Low-shedding, curly coat
A dense, wool-like curl that sheds very little. Regular grooming keeps this distinctive coat healthy and mat-free.
Solgaard Farms · Oregon Coastal Farm
Alsea LagottosItalian truffle dogs, raised on an Oregon coastal farm.
Alsea Lagottos raises AKC and FCI registered Lagotto Romagnolo puppies from Italian Vicale and Alsea bloodlines on an organic coastal farm in Waldport, Oregon. One to two litters a year, each puppy placed from our waitlist with a family we get to know.
After decades breeding and showing AKC Chihuahuas, Standard Poodles, and Oorang Airedales, Karen Kennedey launched the Lagotto program in 2019.
Karen Kennedy · (541) 563-3006 · voice calls first, then text
DNA-tested parents/Vicale & Alsea bloodlines/AKC + FCI registered/One to two litters a year
Meet the Lagotto Romagnolo
The breedThe Lagotto Romagnolo comes from the Romagna region of Italy, where it worked the marshes as a water retriever and truffle hunter before becoming the country's truffle hunting dog. That history produced a rare combination: a keen nose, a quick mind, and a deep attachment to its people.
Built for scent work
Italy's truffle dog brings a keen nose, a quick mind, and a love of work. Affectionate and eager to learn, they thrive in active homes.
Registered lines
Italian Vicale and Alsea bloodlines. We raise one to two litters a year, with time for every puppy.
- Origin
- Romagna, Italy
- AKC group
- Sporting
- Size
- Roughly 24–35 lbs
- Best for
- Active homes, close companionship
Meet the parents
Vicale & Alsea bloodlinesCarlos Vicale
Carlos carries the ENCI registry from the famous Italian Vicale bloodline, now with the AKC added.
Lina II
Lina II is registered with both the FCI and the AKC. Our pairings bring together Vicale and our own Alsea bloodlines.
Decades of dogs before Lagottos15 yrs 15 yrs 30 yrs 2019
AKC Chihuahuas
Fifteen years breeding and showing.
AKC Standard Poodles
Fifteen years breeding, showing, and handling.
Oorang Airedales
Thirty years breeding, showing, and handling, with international showings in the USA.
AKC Lagottos
Breeding and training the Alsea Lagotto program ever since.
Health on paper
Our breeding dogs are DNA tested and clear for more than 220 inherited conditions covered by their panel. DNA testing does not rule out every health concern. Ask Karen about the parents' test reports and any available hip, patella, and eye evaluations.
Ask about the parentsSolgaard Farms · Waldport, Oregon
Life on the farm
Our puppies grow up across 20+ acres of organic Oregon coastal farmland, close to the people who raise them. We keep our program small, with Italian Vicale and Alsea bloodlines and opportunities to explore the world through their noses.
Food from the farm
Home-cooked meat, organic vegetables, and fresh goat milk from the farm. Their mothers wean them naturally, each puppy when it is ready.
Daily forest walks
Puppies walk the forest with us every day, discovering the scents and textures of the Oregon coast.
Started on truffles
Some puppies are started on truffle scent before they go home. Ask Karen about started puppies when you apply.
Application & waitlist
How to bring home an Alsea Lagotto
We match puppies to homes, not the other way around. Call Karen and tell her about your household, your daily routine, and what you hope for in a dog. She answers by text after your first voice call.
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Reach out
Call Karen at (541) 563-3006 with a few lines about your home, schedule, and experience. Voice calls first; text after we've talked.
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We talk
A phone conversation to explore whether the breed is right for your home. Karen answers by text after your first voice call.
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Join the waitlist
Talk through upcoming litters, timing, and the next steps with Karen. We match each puppy to the household it suits.
Current & upcoming litters
Join the waitlistA Lagotto worth the wait
We raise one to two litters a year. Puppies are $3,000, with a $500 deposit to join the waitlist. The deposit can be refundable — Karen will walk you through the terms, current availability, and upcoming litter plans.
Questions we hear most
Do Lagotti shed?
They shed very little, but no dog is allergen free. Their curly coat needs regular trimming and care. Ask about spending time with our adult dogs before you commit.
How many litters a year?
We keep it small — one to two litters each year, with close attention to every puppy.
Can I come visit the farm?
Contact Karen to discuss meeting the dogs here on our 20+ acre farm in Waldport, Oregon.
How much is a puppy, and how long is the wait?
Puppies are $3,000, with a $500 deposit to reserve your place on the waitlist. The deposit can be refundable — ask Karen about the terms and the expected wait for an upcoming litter.
Are Lagotti good with children and other pets?
A well-socialized Lagotto can be a playful family companion. We discuss your children, other pets, and daily routine to match each puppy's temperament to your household.
How much grooming and exercise do they need?
The curly coat needs regular trimming. Active days, scent games, swimming, and work for their nose help keep a Lagotto engaged. Discuss your routine with Karen.
Can my puppy learn to hunt truffles?
Yes. The Pacific Northwest has native truffles, and some of our puppies are started on truffle scent before they leave the farm. Ask Karen about started puppies.
What if we live far away?
Puppies are not shipped on commercial planes. Travel home is arranged by each puppy's new family — car pickups are the most common, and a farm stay can be arranged around pickup.
When can I meet a puppy?
Ask Karen about upcoming litters, the waitlist, and visit timing when you get in touch.