Our names are Jess and Naomi and we are a small hobby breeder of Lagotto Romagnolo in Bendigo, Victoria. In our less-fun real life jobs, we own a bustling café where Naomi is the head chef. Jess is no use in the kitchen, instead working at La Trobe University as an Associate Lecturer in Psychological Science. She is also in the middle of completing her PhD, which focuses on evidence-based companion dog breeding practices for maximizing the chances of successful relationships between dogs and their owners.    We got involved in this unique and rewarding breed nearly a decade ago with our first dog, Charlotte. Since then, we’ve dedicated ourselves to preserving and representing this exceptional breed through our small breeding program, with a focus on temperament, health, conformation, and responsible ownership. Our breeding dogs are beloved members of our family, and their puppies are raised in our home with love and care. Our dogs and their puppies thrive as family companions, excel in the show ring, and succeed in various sports and performance events.