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southtexas · 28 April 2020, 01:15 AM

After losing both our lab and pug about 2 years ago, our family is ready to add a new family member.

My wife and child are both highly allergic to basically everything (the dogs predated them both ;)). We’ve done a lot of research and it seems like a lagotto is a good fit for our family. This choice was made before we realized how hard they are to find!

Can anyone give me feedback on this breed, or other medium sized hypoallergenic breeds we should consider. We aren’t really interested in doodles.

Thanks!

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Dr. Robert · 28 April 2020, 01:19 AM

How about a Portuguese Water Dog? I have allergies & love dogs, PWDs are a great breed, people loving, affectionate, loyal, fun loving. I was owned by a PWD for 14 years.
Best dog ever!

Blansky · 28 April 2020, 01:21 AM

Most terriers don't shed.

Ours are Sealyhams, but there are Jack Russells, Miniature Schnauzers, Wire Fox Terriers, Fox Terriers, Airedale lots of different ones.....

andyxxx · 28 April 2020, 01:50 AM

I had never heard of a lagotto romagnolo.

A Bedlington may be a good alternative choice (you don’t have to clip them like the show dogs) and when left to grow naturally look a lot more like the dog you mention, but they're not as big.

Jack Russels moult. We have a J Russel/poodle cross (Jackapoo) which are supposed to not moult – it does.

larryccf · 28 April 2020, 01:59 AM

only suggestion i'll offer is to make sure to pick the dog out of the litter in person, ie see how the dog's parents act, in terms are they calm, obedient, friendly etc, and making sure the pup is healthy

i bought one bird dog puppy from a breeder over the phone had the dog flown in and it came with kennel cough, which it gave to my other two dogs...

but if your concern is shedding, a vizsla or wiemaraner is what i'd look a) very short haired, very intelligent and very human oriented b) and especially important much easier to find

hope that helps some

Dr. Robert · 28 April 2020, 02:34 AM

My best friend, she was a great dog! I miss her more than I miss being 10 years old.
Portuguese water dog

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austinp · 28 April 2020, 05:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Dr. Robert

My best friend, she was a great dog! I miss her more than I miss being 10 years old.
Portuguese water dog

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What a face on that pup! So expressive! I bet she was a great companion. Dogs are the best.

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Pw92676 · 1 August 2020, 10:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Dr. Robert

My best friend, she was a great dog! I miss her more than I miss being 10 years old.
Portuguese water dog

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Beautiful.

Cru Jones · 28 April 2020, 06:10 AM

Yes, our Obi will be 2 in July. We got him because my eldest has strong allergies, and he has had no issues with him.

I’d share a photo, but I’ve reached my monthly Tapatalk limit and can’t figure out how to resize photos to upload directly to the forum.

brandrea · 28 April 2020, 06:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Cru Jones

Yes, our Obi will be 2 in July. We got him because my eldest has strong allergies, and he has had no issues with him.

I’d share a photo, but I’ve reached my monthly Tapatalk limit and can’t figure out how to resize photos to upload directly to the forum.

Would love to see it.

I’m in the same boat ... Tapatalk limit out here

Cru Jones · 29 April 2020, 09:55 PM

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Originally Posted by brandrea

Would love to see it.

I’m in the same boat ... Tapatalk limit out here

Dr. Robert · 30 April 2020, 04:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Cru Jones

Beautiful pooch!

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southtexas · 2 May 2020, 10:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Cru Jones

What a beauty! Any specifics about your dog’s demeanor and behavior?

Cru Jones · 2 May 2020, 04:52 PM

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Originally Posted by southtexas

What a beauty! Any specifics about your dog’s demeanor and behavior?

Thanks. He’s really great with my kids (including the little one, who can be physical with him and act unexpectedly), but needs time to adjust to others. He’s loving, and also very protective (barking). He needs quite a bit of stimulation and activity, and doesn’t like to be “left out”. He trains well, but neither me nor my wife are good at training (neither of us had a dog before, so we need training, too, LOL). He’s the worst at playing fetch (he doesn’t get the concept), but he loves to run around outside.

As for allergies, neither me nor my eldest have any issues with him.

cruise_bone · 2 August 2020, 12:45 AM

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Beautiful dog. What's the Breed? Is that a PWD? If so, I've never seen that coloring before.

My next dog is likely a Frenchie, but the PWD is a stunning option as well! Your's may soon be added to the list after a little research.

Chewbacca · 28 April 2020, 07:56 AM

Nice dogs.

(Sound like an internet watch brand)

bdex75 · 28 April 2020, 10:14 AM

If it is a allergy issue something as simple as a standard poodle would work. We have one that is 55 lbs that we rescued. Also have a 55lb AussieDoodle that we rescued. She does not shed either. I have allergy issues with animals and have no issues with these two ladies.

