Active
Agile
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Trainable
Companionable
Faithful
Athletic
Mischievous
Instinctual

Cheerful
Loving
Trainable
Intelligent
Loyal
Social

Pootalians shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

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

Pootalians aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

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

United States

Italy

Poodle and Italian Greyhound

water dog

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Continental Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
National Kennel Club
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.

2000's

ancient times

Brown
Amber

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black
Brown
Isabella

Black
Brown
Isabella

Fawn
Black
White
Brindle
Brown
Gray

Brown
Brown
Cream
Fawn
Pied
Sable

Pootalians have medium-length coats.

Lagotto Romagnolos have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wiry

Curly

A Pootalian can have a litter of 2-4 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 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.

Pootalians are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Lagotto Romagnolos have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Patellar Luxation
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Usually A Very Healthy Breed
Lysosomal Storage Disease

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Deafness
Sebaceous Adenitis
Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy
Hypothyroidism
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Thrombocytopenia
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)
Immune Mediated Haemolytic Anaemia (IMHA)
Idiopathic Epilepsy
Eye Diseases and Disorders
Pyruvate Kinase (PK) Deficiency
Atopy

Cerebellar Abiotrophy

Dna Test For Pk
Dna For Pra
Eye Examinations
Blood Work
Full Physical Examination
Hearing Tests
MRI scan of the spinal cord and brain
DNA for VWD

Blood
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Pootalians are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Pootalians need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

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

Pootalian dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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

Pootalians are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Pootalian, it's at least 8 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 Lagotto Romagnolo, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Pootalian requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Pootalian 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

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

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 9-10 pound (4 - 5 kg) Pootalian 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.

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.

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

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

The average per month expenses of a Pootalian 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.

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.

Pootalian is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

The Pootalian is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Pootalians have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Lagotto Romagnolos are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Pootalians are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Lagotto Romagnolos are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Pootalians are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

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

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

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

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