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    Italian Spinone

    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.
    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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