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Lagotto Romagnolo

Loved by 88% of pet parents

Affectionate, lively, and highly intelligent, the Lagotto Romagnolo thrives as both a devoted family companion and skilled truffle hunter. Curly, hypoallergenic coats add to their unique charm.

Breed Characteristics

Friendliness

Energy

Trainability

Playfulness

Adaptability

Average sizes and life expectancy of the breed.

HEIGHT

43–48 cm (male)

41–46 cm (female)

WEIGHT

13–16 kg (male)

11–14 kg (female)

LIFE EXPECTANCY

12–15 years

Lagotto Romagnolo: Breed snapshot

Everything you need to know about this beloved breed at a glance

Key Breed Characteristics

Kingdom

Animalia

Phylum

Chordata

Class

Mammalia

Order

Carnivora

Family

Canidae

Genus

Canis

Species

Canis lupus familiaris

Diet

Omnivore

"A Lagotto Romagnolo isn't just a pet — they're a loyal companion, a playful friend, and a loving family member all in one."

Temperament & personality

Understanding Lagotto Romagnolo's temperament is key to knowing if they're the right match for your lifestyle.

Personality Overview

The Lagotto Romagnolo is affectionate, alert, and friendly, often forming close bonds with family members. This breed is generally sociable and tends to get along well with children and other pets.

Key Personality Traits

Friendliness

Enjoys people and affectionate with family members

Intelligence

Quick learner, responds well to training

Energy Level

Active and needs regular physical activity

Playfulness

Loves games and interactive activities

Adaptability

Adjusts well to new environments and routines

Strengths

Excellent truffle hunting ability
Highly trainable and eager to please
Generally healthy with few hereditary issues
Good with children and other pets
Low shedding coat suitable for allergy sufferers

Challenges

Requires regular, intensive mental stimulation
Prone to separation anxiety when left alone
Coat needs frequent grooming and maintenance
Strong digging instinct may disrupt gardens
Can be reserved with strangers without socialization

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Intelligence & exercise needs

Lagotto Romagnolos are both highly intelligent and energetic, requiring mental and physical stimulation to thrive.

🧠 Intelligence & training

Trainability

Highly trainable

Overall rating

Known for its keen intelligence and strong work ethic, the Lagotto Romagnolo is highly trainable and quick to learn new commands. Consistent, reward-based training methods are typically effective.

Trainable Tasks:

Truffle hunting training

Scent detection games

Advanced recall commands

Agility course navigation

Water retrieval tasks

Socialization with other dogs

🏃 Exercise & energy levels

Daily Exercise

60–90 minutes daily

recommended per day

The Lagotto Romagnolo has high energy and thrives on regular physical activity and mental stimulation. Daily walks, play, and activities like scent work help meet its exercise and enrichment needs.

Recommended Activities:

Nose work classes

Agility competitions

Daily off-leash runs

Hide-and-seek games

Swimming sessions

Interactive food puzzles

Is this breed right for you?

Lagotto Romagnolos are versatile dogs that adapt well to many lifestyles, but they're not the perfect match for everyone. Here's a quick guide to help you determine if a Lagotto Romagnolo would fit well in your home.