The Lagotto is a sturdy, small to medium height, hairy dog with a rustic appearance. They are very good watchdogs and make great companions.
This breed is well trained for locating truffles hidden in the ground. With the hunting instinct suppressed, the Lagotto is able to effectively focus on locating the truffles aided by its highly tuned sense of smell. Thanks to its natural intelligence and ease of training this breed is destined for locating truffles.