Welcome to the Lagotto Romagnolo Club of Great Britain
Founded in 1996 when the Lagotto Romagnolo was scarcely known outside of its native Italy, the LRCGB is proud not only to have established the breed in the UK but also to have pioneered the introduction of Lagotto worldwide.
We strive to ensure the breeding of dogs true to type and sound in temperament and health, following a strict code of ethics to protect and – where possible – improve the health and genetic diversity of the Lagotto. Within our breed, we are recognised worldwide for having a strong history as leaders and supporters of genetic research.
Whilst respecting the traditional work of the Lagotto as an ancient breed of duck retriever, we promote its role as a gundog – on land and in water – and honour its function as a specialised truffle dog. We show our dogs, and the breed’s versatility is further demonstrated by its involvement and success in many areas – agility, rally and obedience to name a few, added to which Lagotto make an excellent family pet. Please take a look through our website to find out more about the breed and about our Club.
We are here to support and help our owners, prospective owners and breeders by providing advice and guidance on all matters ‘Lagotto’. We hope you will join us at our events throughout the year, and if you need further information or advice, or if you have any questions, please contact us – we’re here to help.
News and Events
Our current and forthcoming Events can be accessed by scrolling through the links below:
SINGLE BREED OPEN SHOW
Saturday, 8 June
Kingston Blount, Oxfordshire
ENTRIES ARE NOW OPEN VIA
HIGHAM PRESS
Closing Dates:
25 May noon (online)
11 May (postal)
LRCGB 2023 YEARBOOK
We are currently putting together our first ever Yearbook, and welcome submissions from our Members on items to be included.
Thanks to Stephanie Shepherd who, together with Lucy Lillicrap and Charlotte Stacey, will be compiling all the detail. Information, including sample layouts, is included on the attached. Please send your submissions to: Stephanie Shepherd
GUNDOG WORKING ASSESSMENT TESTS (INCLUDING WATER)
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WORKING GUNDOG CERTIFICATE TEST ON DUMMIES AVAILABLE
Saturday, 20 April NEW DATE TBA
Midhurst, West Sussex
SCHEDULE/ENTRY FORM WILL BE AVAILABLE SHORTLY
CRUFTS – CONGRATULATIONS!
The Committee of the LRCGB would like to congratulate the Best of Breed and Reserve Best of Breedwinners from Crufts, who were also awarded the first Challenge Certificates for our breed in the UK:
BOB: Rozebottel’s Love of my Life (bred and owned by Katrien van Gemert)and RBOB: Rozebottel’s Love at first Sight (bred by Katrien and owned by Jorisa van Lenthe) – Pictured here with Judge, Espen Engh [Norway]
Congratulations also to Louise Ferguson and Truffalusa November Moon From Mizani (Sage) who was placed 1st in the BASC AOV Sporting Spaniels Class for Working Gundogs (Dog) at Crufts 2024, winning The Sportsman Game Feeds Trophy – a fantastic achievement a year after his sire, Dario Della Caveja (Dario) won the same class and trophy!
WORKING GUNDOG CERTIFICATE AWARDS
Huge Congratulations! to Louise Ferguson,
with Dario Della Caveja (Dario) and
Truffalusa November Moon From Mizani (Sage)
for achieving their KC Working Gundog Certificates on Dummies on 3 September