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East Bay Rider · 28 April 2020, 10:24 AM

Perpetually happy dog.

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

bellesdad0417 · 28 April 2020, 09:40 PM

If you don't like doodles (I don't either) why don't you just get a poodle either standard or miniature?

datejustrms · 29 April 2020, 04:38 AM

Cairn Terrier is a good option. This guy is a big dog in a smaller dogs body.

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Tommyk · 29 April 2020, 04:14 PM

My neighbors across the street have one. Its very friendly and plays with one of my dogs (lab) My Mastiff and King Charles cav dont get along with other dogs sadly. Ive had 2 Labs and the Lagotto reminds me a lot of a Lab but with out the childish behavior. They like having a job, playing with the family and overall have a good attitude. Having space seams to be an important aspect in this dogs behavior. Now i beleive that every dog has their own personality, while others are bread to carry certain personality traits. The trait i see them having over the lab is a more serious demeanor. Not saying it wont play, but its just not a goof ball 24/7 like a lab.
No idea if this helps

austinp · 30 April 2020, 03:32 AM

Golden Doodle checks all the boxes. This is my buddy Marley.

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Dr. Robert · 30 April 2020, 04:31 AM

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Golden Doodle checks all the boxes. This is my buddy Marley.

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Beautiful pooch!

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A.I. · 5 August 2020, 07:29 AM

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Golden Doodle checks all the boxes. This is my buddy Marley.

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Downward dog?

Great pic.

M45 · 30 April 2020, 03:53 AM

There's no such thing as a hypoallergenic dog.

And people who are allergic to cats and dogs can also be allergic to the proteins in their saliva that they deposit when they lick their coats.

Research everything well before taking in and having to give up an animal.

Dr. Robert · 30 April 2020, 04:33 AM

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Originally Posted by M45

There's no such thing as a hypoallergenic dog.

And people who are allergic to cats and dogs can also be allergic to the proteins in their saliva that they deposit when they lick their coats.

Research everything well before taking in and having to give up an animal.

True, I have bad allergies, that being said: poodles, bichons, schnauzers & portuguese water dogs do not bother me at all. I was owned by schnauzer s & pwds. My sister had bichons & poodles, no problems.

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superdog · 1 August 2020, 05:42 PM

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Originally Posted by M45

There's no such thing as a hypoallergenic dog.

And people who are allergic to cats and dogs can also be allergic to the proteins in their saliva that they deposit when they lick their coats.

Research everything well before taking in and having to give up an animal.

Must agree.

I’m allergic to dogs. I have three. They sleep with us. Two are “hypoallergenic”.

Every single time I touch any of them, I need to wash my hands. If I don’t, I break out in hives and have other reactions such as my eyes itch and swell.

At times, they set of my asthma pretty badly. I keep an inhaler on me at all times.

It’s still worth it. I love my babies.

DonRickles · 1 August 2020, 09:03 PM

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Must agree.

I’m allergic to dogs. I have three. They sleep with us. Two are “hypoallergenic”.

Every single time I touch any of them, I need to wash my hands. If I don’t, I break out in hives and have other reactions such as my eyes itch and swell.

At times, they set of my asthma pretty badly. I keep an inhaler on me at all times.

It’s still worth it. I love my babies.

Same for me and cats. Of course we have cats in our home!

superdog · 1 August 2020, 10:07 PM

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Same for me and cats. Of course we have cats in our home!

Cats I’m even worse.

It’s horrible.

In my single days, I slept a girls house that had a cat. Almost died from one night. No joke. I had fluid in my lungs for days and my lips and ears swelled up like crazy.

That pussycat was not worth it.

1st amg · 1 August 2020, 10:21 PM

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Cats I’m even worse.

It’s horrible.

In my single days, I slept a girls house that had a cat. Almost died from one night. No joke. I had fluid in my lungs for days and my lips and ears swelled up like crazy.

That pussycat was not worth it.

Sounds like a night to remember!! Need more details

28 April 2020, 01:15 AM	#1
southtexas 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Great State of TX Posts: 5,785	Any lagotto romagnolo dog owners here? After losing both our lab and pug about 2 years ago, our family is ready to add a new family member. My wife and child are both highly allergic to basically everything (the dogs predated them both ;)). We’ve done a lot of research and it seems like a lagotto is a good fit for our family. This choice was made before we realized how hard they are to find! Can anyone give me feedback on this breed, or other medium sized hypoallergenic breeds we should consider. We aren’t really interested in doodles. Thanks! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Forty six & 2 are just ahead of me. Follow me on Instagram @ccrolex

28 April 2020, 01:19 AM	#2
Dr. Robert "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: U.S.A. Watch: 1655 Posts: 65,347	How about a Portuguese Water Dog? I have allergies & love dogs, PWDs are a great breed, people loving, affectionate, loyal, fun loving. I was owned by a PWD for 14 years. Best dog ever! __________________ Founder & Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

