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SPINONE ITALIANO

THIS EASYGOING AND RELAXED COMPANION IS NOT IDEAL FOR HOUSE-PROUD OWNERS AKC

Height range This versatile tracker and retriever from northern Large, round,
23–28 in (58–70 cm) Italy was the region’s most popular hunting breed until the ocher eyes
with kind
Weight range 20th century, and is still worked—its shaggy coat is useful expression
65–85 lb (29–39 kg)
protection in heavy undergrowth. More recently, it has become
Life span 12–13 years a popular companion breed, prized for its gentle temperament
Origin Italy and loyalty. An inclination to move at a slightly slower
pace than many gundogs makes the Spinone Italiano
a comfortable walking companion. This breed is for
those who love the “doggy” nature of dogs: the
Other colors coarse coat may not be high maintenance but
does retain smells, and the breed has a
tendency to drool. Light-colored nose
White Orange roan
Broad, deep chest

White and brown
or brown roan Triangular,
pendant ears
Back curves gently

Thick tail
carried low
Long mustache
blends into beard

Coarse, dense,
white and
orange coat

Slightly tucked-up belly

Large, round
feet

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