Mollyrulz Posted February 7, 2012 Share Posted February 7, 2012 What are Lagotto pups like? Are they easy to train?... are they excessive diggers as they are bred to hunt truffles? Just curious as the breed is not that common in Australia but probably growing in popularity ... if I was considering this breed, what to lok forward to and what not to?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlowerProwler Posted February 7, 2012 Share Posted February 7, 2012 I cant help, but you may have some luck in the Lagotto Romagnolo 101 thread, or the Breed Sub Forum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cosmolo Posted February 7, 2012 Share Posted February 7, 2012 Be very careful about timidity. Take your time finding a breeder that you can develop a rapore with and if possible spend some time at a dog show watching the various dogs and the way they behave. I find lagottos to be wonderful to train- but timidity does seem to present as a problem with some. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tintin Jac Posted February 7, 2012 Share Posted February 7, 2012 I agree with Cosmolo re the potential for timidity. Go and visit a couple of breeders if you can or go to shows. Tintin is 3yo now. He has never been a big digger. He has a bit of a go in the sandpit but nothing destructive. I don't think he is difficult to train. He is the most wonderful, gentle dog and is always making us laugh. We were very particular about looking for a breeder and I think that paid off. Good luck with your research. They are awesome dogs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simply Grand Posted February 7, 2012 Share Posted February 7, 2012 I think they are just gorgeous! And I don't have much experience with them, I've met two and both were quite timid, with people and other dogs. Their main focus was their person, so I expect they'd be quite trainable but both were distracted by others nearby so had to sort of move away from everyone else for their owner to get focus. However, that's only short experiences with 2 pups! With the right breeder, the right lines, socialization and training for what you want I expect you could find a great pup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mollyrulz Posted February 8, 2012 Author Share Posted February 8, 2012 Thanks for the in-sight... Food for thought as I prefer a pure-bred compared to a Labradoodle who people tell me look like Lagottos!!! Sounds like no real big issues so I might consider... :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salukifan Posted February 8, 2012 Share Posted February 8, 2012 Thanks for the in-sight... Food for thought as I prefer a pure-bred compared to a Labradoodle who people tell me look like Lagottos!!! Sounds like no real big issues so I might consider... :D I've never seen a 26 inch high wire coated Lagotto. Just sayin'. Lot of variation in your Lab/poodle crosses. You should look at Curly Coated Retrievers too if you like that style of dog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mollyrulz Posted February 8, 2012 Author Share Posted February 8, 2012 No ... Prefer the medium sized lagotto .....Curly coated retrievers are larger in size. My son has a pure bred Lab and he is 32 kgs !! ...lives with us but moving out soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salukifan Posted February 8, 2012 Share Posted February 8, 2012 No ... Prefer the medium sized lagotto .....Curly coated retrievers are larger in size. My son has a pure bred Lab and he is 32 kgs !! ...lives with us but moving out soon. Prepare yourself for a hefty price tag. A sensibly clipped poodle is another option. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ash1 Posted February 8, 2012 Share Posted February 8, 2012 I cant help, but you may have some luck in the Lagotto Romagnolo 101 thread, or the Breed Sub Forum Sorry to hijack, but FlowerProwler, what are the pups in your siggie banner? They are absolutely gorgeous! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3shepherds Posted February 9, 2012 Share Posted February 9, 2012 (edited) I've just finished a puppy socialisation class (as a participant) and there was a Lagotto in the class. I've never come across one before and have to say it was the most aggressive of the eight pups in the class who's ages ranged from 9 - 12 weeks. I think the Lagotto was around 10 weeks, and size-wise was about middling compared to the other pups. Not only was she aggressive with the other dogs - very dominant and vocal including snappy and growling; she was the same with people! The only one she was OK with was the trainer - she probably realised she wouldn't get away with anything there. It may have been the owner who was at fault in that regard, or the daughter who was around 10 or 11 and blew hot and cold with the dog - if you know what I mean. Or it could have been the dog's temperament. I don't know, but it put me off the breed. Not to mention the price they paid! Forgot to add she did seem fairly easy to train though and was pretty focussed - when she wasn't picking fights with the others... Edited February 9, 2012 by 3shepherds Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inevitablue Posted February 9, 2012 Share Posted February 9, 2012 My friend breeds them http://www.incavale.com/ When I see them at show training they are confident, very even tempered dogs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mollyrulz Posted February 9, 2012 Author Share Posted February 9, 2012 Geez ... it could be that the owner has never had a dog before (hence the agression?) ... I trained my son's Lab and he pretty much knows who's the boss and we walk together with other dogs and he has been trained to behave when with other dogs and/or people.... IF I got a Lagotto, I will make sure that it gets the socialisation AND the proper training so it doesn't have these issues .... i guess a dog is as good as it's owner :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salukifan Posted February 9, 2012 Share Posted February 9, 2012 (edited) Geez ... it could be that the owner has never had a dog before (hence the agression?) ... I trained my son's Lab and he pretty much knows who's the boss and we walk together with other dogs and he has been trained to behave when with other dogs and/or people.... IF I got a Lagotto, I will make sure that it gets the socialisation AND the proper training so it doesn't have these issues .... i guess a dog is as good as it's owner :D The overwhelming majority of novice owners don't find themselves with aggressive pups. In a dog that young, I'd say its a temperament issue that no amount of socialisaton and proper training will 'cure'. What people have been saying in this thread is that there ARE temperment issues in this breed (as there are in many breeds) and you need to source a pup carefully. This is also a fairly new breed in Australia so the gene pool might not be as diverse as with some other breeds. This is the reason why you want to meet the mother and ideally the father of the pups AND to see dogs from that breeding outside surroundings they consider familiar. Head straight for the nearest big dog show. Ideally you'll have spoken to someone exhibiting Lagotti who will be expecting you and will show you their dogs. Edited February 9, 2012 by Telida Whippets Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mollyrulz Posted February 9, 2012 Author Share Posted February 9, 2012 As i said, pretty rare breed and hear what you guys are saying re temperament... BUT i don't think there are as many in Brissie for me to meet .... unless someone knows of someone who has one who I can go & meet?? Thanks :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salukifan Posted February 9, 2012 Share Posted February 9, 2012 As i said, pretty rare breed and hear what you guys are saying re temperament... BUT i don't think there are as many in Brissie for me to meet .... unless someone knows of someone who has one who I can go & meet?? Thanks :) The Ekka would be your best bet.. but that's a way off. You may have to travel. I think this is one breed where meeting parents is really important. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dog geek Posted February 10, 2012 Share Posted February 10, 2012 Willow and Moo Dog Grooming in Robina - the owner has a Lagotto, and also a Portugese Water Spaniel, I believe: http://www.willowandmoo.com.au/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tintin Jac Posted February 10, 2012 Share Posted February 10, 2012 Mollyrulz, have sent you a PM. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
megan_ Posted February 10, 2012 Share Posted February 10, 2012 Genetics plays a very big part with respect to neves. You can't sociise glorify out of a dog. Given they are a rare breed in Australia there is a very limited gene pool from which to breed. If I was to get one I'd make sure to see both parents and bring something novel along to see how they react. I've met two and both were very timid and reactive (including one that exploded at someone he knew). Both are owned by very good, experienced owners who have raised other fdogs without these issues. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kavik Posted February 10, 2012 Share Posted February 10, 2012 I've only met one at work. He was a lovely dog temperament wise, though his coat was problematic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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