Spinone Italiano
Also called Bracco Spinoso, Italian Coarsehaired Pointer, Italian Griffon, Italian Spinone and Italian Wirehaired Pointer
- Great with kids
- Loves other dogs
- Needs space
The Spinone Italiano is a large breed of gun dog that originated in Italy. It is a powerful and athletic breed, with a thick, wiry coat. Its head is large and round, with small, erect ears. Its legs are strong and muscular, and its tail is usually docked. The Spinone Italiano is an intelligent and loyal breed, and it makes an excellent family pet. It is an active breed, and it needs plenty of exercise and mental stimulation. It is loyal and affectionate, and it enjoys spending time with its family.
- Weight
- 62–82 lb (28–37 kg)
- Height at the shoulder
- 23–28 in (58–70 cm)
- Life span
- 12–14 years
- Exercise
- About 75 minutes a day
- Coat
- Medium, Wire
- Origin
- Piedmont, Italy (17th century or earlier)
Traits
Family and friends
- Children: Great with children
- Other dogs: Great with other dogs
- Strangers: Friendly with strangers
Home and activity
- Energy: Energetic
- Apartment living: Needs space
- Barking: Barks a little
- Training: Easy to train
Care
- Grooming: Regular brushing
- Shedding: Sheds a little
- Drooling: Drools heavily
Temperament
Affectionate
Docile
Gentle
Loyal
Patient
Sociable
Coat colours
Brown roan, orange roan, solid white, white and brown and white and orange
Males and females
| Measure | Males | Females |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 71–82 lb (32–37 kg) | 62–66 lb (28–30 kg) |
| Height | 24–28 in (60–70 cm) | 23–26 in (58–65 cm) |
Recognized by
American Kennel Club (AKC), Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI), The Kennel Club (UK) (KC) and United Kennel Club (UKC)
Caring for a Spinone Italiano
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Sources
- Official Standard of the Spinone Italiano (AKC) (opens in a new tab)
- FCI Standard No. 165 - Spinone Italiano (opens in a new tab)
- Breed Standards: Spinone Italiano (UKC) (opens in a new tab)
- Italian Breed Standard - Italian Spinone Club of Great Britain (opens in a new tab)
- Spinone Italiano - Wikipedia (opens in a new tab)
Breed details from The Dog API (opens in a new tab).