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Thursday, September 10, 2009

Spinones!


Spinone Italianos are so radical so why don't you have a glance at some facts about them!:

#1. "The Spinone Italiano, also known as the Spinone, Italian Spinone, or Italian Griffon is a large, rugged dog of distinctive appearance."
#2. "It has a long head, with hanging ears, and eyes described as "human like."
#3. "Everything about this breed indicates great strength as well as stamina."
#4. "Suited for hunting in all climates and on all terrain."
#5. "Its coat protects it from the water and freezing temperatures of the swamp. It goes nonchalantly into cold, deep water-- being an excellent swimmer and a model retriever."
#6. "Extremely intelligent, happy, upbeat and enthusiastic, the Spinone Italiano is a pleasant, easy-going breed."
#7. "It is easily satisfied when treated as a lower ranking member of its human pack family."
#8. "Although serious when at work in the field, it definitely has a clownish side that is often quite entertaining."
#9. "Never bossy or whiny, unless it does not so humans as pack leader."
#10. "This gentle soul loves children, those it knows, and those he does not. Children must be taught how to display leadership skills."
#11. "Its great patience should never be taken for granted, for abuse is abuse, whether intentional or not."
#12. "This breed gets along well with other animals, particularly enjoying another dog's company."
#13. "It wants to be with its people, whether that means at home or traveling."
#14. "It is a quiet breed in general, but may occasionally howl along with a siren."
#15. "The Spinone is not a protection breed."
#16. "He is either unlikely to attack under any circumstance or would only do so if it or its family is directly threatened."
#17. "The Spinone learns fast."
#18. "An intelligent hunter, they are aware of the difference between a real hunt and an exercise. For example, one breeder mentioned that his dog is perfectly willing to pick up downed birds, but he is reluctant to retrieve a training dummy."
#19. "Height: 22 1/2-27 1/2 inches."
#20. "Weight: 61-85 pounds."
#21. "Life Expectancy: About 12 or more years."

Info from: http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/spinone.htm
Pic of Spinone from: http://www.greatdogsite.com/admin/uploaded_files/1198060072spinone_italiano.jpg

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