The Lagotto is an ancient breed noted back as far back as the 16th Century and was used for water retrieving throughout Italy. Over the centuries they have been used for searching truffles over the open land of Romagna. With their great sense of smell and high ability to concentrate they were ideal for this line of work and are the only breed ever recognized for this.
The Lagotto is a small to medium size muscle built dog. It is in their nature to search and is a great working dog. They are very determined and once their mind is set to something they are not usually distracted. They are very loyal and will become extremely attached to their owner. They are an affectionate dog that gets along well with other pets.
They make an excellent family pet but being that they are quite intelligent they need a lot of stimulation. Regular exercise and something to keep their mind working is a must. Tracking games or searching for things is in their natural instinct so they will always be keen. Agility is also a favorite with this dog, they are great at obedience and learning anything new. As the same with all breeds, the Lagotto needs to be reminded that they are not the boss. They do require a pack leader and a strong minded owner.
Another plus for the Lagotto is their coat, similar to that of a poodle it doesn’t shed and is allergy friendly. It will require regular brushing as it is quite dense but grooming isn’t high maintenance. Be prepared to bath every so often as they love to get dirty! They are well known for getting into mud and other gooey stuff and making quite a mess of themselves.
The Lagotto, although not a commonly known breed, are an excellent addition to any family with the time and energy. They are not an ideal breed to be left on their for long periods of time and will bond extremely closely with their owner.
Meet Basil, a regular Lagotto guest at Dogs Country Club.
Enjoying playtimes with Greyhound, Mindy.
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