About The Breed

The Lagotto Romagnolo is a medium-sized, curly-coated dog originally bred in Italy to hunt truffles. Known for its distinctive, dense, and woolly coat, the Lagotto has a cheerful and affectionate temperament. This breed is highly intelligent, energetic, and thrives on mental stimulation and physical exercise, making it an excellent companion for active families or individuals. Lagottos are loyal and loving, forming strong bonds with their owners. They are good with children and other pets, and their friendly, playful nature makes them great family dogs. Due to their truffle-hunting background, they have an excellent sense of smell and enjoy scent-based activities. Their curly coat is hypoallergenic, though it requires regular grooming to prevent matting.
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Dog Breed:

Lagotto Romagnolo

Lifespan:

15 - 17 years

Height:

16 - 19 inches

Weight:

24 - 35 pounds

Breed Group:

Sporting

Shedding Amount:

Infrequent

My Info

The Lagotto Romagnolo is a medium-sized, curly-coated dog originally bred in Italy to hunt truffles. Known for its distinctive, dense, and woolly coat, the Lagotto has a cheerful and affectionate temperament. This breed is highly intelligent, energetic, and thrives on mental stimulation and physical exercise, making it an excellent companion for active families or individuals. Lagottos are loyal and loving, forming strong bonds with their owners. They are good with children and other pets, and their friendly, playful nature makes them great family dogs. Due to their truffle-hunting background, they have an excellent sense of smell and enjoy scent-based activities. Their curly coat is hypoallergenic, though it requires regular grooming to prevent matting.

Contact Information

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(866) 240-9529

#Fun Dog Facts

• The Shar-Pei’s wrinkled skin was originally meant to protect it during fights.

• The Irish Wolfhound was bred to hunt wolves and elk.

• The Tibetan Mastiff was used to guard monasteries in the Himalayas.

• The Pharaoh Hound was revered in ancient Egypt and is one of the oldest domesticated breeds.

• The Saluki is considered the oldest dog breed, dating back to 7000 BC.

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