Breed comparison
Lagotto Romagnolo vs Pointer
How the two breeds compare on the American Kennel Club's 1 to 5 trait ratings, and which one suits which home.
5Affection with family5
3Good with young children3
5Good with other dogs5
4Openness to strangers4
4Playfulness4
4Energy level4
4Trainability5
4Mental stimulation needs4
4Adaptability4
3Watchdog / protective3
2Barking3
1Shedding3
2Coat grooming2
2Drooling2
The biggest differences
- Shedding: the Pointer scores 3 out of 5, the Lagotto Romagnolo 1.
They score the same on affection with family, good with young children, good with other dogs, openness to strangers, playfulness, energy level.
Which one should you choose?
Pick the Lagotto Romagnolo if you want less dog hair, you want a quieter dog. Pick the Pointer if you want a dog that is easier to train.
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.