Lagotto Romagnolo

The Lagotto Romagnolo, also known as the Italian Water Dog and Romagna Water Dog, was originally bred to hunt ducks and other waterfowl during the 17th Century and is believed to be the oldest of all water dog breeds. Roughly translated, Lagotto Romagnolo means "lake dog from Romagna", the Northern Italian region from which they hail. They are considered a hypoallergenic breed and make a wonderful choice for owners who suffer from allergies.