pekingese
Brachycephalic syndrome: Breathing issues
Patellar luxation: Kneecap problems
Heart murmurs: Cardiac concerns
Eye problems: Due to facial structure
Spinal disc issues: Back problems
Skin fold infections: Facial wrinkles
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
Pekingese
Pros
Excellent apartment dogs
Loyal and devoted
Low exercise needs
Independent nature
Cons
Stubborn and challenging to train
Regular grooming required
Heat sensitive
Can be aloof with strangers
Lagotto Romagnolo Fun Fact
The only breed specifically developed and recognized worldwide for truffle hunting abilities!
Pekingese Fun Fact
Ancient Chinese emperors would sentence anyone who stole a Pekingese to death!
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.
Pekingese
Origin:
Sacred dogs of Chinese Imperial palace during Tang Dynasty, these companions were exclusively owned by royalty and served as temple guardians and lap dogs.
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.
Pekingese
Regular grooming essential for coat maintenance. Heat sensitivity requires climate control. Special attention needed for facial wrinkles and breathing issues.
Shedding
InfrequentShedding
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