Italian Spinones

The Italian Spinone is a newcomer here in the UK but these attractive gundogs are already proving to be a success both in the field and in a home environment.

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Lifespan

10-13 years

Breed group

Gun dog

Weight

Male: 34-39kg

Female: 34-39kg

Height

Male: 60-70cm

Female: 58-65cm

Pedigree

Yes

Other names

Spinone, Italian griffon, Italian wire-haired pointer, Italian coarsehaired pointer, Spinone Italiano

Breed Size

Large

Breed Type

Gundog

Health tests available

BVA/KC Hip Dysplasia Scheme, DNA (linkage) test - Cerebellar Ataxia

Characteristics

Exercise needs

Medium

Easy to train

High

Shedding

Light

Grooming
needs

Medium

Good with
Children

Suited to all ages of children

Health of breed

High

Cost to keep

Medium

Intelligence

High

Tolerates being alone

Low anxiety

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