Differences and Similarities between the American Pit Bull Terrier and the Lagotto Romagnolo.

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American Pit Bull Terrier Versus Lagotto Romagnolo: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the American Pit Bull Terrier and the Lagotto Romagnolo? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the American Pit Bull Terrier and the Lagotto Romagnolo better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the American Pit Bull Terrier and the Lagotto Romagnolo.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the American Pit Bull Terrier and the Lagotto Romagnolo is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the American Pit Bull Terrier and for the Lagotto Romagnolo. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the American Pit Bull Terrier and the Lagotto Romagnolo.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the American Pit Bull Terrier or the Lagotto Romagnolo.

American Pit Bull Terrier versus Lagotto Romagnolo: Overview

A very important difference between the American Pit Bull Terrier and the Lagotto Romagnolo is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The American Pit Bull Terrier is a medium-sized dog while the Lagotto Romagnolo is a small-sized dog.

Furthermore, the American Pit Bull Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.

On the other hand, the Lagotto Romagnolo belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.

American Pit Bull Terrier versus Lagotto Romagnolo: Comparison Table

The table below compares the American Pit Bull Terrier to the Lagotto Romagnolo based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the American Pit Bull Terrier and the Lagotto Romagnolo

Factor American Pit Bull Terrier Lagotto Romagnolo
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 4/5
Life Span 12 to 16 years 14 to 17 years
Height 17 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder 14 to 19 inches
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 4/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 3/5
Weight 30 to 85 pounds 24 to 35 pounds
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 5/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 1/5
Does NOT chew on things 1/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 1/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 14.0 years 15.5 years
Average Price $1140 $5210
Price Range $400 – $1200 $4994 – $5819
Temperament Score 87.4 percent 75.0 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Benign Familial Juvenile Epilepsy
  • DNA Repository
  • Eye examination each year, results registered with the OFA.
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Lagotto Storage Disease
  • Patellar Luxation
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the American Pit Bull Terrier in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Lagotto Romagnolo. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for the American Pit Bull Terrier is 75 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Lagotto Romagnolo is 80 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Lagotto Romagnolo is a better pet than the American Pit Bull Terrier. So, you should get the Lagotto Romagnolo!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the American Pit Bull Terrier and the Lagotto Romagnolo so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the American Pit Bull Terrier and the Lagotto Romagnolo

    Below is a list of where the American Pit Bull Terrier and the Lagotto Romagnolo are most different:

  • American Pit Bull Terriers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies. However, Lagotto Romagnolos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • American Pit Bull Terriers are very easy to groom. However, Lagotto Romagnolos require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • American Pit Bull Terriers are prone to nip and chew at things. However, Lagotto Romagnolos are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • American Pit Bull Terriers do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful. However, Lagotto Romagnolos do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.

    • The Similarities Between the American Pit Bull Terrier and the Lagotto Romagnolo

    The American Pit Bull Terrier and the Lagotto Romagnolo are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the American Pit Bull Terrier and the Lagotto Romagnolo are most similar:

  • Both the American Pit Bull Terrier and the Lagotto Romagnolo do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the American Pit Bull Terrier and the Lagotto Romagnolo are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the American Pit Bull Terrier and the Lagotto Romagnolo are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the American Pit Bull Terrier and the Lagotto Romagnolo are very easy to train.
  • Both the American Pit Bull Terrier and the Lagotto Romagnolo are highly intelligent.
  • Both the American Pit Bull Terrier and the Lagotto Romagnolo have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Both the American Pit Bull Terrier and the Lagotto Romagnolo have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the American Pit Bull Terrier and the Lagotto Romagnolo require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the American Pit Bull Terrier and the Lagotto Romagnolo are very playful.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of American Pit Bull Terrier versus Lagotto Romagnolo

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the American Pit Bull Terrier and the Lagotto Romagnolo.

    American Pit Bull Terriers weigh 30 to 85 pounds when fully grown. American Pit Bull Terriers are 17 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Lagotto Romagnolos weigh 24 to 35 pounds when fully grown. Lagotto Romagnolos are 14 to 19 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of American Pit Bull Terrier versus Lagotto Romagnolo

    The lifespan of American Pit Bull Terriers is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of American Pit Bull Terriers is 14.0 years.

    The lifespan of Lagotto Romagnolos is between 14 to 17 years. The average lifespan of Lagotto Romagnolos is 15.5 years.

    Lagotto Romagnolos live longer than American Pit Bull Terriers.

    Temperament of the American Pit Bull Terrier Versus the Lagotto Romagnolo

    The American Pit Bull Terrier has a better temperament than the Lagotto Romagnolo.

    This is because the temperament score for the American Pit Bull Terrier is 87.4 percent while the temperament score for the Lagotto Romagnolo is 75.0 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).

    The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.

    Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.

    The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.

    With its temperament score of 87.4 percent, the American Pit Bull Terrier has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 75.0 percent, the Lagotto Romagnolo has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the American Pit Bull Terrier and the Lagotto Romagnolo by measuring the temperaments of 931 American Pit Bull Terriers and 4 Lagotto Romagnolos.

