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At del Mare Spinone, we strive to produce healthy, sound Spinone Italiano for Show, Field, Performance and Companionship.

The Italian Spinone or Spinone Italiano has a long history based mainly on stories and fragments of fact. Believed to be descended from griffon stock, this breed dates back to the 1600s during the Italian renaissance. Although a popular hunting dog with the working class, the breed went into decline in the 1800s before making a comeback after the end of World War II. Today, the Spinone is again a popular hunting breed and family dog in many countries. In the United States, the breed is gaining popularity as a versatile hunting dog and was recognized by the AKC in 2000.

What color is the Spinone?

Accepted colors include white, orange roan, white with orange markings, brown roan, and white with brown markings.

How big is an adult Spinone?

The adult male stands 23 to 27 inches at the withers. The adult female stands 22 to 25 inches at the withers.

Is the Spinone easy to train?

The Spinone is naturally obedient and learns quickly. Somewhat independent and stubborn, the Spinone works closely with it's trainer and is very receptive when fair, consistent training methods are utilized.  Overly harsh training methods are not as effective.

Is the Spinone a good hunting dog?

A versatile hunting dog for centuries, the Spinone has exceptionally strong natural pointing instincts and is an enthusiastic, hard-hunting dog. Today, it's used for all types of hunting and excels as a retriever for upland game and waterfowl. In the field, the Spinone is slower, more methodical and hunts closer than other pointing dogs.