Lagotto Romagnolo

A natural gift for searching and its very good nose has made the breed very efficient in truffle searching.

The former hunting instinct has been modified by genetic selection; eliminated; hence his work is not distracted by the scent of game. The Lagotto is tractable, undemanding, keen affectionate, very attached to his owner and easy to train. He is also a very good companion and an excellent watch-dog.

Ancient breed of retrieving water dogs in the lowlands of Comacchio and marshlands of Ravenna. During the centuries, the great marshlands were drained and turned into arable land. Subsequently the Lagotto changed from being a water dog to an excellent dog for searching truffles in the flat open country and in the hills of Romagna.

The Lagotto Romagnolo is not recommended for apartment living or sedentary owners. They require an inordinate amount of exercise and mental stimulation. This breed does best with a job to do in a rural setting. If they become lonely or bored they will become destructive. They love to dig, so landscaping must be protected. They excel in tracking, agility, and obedience.

Grooming, moderate socialization, and a fenced yard with instructions not to dig.

The Lagotto Romagnolo requires daily combing of the coat to prevent matting. Professional clipping of the coat should be done twice a year. Bathing should be done when necessary. They have a low incidence of hip dysplasia and cerebral anomaly.