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A photo of a Lagotto Romagnolo sitting.

A photo of a Lagotto Romagnolo sitting.

A photo of a Lagotto Romagnolo standing in water.

A photo of a Lagotto Romagnolo running in a field.

A photo of a Lagotto Romagnolo swimming in water.

The Lagotto Romagnolo is an Italian breed of dog. It originates in the marshlands of the Delta del Po in the eastern part of the Romagna sub-region of Italy. The name derives from Romagnol: Can Lagòt, meaning “water dog”.

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Lagotto Romagnolo

Lagotto Romagnolo Dog Breed

Finding the Lagotto

Explore our Italian journey to refine the Lagotto Romagnolo breed standard at the 30th CIL anniversary show, meeting key breeders and dogs.

September 18, 2024

Lagotto Romagnolo

Breed Judging

Judging the Lagotto Romagnolo

Explore the Lagotto Romagnolo, a powerful working dog with unique traits for truffle hunting and more. Learn its true standard.

September 9, 2024

Lagotto Romagnolo

Breed History

History of The Lagotto In the United States

Explore the history and unique traits of the Lagotto Romagnolo, a rustic, curly-coated water dog bred for truffle hunting.

September 6, 2024

Lagotto Romagnolo Dog Breed

Key Changes to Understanding the Lagotto Romagnolo Standard

Explore the new Lagotto Romagnolo AKC Breed Standard, covering key changes in color, bite, and rustic grooming guidelines.

August 25, 2024

Lagotto Romagnolo at a dog show

Breed History

The Lagotto Romagnolo: The First 25 Years in the US – Where Will the Next 25 Take Us?

Explore the first 25 years of the Lagotto Romagnolo in the US, from early imports to AKC recognition and global connections.

July 30, 2024

A photo of a Lagotto Romagnolo running in a field.

Lagotto Romagnolo Dog Breed

Three Purebred Dogs That Are Alternatives to Doodles

Explore three purebred dog alternatives to doodles: Lagotto Romagnolo, Spanish Water Dog, and Curly-Coated Retriever. Read more.

June 18, 2024

Painting of a Lagotto Romagnolo dog

Breed History

The Lagotto Romagnolo: History and the Future

Lagotto Romagnolo is a dog that has been bred to find truffles; it is the only breed specialized in tracking down this precious tuber.

January 9, 2023

Owner Handler Erin Fogg with her dog

Lagotto Romagnolo Dog Breed

Interview with Owner Handler Erin Fogg

Insights from an Owner Handler, Erin Fogg. Read about her opinions on various topics about dog handling in the show ring.

December 30, 2022

latest articles

Lagotto Romagnolo

Lagotto Romagnolo Dog Breed

Finding the Lagotto

Explore our Italian journey to refine the Lagotto Romagnolo breed standard at the 30th CIL anniversary show, meeting key breeders and dogs.

September 18, 2024

Lagotto Romagnolo

Breed Judging

Judging the Lagotto Romagnolo

Explore the Lagotto Romagnolo, a powerful working dog with unique traits for truffle hunting and more. Learn its true standard.

September 9, 2024

Lagotto Romagnolo

Breed History

History of The Lagotto In the United States

Explore the history and unique traits of the Lagotto Romagnolo, a rustic, curly-coated water dog bred for truffle hunting.

September 6, 2024

Lagotto Romagnolo Dog Breed

Key Changes to Understanding the Lagotto Romagnolo Standard

Explore the new Lagotto Romagnolo AKC Breed Standard, covering key changes in color, bite, and rustic grooming guidelines.

August 25, 2024

Lagotto Romagnolo at a dog show

Breed History

The Lagotto Romagnolo: The First 25 Years in the US – Where Will the Next 25 Take Us?

Explore the first 25 years of the Lagotto Romagnolo in the US, from early imports to AKC recognition and global connections.

July 30, 2024

A photo of a Lagotto Romagnolo running in a field.

Lagotto Romagnolo Dog Breed

Three Purebred Dogs That Are Alternatives to Doodles

Explore three purebred dog alternatives to doodles: Lagotto Romagnolo, Spanish Water Dog, and Curly-Coated Retriever. Read more.

June 18, 2024

Painting of a Lagotto Romagnolo dog

Breed History

The Lagotto Romagnolo: History and the Future

Lagotto Romagnolo is a dog that has been bred to find truffles; it is the only breed specialized in tracking down this precious tuber.

January 9, 2023

Owner Handler Erin Fogg with her dog

Lagotto Romagnolo Dog Breed

Interview with Owner Handler Erin Fogg

Insights from an Owner Handler, Erin Fogg. Read about her opinions on various topics about dog handling in the show ring.

December 30, 2022

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