Is the Lagotto Romagnolo or the Schnoodle better for families with children?

Both the Lagotto Romagnolo and the Schnoodle are considered good with children when properly socialized and supervised.

Which sheds more, the Lagotto Romagnolo or the Schnoodle?

The Lagotto Romagnolo and Schnoodle shed a similar amount (very low).

Which is easier to train, the Lagotto Romagnolo or the Schnoodle?

Both breeds have comparable trainability. Consistency and positive reinforcement work well for each.

Is Lagotto Romagnolo or Schnoodle bigger?

Lagotto Romagnolo and Schnoodle are a similar size (Medium).

Which barks more, Lagotto Romagnolo or Schnoodle?

Both bark a similar amount (medium).

Which is better for apartment living, Lagotto Romagnolo or Schnoodle?

For apartment or apartment living, Lagotto Romagnolo and Schnoodle are an even match — either can work well.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Schnoodle: Easier to Groom?

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Schnoodle: full comparison

Trait	Lagotto Romagnolo	Schnoodle
Size	Medium	Medium
Energy level	High	High
Trainability	High	High
Friendliness	High	High
Good with children	High	High
Grooming needs	Very High	High
Shedding	Very Low	Very Low
Barking	Medium	Medium
Protectiveness	Medium	Medium
Adaptability	Medium	High
Typical lifespan	15 years	13 years
Hypoallergenic	Yes	Yes

Size and living space

The Lagotto Romagnolo is a moderately built dog that adapts to an average home, with a little outdoor space preferred. By comparison, the Schnoodle is a moderately built dog that adapts to an average home, with a little outdoor space preferred. Because they are a similar size, neither has a clear space advantage — both will suit the same kind of home.

Exercise and energy needs

The Lagotto Romagnolo needs a good deal of daily exercise — long walks, running or vigorous play. The Schnoodle needs a good deal of daily exercise — long walks, running or vigorous play. Their exercise needs are broadly the same, so this is unlikely to be a deciding factor.

Grooming and shedding

The Lagotto Romagnolo is high-maintenance to groom, needing regular professional grooming and daily brushing and barely sheds, keeping your home and clothes clean. The Schnoodle needs frequent grooming and benefits from professional trims and barely sheds, keeping your home and clothes clean. Both are considered hypoallergenic, so either works well for allergy-conscious homes. If low upkeep matters to you, factor this in — the difference adds up over a dog's lifetime.

Temperament, training and family life

The Lagotto Romagnolo learns quickly and enjoys the training process, barks a moderate amount, usually with reason and is reliably good with children and a solid family choice. The Schnoodle learns quickly and enjoys the training process, barks a moderate amount, usually with reason and is reliably good with children and a solid family choice. On guarding instinct, Lagotto Romagnolo will alert you to visitors but is not an aggressive guardian, whereas Schnoodle will alert you to visitors but is not an aggressive guardian.

Which is better for…

For apartment or apartment living, Lagotto Romagnolo and Schnoodle are an even match — either can work well.
For families with young children, Lagotto Romagnolo and Schnoodle are an even match — either can work well.
For first-time dog owners, Schnoodle has the edge, as it is easier to train and more forgiving of beginner mistakes.
For being left alone during the workday, Lagotto Romagnolo and Schnoodle are an even match — either can work well.
For allergy sufferers, Lagotto Romagnolo and Schnoodle are an even match — either can work well.

Which should you choose?

Choose the Lagotto Romagnolo if you want a longer-lived breed.

Choose the Schnoodle if you want a more adaptable dog or you prefer lower grooming upkeep.

Not sure which breed is right for you?

Take the free DoggyQ quiz and get a personalized match from 321 breeds based on your lifestyle, home and preferences — plus a full report on what living with that breed actually costs.

Find your perfect match

Frequently asked questions

Is the Lagotto Romagnolo or the Schnoodle better for families with children?: Both the Lagotto Romagnolo and the Schnoodle are considered good with children when properly socialized and supervised.
Which sheds more, the Lagotto Romagnolo or the Schnoodle?: The Lagotto Romagnolo and Schnoodle shed a similar amount (very low).
Which is easier to train, the Lagotto Romagnolo or the Schnoodle?: Both breeds have comparable trainability. Consistency and positive reinforcement work well for each.
Is Lagotto Romagnolo or Schnoodle bigger?: Lagotto Romagnolo and Schnoodle are a similar size (Medium).
Which barks more, Lagotto Romagnolo or Schnoodle?: Both bark a similar amount (medium).
Which is better for apartment living, Lagotto Romagnolo or Schnoodle?: For apartment or apartment living, Lagotto Romagnolo and Schnoodle are an even match — either can work well.

Lagotto Romagnolo vs Schnoodle