Romagna Water Dog
Lagotto romagnolo
Key facts
| FCI group | 8. Retrievers, flushing dogs and water dogs |
|---|---|
| Country of origin | Italy |
| Category | Medium |
| Height at withers | 41–48 cm |
| Weight | 11–16 kg |
Recognition features
- Dense woolly coat of tight ring-shaped curls with visible undercoat
- Abundant eyebrows, whiskers and beard, eyes never covered by hair
- Square body and rustic appearance
Purpose
Originally a retrieving water dog of the marshlands of Comacchio and Ravenna, today primarily a truffle-searching dog.
History
An ancient breed of retrieving water dogs from the lowlands of Comacchio and the marshes of Ravenna. As the great marshlands were drained and turned into arable land, the Lagotto changed from a water dog into an excellent truffle searcher on the plains and hills of Romagna.
Coat
Woolly, semi-rough textured coat of tight ring curls with visible undercoat, waterproof; felted hair must be removed periodically and the clipped coat must not exceed two to three centimetres. Off-white solid, white with brown or orange patches, orange or brown roan, brown in various shades, or orange; some dogs have a brown mask and tan markings are allowed.
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