Unfortunately, the Cursset is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Lagotto Romagnolos are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Active
Protective
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Gentle
Tempered
Kind
Sweet
Tenacious
Trainable
Fearless

Cheerful
Loving
Trainable
Intelligent
Loyal
Social

Curssets are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Lagotto Romagnolos are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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ancient times

Brown

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown
Isabella

Brown
Black
Fawn
Brindle

Brown
Brown
Cream
Fawn
Pied
Sable

Straight

Curly

A Cursset can have a litter of 5-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Lagotto Romagnolo can have a litter of 14-16 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Curssets are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Lagotto Romagnolos have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Usually A Very Healthy Breed
Lysosomal Storage Disease

None

Cerebellar Abiotrophy

Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
Optical Examination

Blood
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Curssets have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Lagotto Romagnolos sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Cursset, it's at least 11 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Lagotto Romagnolo, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Curssets usually need at least 50 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Lagotto Romagnolos usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Cursset has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Lagotto Romagnolos have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Ideally, Cursset should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

In general Lagotto Romagnolo should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 45-95 pound (20 - 43 kg) Cursset feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 28-35 pound (13 - 16 kg) Lagotto Romagnolo feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Cursset is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Lagotto Romagnolo is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Cursset is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Lagotto Romagnolo is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Lagotto Romagnolos have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

The Cursset is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Lagotto Romagnolos are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Curssets are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Lagotto Romagnolos are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Curssets are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Lagotto Romagnolos are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Curssets are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Lagotto Romagnolos are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Curssets are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Lagotto Romagnolos are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.