Is the Basset Fauve de Bretagne Better than the Lagotto Romagnolo as a Pet? Answer…

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Basset Fauve de Bretagne Versus Lagotto Romagnolo: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Lagotto Romagnolo? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Basset Fauve de Bretagne 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 Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Lagotto Romagnolo.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Basset Fauve de Bretagne 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 Basset Fauve de Bretagne 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 more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Basset Fauve de Bretagne 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 Basset Fauve de Bretagne or the Lagotto Romagnolo

Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Lagotto Romagnolo: Overview

Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Lagotto Romagnolo are similar in size. The Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Lagotto Romagnolo are both small-sized dogs.

Furthermore, the Basset Fauve de Bretagne 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.

Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Lagotto Romagnolo: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Basset Fauve de Bretagne 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.

Factor Basset Fauve de Bretagne Lagotto Romagnolo
Tolerates Hot Weather 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 5/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 5/5 3/5
Height 12 to 15 inches. 14 to 19 inches
Life Span 12 to 15 years. 14 to 17 years
Does NOT Shed 4/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 4/5
Weight 25 to 35 pounds. 24 to 35 pounds
Easygoing 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 3/5
Easy To Train 3/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 3/5
General Health 5/5 4/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 15.5 years
Price Range No Data $4994 – $5819
Average Price No Data $5210
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination
  • Patellar Luxation
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  • 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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    *Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Basset Fauve de Bretagne 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 a Basset Fauve de Bretagne is 91 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Lagotto Romagnolo is 80 out of 125.

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

    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 Basset Fauve de Bretagne 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 Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Lagotto Romagnolo

    Below is a list of where the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Lagotto Romagnolo are most different:

  • Basset Fauve de Bretagnes are very easy to groom. However, Lagotto Romagnolos require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.

    • The Similarities Between the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Lagotto Romagnolo

    The Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Lagotto Romagnolo are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Lagotto Romagnolo are most similar:

  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Lagotto Romagnolo do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Lagotto Romagnolo do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Lagotto Romagnolo are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Lagotto Romagnolo do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Lagotto Romagnolo are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Lagotto Romagnolo get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Lagotto Romagnolo get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Lagotto Romagnolo have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Lagotto Romagnolo require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Lagotto Romagnolo are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Lagotto Romagnolo are highly intelligent.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Lagotto Romagnolo

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Lagotto Romagnolo.

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes weigh 25 to 35 pounds. when fully grown. Basset Fauve de Bretagnes are 12 to 15 inches. 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.

    Health Problems of Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Health Problems of Lagotto Romagnolo

    Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. Therefore, there is nothing like a perfect puppy.

    Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Lagotto Romagnolo are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.

    The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.

    Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Lagotto Romagnolo is prone to more genetic health problems than the Basset Fauve de Bretagne.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Lagotto Romagnolo than for the Basset Fauve de Bretagne.

    3 health tests are recommended for Basset Fauve de Bretagne while 6 tests are recommended for the Lagotto Romagnolo.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Basset Fauve de Bretagnes and in Lagotto Romagnolos.

    Basset Fauve de Bretagne Health Problems

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Basset Fauve de Bretagne puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Basset Fauve de Bretagne puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Basset Fauve de Bretagne breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Basset Fauve de Bretagnes for:

  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination
  • Patellar Luxation

    • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Basset Fauve de Bretagnes here.

    Lagotto Romagnolo Health Problems

    Lagotto Romagnolos are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Lagotto Romagnolo puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Lagotto Romagnolo puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Lagotto Romagnolo breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Lagotto Romagnolos for:

  • Benign Familial Juvenile Epilepsy
  • DNA Repository
  • Eye examination each year, results registered with the OFA.
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Lagotto Storage Disease
  • Patellar Luxation

    • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Lagotto Romagnolos here.

    Can Basset Fauve de Bretagnes Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Lagotto Romagnolos Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

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

    Which one drools more, the Basset Fauve de Bretagne or the Lagotto Romagnolo

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Lagotto Romagnolos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Wanderlust Potential: Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs. Lagotto Romagnolo

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes 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.

    Do Basset Fauve de Bretagnes shed more than Lagotto Romagnolos?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

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

    Do Basset Fauve de Bretagnes Bark and Howl? What about Lagotto Romagnolos?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Lagotto Romagnolos bark and howl, but not very much.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Lagotto Romagnolo

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes can be left alone only for a short time.

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

    Can Basset Fauve de Bretagnes Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Lagotto Romagnolos Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Lagotto Romagnolos can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Is the Basset Fauve de Bretagne Easier to Train than the Lagotto Romagnolo?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes are fairly easy to train.

    Lagotto Romagnolos are very easy to train.

    Does the Basset Fauve de Bretagne Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Lagotto Romagnolo?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes 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.

    Is the Basset Fauve de Bretagne Better for Apartment Owners than the Lagotto Romagnolo?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes adapt very well to apartment living.

    Lagotto Romagnolos do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Basset Fauve de Bretagne or the Lagotto Romagnolo?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes are very good for new dog owners.

    Lagotto Romagnolos are very good for new dog owners.

    How Kid-friendly are Basset Fauve de Bretagnes and Lagotto Romagnolos?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Basset Fauve de Bretagne or the Lagotto Romagnolo?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes get along very well with other dogs.

    Lagotto Romagnolos get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Basset Fauve de Bretagne or the Lagotto Romagnolo?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes are very easy to groom.

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

    Are Basset Fauve de Bretagnes good family dogs? What about Lagotto Romagnolos?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

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

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Basset Fauve de Bretagne

    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 Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Boxerdoodle.
  • Polish Lowland Sheepdog (77 percent match with Lagotto Romagnolo). Here is our comparison of the Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Lagotto Romagnolo

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Basset Fauve de Bretagne 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 Basset Fauve de Bretagne:

  • Bergamasco Sheepdog (77 percent match with Basset Fauve de Bretagne). Here is our comparison of the Lagotto Romagnolo vs Bergamasco Sheepdog.
  • Cockalier (79 percent match with Basset Fauve de Bretagne). Here is our comparison of the Lagotto Romagnolo vs Cockalier.
  • French Spaniel (77 percent match with Basset Fauve de Bretagne). Here is our comparison of the Lagotto Romagnolo vs French Spaniel.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and how the Lagotto Romagnolo compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and of the Lagotto Romagnolo to other breeds:

    Basset Fauve de Bretagne Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Pug     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Brussels Griffon     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Whippet     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Beaglier     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Australian Terrier     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Border Terrier     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Canaan Dog     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Frenchton     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Belgian Sheepdog     

    Lagotto Romagnolo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Lagotto Romagnolo versus Puggle     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Irish Water Spaniel     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Black Russian Terrier     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Golden Retriever     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Afador     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Belgian Tervuren     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Mudi     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Labradoodle          

    Conclusion: Basset Fauve de Bretagne 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 Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Lagotto Romagnolo better suits you and your family.