Northwest Lagotto
- Lynden, WA
- Responds within a few days
Upcoming litters
Expected Lagotto Romagnolo litter
Due Oct. 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Mark N., the breeder behind Northwest Lagotto located in Lynden, WA. Northwest Lagotto breeds Lagotto Romagnolo from Italian champion bloodlines in Lynden, Washington. Every litter is raised under the full Puppy Culture protocol from day three. All breeding adults carry complete CHIC health certification. Families are matched through conversation, not applications.
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?
Italian champion bloodlines imported from Il Granaio Dei Malatesta. Full CHIC certification on every breeding adult. Full Puppy Culture protocol from day three through placement. Puppies matched to families through temperament assessment, not first-come first-served. 1-2 litters per year. Lifetime return policy. Written health guarantee.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.
Blue Collar
Went homeMale
Pink Collar
Went homeFemale
White Orange Girl
Went homeFemale
Brown Collar
Went homeFemale
Orange Collar
Went homeMale
Green Collar
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 6
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
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, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.
Mark partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 6 weeks old.
“Puppy Matching Policy At Northwest Lagotto, puppies are not chosen - they are matched. Every family on our waitlist begins with a conversation about their home, their lifestyle, their experience with dogs, and what they are hoping for in a companion. We take time to get to know each family before a litter arrives. On the puppy side, we spend the weeks between birth and placement observing each puppy's emerging personality - who is bold, who is thoughtful, who seeks people out, who is content to explore independently. By the time placements are made, we have a clear picture of each puppy as an individual. We bring these two pictures together and make the match ourselves. Temperament compatibility is always the primary consideration - the right fit between a puppy's character and a family's life is what produces the dog our families describe in their testimonials. Sex preference is taken into account wherever the temperament match allows. Color preference is noted but carries the least weight in our decision - a puppy placed in the wrong home because of coat color serves nobody well. Families trust us to make this call, and we take that trust seriously.”
Price
“Price depends on placement: $6,500 for a companion puppy, $5,000 for a puppy going into a breeding program. 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.
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What's included
From Good Dog
- Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
- 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
- Puppy Training Program & private community
Enrichment & socialization
- Various sounds
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Socialized in new places
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Microchip
Extras
- Initial potty training
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Mark.
Breeder's location
Meet in Lynden, WA
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Seattle–Tacoma Airport
More about Mark
Club memberships
Mark is a member of Lagotto Club of America and akc.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..
Mark has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years
Mark was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Mark is a trusted Good Dog breeder
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
Mousse, dad
Lagotto Romagnolo
About Mousse
Mousse is a white and brown male with outstanding structure, balanced proportions, and fluid, effortless movement. He represents the classic Lagotto Romagnolo type we value in our breeding program - athletic, well-built, and naturally elegant while remaining sturdy and functional. Beyond his physical qualities, Mousse is known for his exceptionally gentle spirit. He has an affectionate disposition and a calm, easy-going energy that makes him a joy to live with. Mousse forms strong bonds with people and naturally seeks connection, greeting family and visitors alike with warmth and quiet confidence. He carries the hallmark intelligence of the Lagotto breed while maintaining a relaxed, cooperative temperament. Mousse is attentive, responsive, and content to be part of whatever his family is doing - whether that's exploring outdoors or simply relaxing together at home. As a stud, Mousse contributes excellent structure, balanced movement, and the steady temperament we believe is essential in the breed. His puppies consistently inherit his affectionate nature, gentle personality, and strong connection to their families. Mousse is a wonderful example of the Lagotto Romagnolo: sound in body, kind in spirit, and deeply devoted to the people around him.
Tia, mom
Lagotto Romagnolo
About Tia
Tia is a brown roan female, three years old, and one of the most complete Lagotto Romagnolo we have produced at Northwest Lagotto. Adventurous and confident in the field, affectionate and settled in the home - she is exactly the dog this breed is meant to be. She works with the focused intensity of a dog who takes her nose seriously, and comes off the field and folds herself onto the couch without missing a beat. Playful, people-oriented, and steady in temperament. She is the kind of dog that makes you understand why people fall so hard for this breed. Tia is fully health tested: OFA hips and elbows, OFA eyes, and clear on the full Lagotto genetic panel including BFJE and LSD. Every puppy raised at Northwest Lagotto is born into the Puppy Culture protocol - neurological stimulation, early shaping work, and manding established before they leave us. Families receive lifetime breeder support and full health documentation.
Blanca, mom
Lagotto Romagnolo
About Blanca
Blanca, registered Gillenias Elizabeth (AKC SS22344401, CHIC 220642), was whelped July 8, 2020, and bred by Anna Peterson at the Gillenias kennel in Sweden. She is the dam of our autumn 2026 litter. Her pedigree runs through Scandinavian lines assembled in parallel to the Italian mainstream rather than derived from it, reaching back through the Dutch Rozebottel line of Katrien van Gemert, one of the first breeders to win at Crufts with a Lagotto Romagnolo. Her documented pedigree coefficient of inbreeding is 0.65 percent, low for a working pedigree in this breed. She is CHIC certified, with OFA hips Good at 25 months, elbows and patellas Normal, cardiac Basic and normal, and eyes CAER normal as of April 2026. She is clear of BFJE and carries a single copy of Lagotto Storage Disease, which has no health consequence for her and is simply managed in any pairing. Blanca is calm, curious, and deeply bonded, with no anxiety, sharpness, or instability in the years we have lived with her. It is the temperament we breed for in every puppy that carries our name.
Ginger, mom
Lagotto Romagnolo
About Ginger
Ginger is one of the foundational females in our breeding program at Northwest Lagotto. She embodies the classic qualities that make the Lagotto Romagnolo such an extraordinary companion—intelligence, warmth, and a joyful spirit that seems to brighten every space she enters. With her rich, curly coat and expressive eyes, Ginger has the unmistakable look of a true Lagotto. More importantly, she possesses the temperament we value most in the breed. She is affectionate and deeply people-oriented, forming strong bonds with her family while remaining gentle and patient with children. Ginger is confident but not dominant, playful yet calm in the home, and highly intuitive to the moods of those around her. True to the breed’s heritage, Ginger shows excellent scenting instincts and curiosity about the world. She loves exploring the outdoors, using her nose, and engaging in mentally stimulating activities. At the same time, she settles beautifully indoors and enjoys nothing more than being close to her people. As a brood female, Ginger contributes more than just beautiful puppies—she passes along the balanced temperament, intelligence, and loving nature that define the Lagotto Romagnolo. Her litters are known for their friendly personalities, trainability, and strong connection to their families. Ginger represents exactly what we strive for in our breeding program: healthy, well-structured Lagotto with exceptional character who will thrive as beloved members of their forever homes.
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.
Parent health 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.
DNA Disease Panel, Lagotto Storage Disease (LSD), Benign Familial Juvenile Epilepsy (BFJE)
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).
