Upholding breed standards
Montagnadel Mare is a Lagotto Romagnolo kennel of the highest repute. Therese Williams is acutely aware of the importance of upholding breed standards for both health and temperament.A top of the line kennel is available for the dogs, but they spend most of their time as pets cuddling next to the family. (Dawn Meiklejohn, Oregon Truffle Feasts)
Lagotto Romagnolo – Breed Standard
General Appearance Small to medium-sized dog, well proportioned, powerfully built, of a rustic appearance, with a dense, curly coat of woolly texture. The dog should give the impression that he has the strength and endurance to work all day in difficult and...
Early Spay Neuter: 3 Reasons To Reconsider
By Dana Scott The topic of spay/neuter is emotionally charged for many pet owners. It’s become the “responsible” thing to do and we commonly hear of the benefits of this surgery but rarely the risks. And when savvy pet owners avoid early spay/neuter (or forego it...
The Tail of the Short-Coat
A Breeders Story–by Therese Williams I am generally a well-planned and organized person. I like some order in my life, to some extent anyway. I have always been in management positions, so I must also like to have some degree of control (at least my husband tells me I...
Living with the Lagotto Romagnolo
Hey, what kind of dog is that?” “Thank you for asking, It is a Lagotto Romagnolo.” “A what? I thought it might be some kind of doodle.” These are the daily conversations of anyone that owns a Lagotto Romagnolo. A Little Histoy The Lagotto Romagnolo in fact, is a very...
How to Identify a Good Dog Breeder
Tips from The Humane Society of the United States Look for a breeder who at a minimum: Keeps her dogs in the home and as part of the family--not outside in kennel runs. Has dogs who appear happy and healthy, are excited to meet new people, and don't shy away from...