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Group: | Sporting |
Size: | Large |
Life Span: | 10-12 years |
Height: | Male: 23-27 inches |
Female: 22-25 inches | |
Weight: | Male: 70-85 lbs |
Female: 60-75 lbs |
Spinone Italiano Facts
Coat : | Dense, wiry and stiff |
Gait : | Free and tireless |
Color(s) : | White; White with orange or brown; orange roan with or without orange markings; brown roan with or without brown markings |
Living Area : | Any |
Hair Length: | Medium |
Exercise Need : | Daily long walk |
Recognized By : |
(CKC) Canadian Kennel Club (FCI) F�d�ration Cynologique Internationale (AKC) American Kennel Club (KCGB) Kennel Club of Great Britain (CKC) Canadian Kennel Club (NKC) National Kennel Club (NZKC) New Zealand Kennel Club (APRI) America Pet Registry, Inc. (ACR) American Canine Registry (DRA) Dog Registry of America |
Date of Origin : | Ancient |
Place of Origin : | Italy |
Todays Use : | Companion Dog |
Originally Used : | Hunting Dog |
Other Name : | Spinone, Italian Spinone |
Spinone Italiano Information
Spinone Italiano Description:The exact origin of Spinone Italiano is unknown. There are various theories suggesting the origins of this breed. One theory suggests that the breed originated from the now extinct Spanish Pointer. Another theory suggests that the Russian Setter is responsible for the breed, while there is still another theory which suggests that the setter brought to Italy were crossbred with the local variety to give birth to the Spinone. French Pointers are also believed to be responsible for the breed. The breed was primarily used for hunting small game and gets its name from a popular thorn in Italy named “Spino”. Spino is a favorite hiding ground for small game like hare etc. which is not easily accessible for large animals like dogs. The Spinone, with its rough coat, is specialized at hunting small games hidden in these thorns and thus the name. Although it is one of the oldest dog breeds, it was recognized by the AKC only in 2000. |
Spinone Italiano Care & Grooming:The Spinone is an average shedder. Its dense and wiry coat needs minimal grooming. A firm brush once or twice in a week is sufficient to maintain a healthy coat. Hand stripping may be required once in a while to remove the dead hair. It should be bathed regularly and must be dried properly after each bath. Its eyes and ears need to be cleaned regularly to avoid any infection. Its nail and, the hair around ears, eyes and paws should be trimmed regularly. Its beard should be cleaned properly after each meal to remove any food remains. |
Spinone Italiano Health Problems:The Spinone Italiano is prone to some health issues like Cerebellar ataxia, hip Dysplasia, bloat etc. |
Group: | Herding |
Size: | Medium |
Life Span: | 12-14 years |
Height: | Male: 21-22 inches Female: 20-21 inches |
Weight: | Male:50-60 lbs Female: 40-50 lbs |
Color: | Black, blue, brown or fawn, with or withou... |
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