Breed History
THE LAGOTTO ROMAGNOLO - Short history of the breed and current situation By Dr. Giovanni Morsiani Used with permission of the Club Italiano Lagotto 1896 Stagnazza Family Lagotto The Lagotto Romagnolo is a dog that has been [...]
Lagotto Romagnolo Breed Standard
General Appearance: Small to medium-sized dog, well-proportioned, powerfully built, of rustic appearance, with a dense, curly coat of wooly texture. The dog should give the impression that he has the strength and endurance to work all day in difficult [...]
Lagotto Purebred Preservation
LRCA Purebred Preservation Bank Guidelines for AKC PPB Approved by AKC PPB November 22, 2024 - Adopted by LRCA Board November 23, 2024 Preserve, Protect, Promote Guidelines for the Lagotto Breeder, Dam Recipient, and Sire Donors for participating in [...]
Is This Breed Right For You?
Find Your Perfect Dog Well that depends on you! Do you like teaching skills, playing outdoors, training dogs and having to be one step ahead of your favorite companion? People come to Lagotto for a variety of reasons, on [...]
Truffle Hunting
Truffles are edible fungi that grow underground, and are considered to be a delicacy because of their intense and unique characteristics and aromas. As truffles mature they develop odors and send off gasses and pheromones that signal to the [...]
General Care and Training
There are many words to describe the Lagotto…smart, loving, happy, adaptable, loyal, easy to train, athletic, affectionate and sensitive. So how do you care for such a special breed? Socialization It is very important to note if properly socialized, [...]
Nutrition Guidelines
As responsible dog owners, we all want to do the very best we can when it comes to dog nutrition. In choosing what to feed your dog, it is important to remember that various breeds, age of the dog, [...]
Lagotto Romagnolo Grooming
In the United States, the coat should be shown in a rustic style with no fluffing or blowing out. The coat should match the lines of the dog and the curls should be evident. The dog should have the [...]
Health Information
The Lagotto Romagnolo is a healthy and robust dog with a life expectancy of 15 to 17 years. As with any breed of dog, some health concerns exist. It is important for fanciers of this breed to educate themselves [...]
