Lagotto Romagnolo has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

Doxle has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Cheerful
Loving
Trainable
Intelligent
Loyal
Social

Affectionate
Playful
Inquisitive

Lagotto Romagnolos are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Doxles shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Lagotto Romagnolos make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Choose a Doxle if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

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Not recognized by any clubs.

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Isabella

Black

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Cream
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Pied
Sable

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A Lagotto Romagnolo can have a litter of 14-16 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Doxle can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

While the Lagotto Romagnolo breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Doxles typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed
Lysosomal Storage Disease

Patellar Luxation
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat

Cerebellar Abiotrophy

Deafness
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Cushing's Disease

Blood
X-Rays
Physical Examination

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Urinalysis
Complete Blood Work
Serum Chemistry
Spinal Tap
Neurologic Exam
Ophthalmic Examination

Lagotto Romagnolos' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Doxles thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Lagotto Romagnolo has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Doxle has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Lagotto Romagnolos require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Doxles need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Lagotto Romagnolos sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Doxles are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

The Lagotto Romagnolo is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Doxle dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

While Lagotto Romagnolo dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Doxle dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

Walk, Run, Puzzle Toys, Go to Beach, Go Camping, Swim, Tug-of-war, Fetch, Shake, Eating Snacks, Sleeping, Chase, Walks, Tricks, Tag, Stairs, Snuggle

Running, Playing tricks, Walk, Playing Ball, Tug-of-war, Playing fetch, Walking, Car rides, Fetch, Walks, Play, Cuddlin

Lagotto Romagnolos are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Doxles are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Doxle dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Lagotto Romagnolo, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Doxle, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Lagotto Romagnolos usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Doxles usually need at least 35 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Lagotto Romagnolos have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Doxles require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

In general Lagotto Romagnolo should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Doxle should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 28-35 pound (13 - 16 kg) Lagotto Romagnolo feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 18-30 pound (8 - 14 kg) Doxle feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Lagotto Romagnolo is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average cost of a Doxle is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Lagotto Romagnolo is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Doxle is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Lagotto Romagnolos are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Doxle is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Lagotto Romagnolos have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Lagotto Romagnolos are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Doxles can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Lagotto Romagnolos are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Doxles are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Lagotto Romagnolos are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Doxles are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Lagotto Romagnolos are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Doxles are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Lagotto Romagnolos are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Doxles are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.