Italian Spinone
These tireless dogs will happily get in among thorns or enter icy water if it means getting the job done.
About the Italian Spinone
Naturally sociable, docile and patient, Italian Spinone are skilful hunters on any terrain. Excellent retrievers as well as pointers, they move quickly with an extended trot.
In a survey of dog lovers in Italy, the Italian Spinone came out as an ideal companion dog, which takes nothing away from its hunting skills.
Source: key facts and characteristics sourced from Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI)
Breed specifics
- Country
- Italy
- Group
- FCI Group 7, AKC Sporting Group
- Size category
- Large
- Avg life expectancy
- 12–14 years
Resilient / Sociable / Calm / Athletic