    Price of American Pit Bull Terrier versus Price of Lagotto Romagnolo

    The average price of the American Pit Bull Terrier puppy is $1140. The price of the American Pit Bull Terrier typically ranges from $400 – $1200. However, the price of a American Pit Bull Terrier can be as low as $100 and as high as $15000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 877 American Pit Bull Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Lagotto Romagnolo puppy is $5210. The price of the Lagotto Romagnolo typically ranges from $4994 – $5819. However, the price of the Lagotto Romagnolo can be as low as $3850 and as high as $6100. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 12 Lagotto Romagnolo puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Lagotto Romagnolo is more expensive than the American Pit Bull Terrier.

    American Pit Bull Terrier Lagotto Romagnolo
    Average Price $1140 $5210
    Price Range $400 to $1200 $4994 to $5819

    The charts below show the price distribution for the American Pit Bull Terrier and Lagotto Romagnolo. For different price points, the charts show how many American Pit Bull Terrier puppies or how many Lagotto Romagnolo puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of American Pit Bull Terriers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of American Pit Bull Terriers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Lagotto Romagnolos

    A breakdown of the prices of Lagotto Romagnolos

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the American Pit Bull Terrier puppy or the Lagotto Romagnolo puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.

    Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

    You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.

    Tolerates Being Alone: American Pit Bull Terrier versus Lagotto Romagnolo

    American Pit Bull Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Lagotto Romagnolos can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do American Pit Bull Terriers shed more than Lagotto Romagnolos?

    American Pit Bull Terriers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Lagotto Romagnolos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the American Pit Bull Terrier or the Lagotto Romagnolo

    American Pit Bull Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Lagotto Romagnolos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the American Pit Bull Terrier or the Lagotto Romagnolo?

    American Pit Bull Terriers are very easy to groom.

    Lagotto Romagnolos require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the American Pit Bull Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Lagotto Romagnolo?

    American Pit Bull Terriers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Lagotto Romagnolos have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Do American Pit Bull Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Lagotto Romagnolos?

    American Pit Bull Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.

    Lagotto Romagnolos bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can American Pit Bull Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Lagotto Romagnolos Tolerate Cold Weather?

    American Pit Bull Terriers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Lagotto Romagnolos can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: American Pit Bull Terrier vs. Lagotto Romagnolo

    American Pit Bull Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Lagotto Romagnolos have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can American Pit Bull Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Lagotto Romagnolos Tolerate Hot Weather?

    American Pit Bull Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Lagotto Romagnolos can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the American Pit Bull Terrier or the Lagotto Romagnolo?

    American Pit Bull Terriers do not get along well with other dogs.

    Lagotto Romagnolos get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are American Pit Bull Terriers good family dogs? What about Lagotto Romagnolos?

    American Pit Bull Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Lagotto Romagnolos are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are American Pit Bull Terriers and Lagotto Romagnolos?

    American Pit Bull Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Lagotto Romagnolos get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Is the American Pit Bull Terrier Easier to Train than the Lagotto Romagnolo?

    American Pit Bull Terriers are very easy to train.

    Lagotto Romagnolos are very easy to train.

    Is the American Pit Bull Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Lagotto Romagnolo?

    American Pit Bull Terriers adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Lagotto Romagnolos do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the American Pit Bull Terrier or the Lagotto Romagnolo?

    American Pit Bull Terriers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Lagotto Romagnolos are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the American Pit Bull Terrier

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the American Pit Bull Terrier that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the American Pit Bull Terrier:

  • American Staffordshire Terrier (76 percent match with American Pit Bull Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Lagotto Romagnolo vs American Staffordshire Terrier.
  • American Water Spaniel (74 percent match with American Pit Bull Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Lagotto Romagnolo vs American Water Spaniel.
  • German Shepherd Dog (77 percent match with American Pit Bull Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Lagotto Romagnolo vs German Shepherd Dog.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Lagotto Romagnolo

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Lagotto Romagnolo that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Lagotto Romagnolo:

  • Boxerdoodle (77 percent match with Lagotto Romagnolo). Here is our comparison of the American Pit Bull Terrier vs Boxerdoodle.
  • Polish Lowland Sheepdog (77 percent match with Lagotto Romagnolo). Here is our comparison of the American Pit Bull Terrier vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the American Pit Bull Terrier and how the Lagotto Romagnolo compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the American Pit Bull Terrier and of the Lagotto Romagnolo to other breeds:

    American Pit Bull Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Lagotto Romagnolo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Lagotto Romagnolo versus Pomapoo     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Pekingese     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Frenchton     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Pekingese     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Bloodhound     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Pyrenean Mastiff     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Shichon     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Newfoundland     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Dogue de Bordeaux     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Siberian Husky     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Puggle     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Giant Schnauzer     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Norwegian Lundehund     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Belgian Tervuren     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Ibizan Hound     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Frenchton     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Clumber Spaniel     

    Conclusion: American Pit Bull Terrier versus Lagotto Romagnolo. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the American Pit Bull Terrier and the Lagotto Romagnolo better suits you and your family.