I'm Mark N., the breeder behind Northwest Lagotto located in Lynden, WA. Our dogs excel in and out of the show ring. They are excellent representations of the breed with great temperaments. We breed in order to preserve the wonderful attributes of our dogs. We are dedicated to both the health and quality of the breed, it's our goal to pass these traits on to your pup.
Q. & A. with Mark
Why did you start breeding?
I started breeding as a teenager, some 36 years ago. I have always loved dogs, working with them, spending time with them, and just sitting with them. I have found it incredibly rewarding to raise litters of Lagotti. They are a wonder and a joy.
What makes your program special?
Far more than just raising puppies, we drive to instill in your puppy the skills they will need to make wonderful, loving companions for you. We are ethical, active, and involved breeders in good standing with the AKC, the LRCA, and the LagottoFoundation. We produce healthy, unique, top-quality dogs, with a focus on sound temperaments, increased genetic diversity, and disease-free puppies.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include white, sable, orange roan, orange, off-white, brown roan, and brown. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 6
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Mark
Mark has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.
Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and $4,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“All puppies are priced the same. Contact us for a deposit contract via our webpage below
northwestlagotto.”
Contract & health guarantee
Mark may provide a written contract or
health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps
protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you
both have a clear understanding of the terms of your
puppy purchase. If Mark offers a contract
or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them.
If you have any questions or want to know more,
don’t hesitate to reach out to Mark directly.
Northwest Lagotto meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
Responsible breeding practices
Health of breeding dogs and puppies
Puppy environment and enrichment
Buyer education and policies
Parent dogs
Roman, dad
Lagotto Romagnolo
About Roman
Roman is a male Lagotto Romagnolo. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Mark decided to make him part of their program. Mark has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Bonnie, mom
Lagotto Romagnolo
About Bonnie
Bonnie is a female Lagotto Romagnolo. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Mark decided to make her part of their program. Mark has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Northwest Lagotto reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Lagotti Romagnoli.
Hip Dysplasia
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
Cardiac Evaluation (rDVM, not registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).