Breed comparison
Cirneco dell'Etna vs Lagotto Romagnolo
How the two breeds compare on the American Kennel Club's 1 to 5 trait ratings, and which one suits which home.
4Affection with family5
3Good with young children3
4Good with other dogs5
3Openness to strangers4
4Playfulness4
3Energy level4
4Trainability4
3Mental stimulation needs4
4Adaptability4
3Watchdog / protective3
2Barking2
1Shedding1
1Coat grooming2
1Drooling2
The biggest differences
These two breeds are close on every trait: no score differs by more than one point.
They score the same on good with young children, playfulness, trainability, adaptability, watchdog / protective, barking.
Which one should you choose?
Pick the Cirneco dell'Etna if you prefer a calmer dog. Pick the Lagotto Romagnolo if you want an energetic exercise partner, you have other dogs.
Ratings are general breed tendencies from the AKC. Every dog is an individual, so meet the dog, and its parents if you can, before you decide. Not sure? Try the breed selector.
Source: American Kennel Club breed ratings (compiled February 2022). How we check.