Lagotto Romagnolo

Grooming

Lagotto Romagnolo has a double coat that is water-resistant. These dogs don’t shed much and they are mostly referred to as hypoallergenic dogs. These dogs need regular brushing to avoid forming mats and tangles.

Lagotto Romagnolo coat colors:

• Solid white
• White with brown or orange patches
• Brown roan
• Orange roan
• Orange
• Brown
• Sable

The rest is basic care; trim their nails when needed (if they don't wear them down naturally), brush their teeth weekly to prevent tartar buildup and bacteria development. Regularly check their ears for any sign of redness or a bad odor that can indicate an infection. You can wipe their ears with a cotton ball dipped into an ear cleaner.

The key for your dog to get used to everything mentioned above is to start early with them. Make a positive experience for the dog, full of praises and rewards, and you can be sure your dog will enjoy all these things when they grow up.

Exercise

Lagotto Romagnolo is a highly energetic and active breed. They were bred to work all day, so these dogs need a lot of daily exercise. These dogs need an active lifestyle to be happy. They love to be outside and be part of the action, whether running and chasing balls, playing, jumping, or jogging.

If you are thinking about getting a Lagotto Romagnolo, ensure you have enough free time and energy to spend it outside playing and training your Lagotto Romagnolo. If your schedule can’t allow you that, consider getting some less active breed.

Personality

Like any other dog breed, the Lagotto Romagnolo requires early socialization. It is essential to ensure that your dog doesn’t become shy or aggressive. Expose your dog to many different people, dogs, sights, and situations to secure a well-rounded dog.

Because they are herding dogs and have a high prey drive, even with the right training and socialization, these dogs will not be able to resist going after a rabbit or squirrel. They can adapt to any environment as long as you secure them with plenty of physical and mental activity.

Socialization can even be done at home. Dress differently; wear glasses, hats, and baggy clothes so your puppy can’t recognize you right away. Teach your puppy to stay alone for a while and not make a fuss about it. It is the best way to make sure your puppy will grow up to be a stable, confident, and well-behaved dog.

Lagotto Romagnolo and kids

Lagotto Romagnolo are excellent family dogs that will get along with every family member, including children. Take note that kids need to be taught how to properly play and interact with a dog so Lagotto Romagnolo can enjoy their company. If they are raised together from an early age, they will play a part, and they will enjoy spending time together.

Children should never be left alone with any dog, no matter what breed it might be. You should make sure that your children understand how to approach dogs of this breed and understand how to interact and play with them properly.

Lagotto Romagnolo and other animals

These dogs can get along well with others and enjoy their company. They can in some cases, start chasing smaller animals but with the right socialization from an early age, they can learn to live with other pets in the same household.

Health problems

Lagotto Romagnolo are dogs with a life expectancy of 15-17 years. Like any other dog breed, they are prone to some health problems that every (future) owner should be aware of. To ensure you'll get the healthiest possible dog, never buy a dog from a puppy mill breeder or a pet store. Lagotto Romagnolo can suffer from

• Epilepsy - Brain problem causing mild to severe seizures.
• Hip dysplasia - Genetic problem affecting hips resulting from an improperly formed hip joint.
• Elbow Dysplasia - Usually, it affects large breeds and is caused by uneven growth of three bones making a dog’s elbow.

Lagotto Romagnolo breeders

If you are interested in getting one of these dogs, make sure that you buy from a registered and reputable Lagotto Romagnolo breeder. A good breeder needs to be knowledgeable about the breed they are breeding and can certainly answer most of your questions about these dogs. They can certainly give you great advice and tell you if this breed will fit your and your family’s lifestyle.

Buying a dog from a responsible breeder will cost you more money, but you can be sure that you will get a healthy puppy. When you bring your new puppy home, start with the training and socialization immediately. By doing so, you will end up with a well-behaved dog whom you can trust. If you devote your time and energy to this dog, you can be sure that you will end up with a companion for life.

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This is a fairly old breed, and we can trace the Lagotto Romagnolo back to Renaissance Italy, and some canine historians believe that their history goes even further. That part of their history still remains unexplained, but what we can be sure about is that the modern-day Lagotto was “rebranded” from being mostly a hunting dog to the world’s best truffle “hunting” dog.

This breed has an incredibly good sense of smell, and their owners taught them to smell and discover one of the world’s most expensive delicacies.