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When my husband (Simon) and I (Nicky) sold our tech company in 2021 we also made a lifestyle change and moved from Wellington City to acreage in the Wairarapa.

I wanted land for practising dog sports and to establish a breeding kennel. I was lucky enough to chance upon the Lagotto Romagnolo breed in 2019 and acquired my darling Amico in 2020. From then I was smitten with this breed and I am keen to promote them being used more in dog sports.

We have 5 Lagotti (Amico, Rosie, Hydi, Bacci and Billy) plus 2 Schnoodles (Cooper & Piper).

Our property has a beautiful small villa (having been sympathetically extended from the original cottage which dates back to the 1920s) which is named 'Rose Cottage'. As a nod to this the name 'Rosa Casa' was chosen for the kennels.

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PUPPY NEWS

Hydi and Billy became parents to 8 gorgeous puppies on 25 Feb 2026 and all have homes

To secure a puppy from a future litter, register now or keep an eye on our facebook page for updates.

News at Rosa Casa
Litter Plans
Josie R Apr 2026

"Have I mentioned lately how much of a sweetheart Aria is? You've done an amazing job with these pups!"

Wellington Canine Obedience Club Feb 2026

"I am teaching a lagotto from you. An amazing, well rounded confident young dog. Knows when to to stop playing and focus. Well done!"

Alana O May 2025

From Aggie's Daycare - "Super confident, respectful of other dogs - this is incredibly well reflective of her breeder. It's not often we have pups come in as happy-go-lucky as her"

Peta B Mar 2025

You're an amazing dog breeder Nicky - light years ahead of the kennel where we purchased our 2 Goldies. So, a huge thank you to you and Simon, we feel extremely fortunate to have Gracie as part of our family.

Yanna P Apr 2025
You've done an amazing job making this doggie such a delight - I'm so impressed seeing her with other dogs. Pity that most dogs are not at all sociable. She's very brave and I'm a proud mummy when I see her with others.
Jane B Feb 2025

You SO deserve what you have achieved to date … Your ‘parenting’ of Hydi and the pups has been exemplary; thanks so much for setting things up to be a ‘win’ all-round.

Nicky's Canine CV

  • Compete in Obedience, Rally-O and Breed Confirmation
  • Rally-O trainer at Wairarapa Dog Training Club
  • Committee member at Wairarapa Dog Training Club
  • Obedience Show Secretary at Wairarapa Dog Training Club
  • Obedience steward (Central Region)
  • Past obedience trainer at Wellington Canine Obedience Club
    (domestic, CGC and competition obedience)
  • Life member of Wellington Canine Obedience Club

OUR DOGS

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GALLERY

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BREED INFO

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BREED HISTORY

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BREED HEALTH

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RosaCasa Lagotto Romagnolo
822 Chester Road
RD 1
Carterton 5791, NZ

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