Is the Azawakh Better than the Lagotto Romagnolo as a Pet? Our Answer.

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Azawakh Versus Lagotto Romagnolo: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Azawakh 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 Azawakh 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 Azawakh and the Lagotto Romagnolo.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Azawakh 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 Azawakh 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 Azawakh 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 Azawakh or the Lagotto Romagnolo.

Azawakh versus Lagotto Romagnolo: Overview

A very important difference between the Azawakh and the Lagotto Romagnolo is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Azawakh is a large-sized dog while the Lagotto Romagnolo is a small-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Azawakh belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.

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.

Azawakh versus Lagotto Romagnolo: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Azawakh 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 Azawakh and the Lagotto Romagnolo

Factor Azawakh Lagotto Romagnolo
Tolerates Cold Weather 1/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 5/5 3/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 14 to 17 years
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 2/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 4/5
Height 23 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder 14 to 19 inches
Easygoing 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 5/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Easy To Train 3/5 4/5
Intelligence 3/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 4/5
Weight 33 to 55 pounds 24 to 35 pounds
Affectionate With Family 4/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 5/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 1/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 15.5 years
Price Range No Data $4331 – $5332
Average Price No Data $5040
Temperament Score 100.0 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
  • Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Azawakh 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 Azawakh is 81 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Lagotto Romagnolo is 80 out of 125.

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

    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 Azawakh 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 Azawakh and the Lagotto Romagnolo

    Below is a list of where the Azawakh and the Lagotto Romagnolo are most different:

    • Azawakhs cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold. However, Lagotto Romagnolos can tolerate cold weather.
    • Azawakhs adapt well to apartment living. However, Lagotto Romagnolos do not adapt well to apartment living.
    • Azawakhs are very easy to groom. However, Lagotto Romagnolos require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.

    The Similarities Between the Azawakh and the Lagotto Romagnolo

    The Azawakh and the Lagotto Romagnolo are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Azawakh and the Lagotto Romagnolo are most similar:

    • Both the Azawakh and the Lagotto Romagnolo do not have the tendency to drool.
    • Both the Azawakh and the Lagotto Romagnolo do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
    • Both the Azawakh and the Lagotto Romagnolo are not very friendly towards strangers.
    • Both the Azawakh and the Lagotto Romagnolo do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
    • Both the Azawakh and the Lagotto Romagnolo do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
    • Both the Azawakh and the Lagotto Romagnolo are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
    • Both the Azawakh and the Lagotto Romagnolo have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
    • Both the Azawakh and the Lagotto Romagnolo require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

    Size Comparison of Azawakh versus Lagotto Romagnolo

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Azawakh and the Lagotto Romagnolo.

    Azawakhs weigh 33 to 55 pounds when fully grown. Azawakhs are 23 to 27 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 Azawakh versus Lagotto Romagnolo

    The lifespan of Azawakhs is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Azawakhs is 13.5 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 Azawakhs.

    Temperament of the Lagotto Romagnolo Versus the Azawakh

    The Azawakh has a better temperament than the Lagotto Romagnolo.

    This is because the temperament score for the Azawakh is 100.0 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 100.0 percent, the Azawakh 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 Azawakh and the Lagotto Romagnolo by measuring the temperaments of 1 Azawakhs and 4 Lagotto Romagnolos.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Azawakh versus Lagotto Romagnolo

    Azawakhs can be left alone only for a short time.

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

    Do Azawakhs shed more than Lagotto Romagnolos?

    Azawakhs shed moderately.

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

    Which one drools more, the Azawakh or the Lagotto Romagnolo

    Azawakhs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Lagotto Romagnolos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Azawakh or the Lagotto Romagnolo?

    Azawakhs are very easy to groom.

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

    Does the Azawakh Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Lagotto Romagnolo?

    Azawakhs 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.

    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 Azawakhs Bark and Howl? What about Lagotto Romagnolos?

    Azawakhs are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Lagotto Romagnolos bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Azawakhs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Lagotto Romagnolos Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Azawakhs cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Lagotto Romagnolos can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Azawakh vs. Lagotto Romagnolo

    Azawakhs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

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

    Can Azawakhs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Lagotto Romagnolos Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Azawakhs can tolerate hot weather.

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

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Azawakh or the Lagotto Romagnolo?

    Azawakhs get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Lagotto Romagnolos get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Azawakhs good family dogs? What about Lagotto Romagnolos?

    Azawakhs 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 Azawakhs and Lagotto Romagnolos?

    Azawakhs do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Azawakh Easier to Train than the Lagotto Romagnolo?

    Azawakhs are fairly easy to train.

    Lagotto Romagnolos are very easy to train.

    Is the Azawakh Better for Apartment Owners than the Lagotto Romagnolo?

    Azawakhs adapt very well to apartment living.

    Lagotto Romagnolos do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Azawakh or the Lagotto Romagnolo?

    Azawakhs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Lagotto Romagnolos are very good for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Azawakh 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 Azawakh and the Lagotto Romagnolo better suits you and your family.