Breed Profile: Spinone Italano
Spinone Italano - Disposition:
This dog is very powerful and strong and can be used as a hunting dog in any climate or region. The Spinone Italano works hard and plays even harder. There is no problem having kids around this breed, as he is gentle with kids whether he knows them or not. The Spinone will also get along well with other dogs, so if you have a multi-dog household the Spinone will fit right in.
He enjoys being with his 'people' and he is well suited to living in close quarters as he is a quiet dog. It sounds like he could make a good condo or apartment dog. This dog should not be depended up as a guard dog or attack dog. They have demonstrated that they prefer a real hunt compared to a training exercise for hunting, and they know the difference. The Spinone is a great swimmer and ice cold water won't bother him at all.
Spinone Italano - Physical Description:
The Height: 22 ½ to 27 ½ inches
The Weight: 61 to 85 pounds
The Coat: Wiry
The Colors: White, orange and white, orange roan*, white with brown markings.
Note: According to Wikipedia, roan* "Is defined generally as an even mixture of white and pigmented hairs that do not "gray out" or fade as the animal ages."
Spinone Italano - Health Problems:
Hip dysplasia is one thing to be aware of regarding this breed. There is also an inherited disease called Cerebellar Ataxia, which can lead to an abnormal gait.
The dog does require some exercise, but is happy with daily walks and a little exercise. His life expectancy is about 12 years. Grooming is a good brushing weekly. That's easy enough to accomplish!
The Spinone Italano is, as you have probably guessed, is an Italian dog and he is classified as a gun dog. The dog is often referred to as the Italian Pointer and is still Italy 's favorite all-purpose hunting dog.
Whether you want a hunting dog or just a great family dog, the Spinone Italano sounds like a good choice and one that I may be making in the future.
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Published by Abby Greenhill
Abby is a retired Administrative Assistant. She is a pet lover who has many years experience as a dog owner. She loves to take road trips anywhere up and down the East Coast and tries to stay current on ne... View profile
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- He is quiet and loves his "humans".
27 Comments
Post a CommentGreat breed description
What about yellow labs?
Great dogs :)
I love the name of this breed.
I love large dogs. Sounds like a good breed, but I'll take a mix from the Humane Society. :-)
Sounds like a good dog
This is very interesting!! Thanks, Abby!
I haven't heard of this breed. Nice job on this, Abby.
I too have not heard of this breed...but it sounds like one that can keep up with the children.
Great work! Thanks for sharing =0)