Laggotino Kennels - Roz Rickard and Mio Amore Lagotto - Chris Anctils Trying to sell unregistered Lagotto Romognolo puppies without paperwork or health testing. Tswassen British Columbia and Duncan Britsh Columb Canada
These 'breeders', Roz Rickard of Lagottino Kennels in Tswassen BC Canada and Chris Ancils of Mio Amore Lagotto in Duncan BC Canada tried to sell me a Lagotto Romognolo puppy without CKC registration papers (aka purebred) or any health records on the sire or dame. We gave a deposit on a specific puppy but when told I would not buy the puppy without the paperwork, they lied and said the puppy was no longer available (72hrs before pickup).
And they still want to charge $2500 Cdn for these potentially inbred dogs! Their webisites will make you think they are purebred, health tested dogs. But no paperwork to prove it. lagottinokennels.ca and Mioamorelagotto.ca
Buyers beware: Roz will breed these puppies in her little tiny kitchen and will never respond to any of your requests on registration or health of these puppies. She does nothing for the wellbeing of these puppies except warehouse them in her rundown kitchen - no leash training, crate training or outside grassy areas to become sensitized. She even told me she doesn't take them outside because all the neighbors complain about the barking ( check with the City of Delta to confirm this is true). The SPCA is also very aware of this location.
These 'breeders' are currently in a lawsuit in Missouri (Terra Incognita Kennels) over their sires registration papers and will tell you they are in the right and will win. This is all a lie as they are the ones who breached the contract so they will not win. They will try to get you to their house and will tell you that the paperwork will come later - after you've paid a deposit and show up with your leash and collar (emotional attachment!).
We are the lucky ones who did not get sucked in and scammed by these unethical 'breeders'. We are very thankful and are sad to think this beautiful breed of dog is getting used for profit only, by these people. Every potential pet owner should be dilligent in doing your homework to make sure you are getting what you think you are getting and have proof. Its a very important decision (hopefully 15+years!) and imagine if you got an inbred tempermental sick dog to care for (money and heartache!).
Be aware, do your homework and never get this rare type of dog without CKC registration and health records...its just too rare of a breed and way too risky. Find a CKC registered breeder and rest assured you will get a healthy, happy, socialized puppy.
4 Updates & Rebuttals
Bought From Roz
British Columbia,Canada
This report is untrue
#5Consumer Comment
Fri, June 03, 2022
I purchased my pup Larry from Roz and almost did not because of this false report. Not only was I provided with health records for Larry but Roz has been in constant follow up to ensure that Larry is doing well in our home. It is obvious that she treats these pups s though they are her own children.
I will get my next pup from her without a second thought and hope that this report is removed as it may prevent another dog lover from getting their new best friend from this caring breeder.
Chris
Duncan,British Columbia,
Canada
Vindicated, court case won.
#5REBUTTAL Owner of company
Mon, August 17, 2020
This report is a false claim. Nothing in the report is/was true. The court case against Terra Incognita was settled in favour of Chris Anctil and Roz Rickard. ABSOLUTELY NO ABUSE what so ever was caused to any animal. No dogs have ever been sold without registration papers. No dogs are ever inbred and all health testing and documentation is provided.
As for the rest of this report, the SPCA has never had any dealings with either breeder and all puppies are raised in the house with plenty of access to a safe and enriching outdoor environment. This report should be removed as it is all false, however rippedoff will not remove it no matter how much proof we give them that this is a false report. It's a sad day when someone can post false information about others and there is no way to remove it.
Anonymous
Vancouver,Alabama,
Canada
Completely Opposite Experience
#5Consumer Comment
Fri, September 01, 2017
I purchased a Lagotto puppy from Roz Rickards almost 3 years ago. She does run a small operation out of a small house, however it was evident to me that these dogs are her life and her loves. She only manages one or two litters a year. My puppy was well socialized, crate trained, partially house broken and very happy and healthy when adopted. I had no issue getting all health records, which were offered before I had to ask. This included information on lineage of my dog, and information on hip health, among other information. All shots and health care procedures were up to date. The process to adopt my dog was extremely thorough as Roz had particular requirements as to what settings she would adopt a puppy into. She actually called my references and had thorough conversations with them. When we picked up the puppy he came with an extensive care package including dental care items, hand made safe toys, a comb and dog treats.
To me these do not seem to be the actions of someone who is running a business of inbred dogs looking at ripping off the customers. I was aware of the registration issues with my puppy's sire and that I would not get official registration papers for him, at least initially. I am also aware, based on my research, that her prices for this litter were under value for the breed. As I was adopting a dog to have as a family pet, this was not a concern to me at all. I understand that I may eventually get papers for my dog, but it doesn't really matter to me. As for the price, compared to the astronomical prices being charged from cross breed "designer dogs" the cost of my purebred seemed almost a bargain. As for contentions of inbreeding, I note that no information supporting this was provided by the person who issued the complaint.
Based on the lineage of my dog, I can see that he is not an inbred dog. I have a dog who is robustly healthy, has perfect physical confirmation for the breed. Roz remained in contact with us during the early days with our new puppy to make sure he settled in and to offer any assistance or advice she could. I still occasionally contact her for advice or to update her on how our dog is doing. I had a call from her recently as she had heard that one of the puppies she had adopted out had been hit by a car. She wanted to know if it was my dog, it was not, and wanted to find out whose dog it was to see if she could offer any assistance. I think the Roz I met was not the same Roz described in the negative report. I know that she has turned down people who have applied to adopt a dog from her if she is not satisifed that the dog will go to best of environments.
Lagottino Kennels and Mio Amore Kennels
#5Author of original report
Fri, May 27, 2016
Just want to update the name of the Kennels are:
lagottinokennels.com (Roz Rickars)
mioamorelagottoromagnolo.com (Chris Ancils)
**note- they are still trying to sell unregistered puppies and sadly have more to come**
Anyone looking at this breed needs to do their own research and make sure they are CKC Registered and have all the health check paperwork. DO NOT take their word for it. They are unethical and just trying to make money. Be very aware.