49 Spinone Italiano breeders in the PuppyReports directory — including programs in MI, TE, SO, NE, FL, VI. Every listing connects to a PuppyReports™ Card so families can check the DogFacts before they choose.
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About Spinone Italiano Puppies, Breeders & DogFacts
The Spinone Italiano, originating in Italy, is a versatile gun dog in the Sporting Group bred to point, track, and retrieve across rugged terrain and icy water. Patient, sociable, and docile, they are affectionate family companions and reliable hunting partners who thrive with active owners. Typically 22-27 inches tall and 62-85 pounds, they carry a dense wiry coat in white, orange and white, or brown roan that needs weekly brushing, periodic hand stripping, and diligent beard cleaning. Plan on an hour or more of daily exercise. Health concerns include hip and elbow dysplasia, cerebellar ataxia, bloat, and ear infections.
Breed Characteristics
Temperament
Spinone Italiano dogs are known for: Patient, Mellow, Docile, Soulful, Wirehaired.
- Patient
- Mellow
- Docile
- Soulful
- Wirehaired
Family & Household Compatibility
- Good with children, this breed is generally compatible with kids.
- Good with other dogs, typically sociable with other dogs.
- Good with cats, generally tolerant of cats when properly introduced.
Known Health Considerations
Hip dysplasia, elbow dysplasia, cerebellar ataxia, bloat (GDV)
When researching Spinone Italiano breeders, ask for documentation of health screening on both parents. Ethical breeders test for breed appropriate conditions through OFA, PennHIP, or breed club specified DNA panels before breeding.
Before You Choose a Spinone Italiano Puppy
- Can I see health screening documentation for both parents?
- Are the parents registered with the AKC or relevant breed club?
- What is your return policy if the dog cannot remain in my home?
- Can I visit, meet the parents, and see where the puppies are raised?
- Do you provide a written health guarantee and vaccination records?
Screened Spinone Italiano breeders on PuppyReports have submitted documentation, responded to the platform, and maintain an active PuppyReports™ Card. Research any breeder before you make a commitment.
Featured Ethical Spinone Italiano Breeder
Members of the Canine Ethics Leadership Circle™ who breed Spinone Italiano appear here, submitted health documentation, full record transparency, and a signed Canine Ethics Standard. One breeder per breed.
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About these recommendations. PuppyReports surfaces the basic health screening recommendations for each breed in accordance with the principles established by the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) Canine Health Information Center (CHIC) program. The OFA, working with each breed’s primary US parent club, sets the recommended testing list per breed. Recommendations may vary by country and region (US OFA CHIC, European FCI, UK Kennel Club, Australian National Kennel Council, etc.). Always review current requirements with your breed’s parent club for your jurisdiction. Last reviewed: 2026-05-02.
Sources & further reading: American Kennel Club breed information; Orthopedic Foundation for Animals CHIC program (ofa.org/chic programs). Breed data sourced from PuppyReports™ breeds database. Last reviewed: 2026-04-24.