28 April 2020, 02:34 AM	#6
Dr. Robert "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: U.S.A. Watch: 1655 Posts: 65,347	My best friend, she was a great dog! I miss her more than I miss being 10 years old. Portuguese water dog Sent from my SM-G973U using Tapatalk __________________ Founder & Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

28 April 2020, 10:24 AM	#18
East Bay Rider "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Bill Location: East Bay RI Watch: GMT-II 16710LN Posts: 12,102	Perpetually happy dog. Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier __________________ I bought a cheap watch from the crazy man Floating down canal It doesn't use numbers or moving hands It always just says "now" Now you may be thinking that I was had But this watch is never wrong And if I have trouble the warranty said Breathe In, Breathe Out, Move On J. Buffett Instagram: eastbayrider46

28 April 2020, 01:21 AM	#3
Blansky 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: swmnpoolsmovie* Posts: 9,893	Most terriers don't shed. Ours are Sealyhams, but there are Jack Russells, Miniature Schnauzers, Wire Fox Terriers, Fox Terriers, Airedale lots of different ones.....

28 April 2020, 01:50 AM	#4
andyxxx "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Real Name: Andy Location: England Watch: with confusion Posts: 626	I had never heard of a lagotto romagnolo. A Bedlington may be a good alternative choice (you don’t have to clip them like the show dogs) and when left to grow naturally look a lot more like the dog you mention, but they're not as big. Jack Russels moult. We have a J Russel/poodle cross (Jackapoo) which are supposed to not moult – it does.

28 April 2020, 01:59 AM	#5
larryccf "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: richmond, va Posts: 541	only suggestion i'll offer is to make sure to pick the dog out of the litter in person, ie see how the dog's parents act, in terms are they calm, obedient, friendly etc, and making sure the pup is healthy i bought one bird dog puppy from a breeder over the phone had the dog flown in and it came with kennel cough, which it gave to my other two dogs... but if your concern is shedding, a vizsla or wiemaraner is what i'd look a) very short haired, very intelligent and very human oriented b) and especially important much easier to find hope that helps some

28 April 2020, 06:10 AM	#9
Cru Jones 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: CET Posts: 35,558	Yes, our Obi will be 2 in July. We got him because my eldest has strong allergies, and he has had no issues with him. I’d share a photo, but I’ve reached my monthly Tapatalk limit and can’t figure out how to resize photos to upload directly to the forum.

28 April 2020, 07:56 AM	#16
Chewbacca Banned Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: CJ Location: Kashyyyk Watch: Kessel Run Chrono Posts: 21,110	Nice dogs. (Sound like an internet watch brand)

28 April 2020, 10:14 AM	#17
bdex75 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Brandon Location: Indianapolis Watch: my money vanish Posts: 8,505	If it is a allergy issue something as simple as a standard poodle would work. We have one that is 55 lbs that we rescued. Also have a 55lb AussieDoodle that we rescued. She does not shed either. I have allergy issues with animals and have no issues with these two ladies. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

28 April 2020, 09:40 PM	#19
bellesdad0417 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Real Name: David Location: GA Watch: 214270 SD43 Posts: 2,179	If you don't like doodles (I don't either) why don't you just get a poodle either standard or miniature?

29 April 2020, 04:38 AM	#20
datejustrms "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: USA Watch: Rolex Posts: 2,799	Cairn Terrier is a good option. This guy is a big dog in a smaller dogs body. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

29 April 2020, 04:14 PM	#21
Tommyk "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: Tom Location: SoCal South O.C. Posts: 162	My neighbors across the street have one. Its very friendly and plays with one of my dogs (lab) My Mastiff and King Charles cav dont get along with other dogs sadly. Ive had 2 Labs and the Lagotto reminds me a lot of a Lab but with out the childish behavior. They like having a job, playing with the family and overall have a good attitude. Having space seams to be an important aspect in this dogs behavior. Now i beleive that every dog has their own personality, while others are bread to carry certain personality traits. The trait i see them having over the lab is a more serious demeanor. Not saying it wont play, but its just not a goof ball 24/7 like a lab. No idea if this helps

30 April 2020, 03:32 AM	#22
austinp "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: us Posts: 3,419	Golden Doodle checks all the boxes. This is my buddy Marley. Sent from my SM-G935P using Tapatalk

30 April 2020, 03:53 AM	#25
M45 Banned Join Date: Jun 2019 Location: East Bay Area Posts: 551	There's no such thing as a hypoallergenic dog. And people who are allergic to cats and dogs can also be allergic to the proteins in their saliva that they deposit when they lick their coats. Research everything well before taking in and having to give up an animal.

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