Lagotto Romagnolo is a dog that has been specially bred to find truffles on all kinds of terrain. It is the only breed in the world specialized in tracking down this special tuber. A typical water dog of small-medium size, it is a light mesomorph with a rather stocky trunk. Its general appearance is rustic, strong and well-porportioned and its utility as a working dog is immediately obvious. The expression is one of attentiveness, intelligence and vivacity. The Lagotto works enthusiastically and efficiently, making the most of its inherent search-and-find skills and excellent sense of smell. The hunting instinct has been suppressed for so long that its not distracted by game. An affectionate animal, it forms a close bond with its owner and also makes a fine, easy-to-train companion.
Below is a clip from Animal Planet’s Dogs 101 show about Lagottos
http://animal.discovery.com/videos/dogs-101-lagotto-romagnolo.html – a better quality video straight from the source.
