Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Afghan Hound Versus Spinone Italiano: Introduction
- Afghan Hound versus Spinone Italiano: Overview
- Afghan Hound versus Spinone Italiano: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Afghan Hound and the Spinone Italiano
- The Similarities Between the Afghan Hound and the Spinone Italiano
- Size (Weight and Height) of Afghan Hound versus Spinone Italiano
- Price of Afghan Hound versus Price of Spinone Italiano
- The Popularity of Afghan Hound versus Popularity of Spinone Italiano
- Health Problems of Afghan Hound versus Health Problems of Spinone Italiano
- Which one drools more, the Afghan Hound or the Spinone Italiano
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Afghan Hound or the Spinone Italiano?
- Is the Afghan Hound Easier to Train than the Spinone Italiano?
- Tolerates Being Alone: Afghan Hound versus Spinone Italiano
- Do Afghan Hounds Bark and Howl? What about Spinone Italianos?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Afghan Hound or the Spinone Italiano?
- Do Afghan Hounds shed more than Spinone Italianos?
- Can Afghan Hounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Spinone Italianos Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Can Afghan Hounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Spinone Italianos Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Are Afghan Hounds good family dogs? What about Spinone Italianos?
- How Kid-friendly are Afghan Hounds and Spinone Italianos?
- Does the Afghan Hound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Spinone Italiano?
- Wanderlust Potential: Afghan Hound vs. Spinone Italiano
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Afghan Hound
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Spinone Italiano
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Afghan Hound versus Spinone Italiano. Which One is a Better Pet?
Afghan Hound Versus Spinone Italiano: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Afghan Hound and the Spinone Italiano? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Afghan Hound and the Spinone Italiano better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Afghan Hound and the Spinone Italiano.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Afghan Hound and the Spinone Italiano is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Afghan Hound and for the Spinone Italiano. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Afghan Hound and the Spinone Italiano.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Afghan Hound or the Spinone Italiano
Afghan Hound versus Spinone Italiano: Overview
Both the Afghan Hound and the Spinone Italiano are similar in size. The Afghan Hound and the Spinone Italiano are both large-sized dogs.
Furthermore, the Afghan Hound belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.
On the other hand, the Spinone Italiano belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.
Afghan Hound versus Spinone Italiano: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Afghan Hound to the Spinone Italiano based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
| Factor | Afghan Hound | Spinone Italiano |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 12 years | 10 to 14 years |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 24 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder | 22 to 28 inches |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Weight | 50 to 60 pounds | 61 to 86 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 12.0 years |
| Average Price | $2390 | $1160 |
| Price Range | $2250 – $2500 | $1000 – $1000 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 105 | 112 |
*Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Afghan Hound in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Spinone Italiano. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for a Afghan Hound is 78 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Spinone Italiano is 86 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Spinone Italiano is a better pet than the Afghan Hound. So, you should get the Spinone Italiano!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Afghan Hound and the Spinone Italiano so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Afghan Hound and the Spinone Italiano
Below is a list of where the Afghan Hound and the Spinone Italiano are most different:
The Similarities Between the Afghan Hound and the Spinone Italiano
The Afghan Hound and the Spinone Italiano are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Afghan Hound and the Spinone Italiano are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Afghan Hound versus Spinone Italiano
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Afghan Hound and the Spinone Italiano.
Afghan Hounds weigh 50 to 60 pounds when fully grown. Afghan Hounds are 24 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Spinone Italianos weigh 61 to 86 pounds when fully grown. Spinone Italianos are 22 to 28 inches when fully grown.
Price of Afghan Hound versus Price of Spinone Italiano
The average price of the Afghan Hound puppy is $2390. The price of the Afghan Hound typically ranges from $2250 – $2500. However, the price of a Afghan Hound can be as low as $1800 and as high as $3000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 21 Afghan Hound puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Spinone Italiano puppy is $1160. The price of the Spinone Italiano typically ranges from $1000 – $1000. However, the price of a Spinone Italiano can be as low as $1000 and as high as $3000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 29 Spinone Italiano puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Afghan Hound is more expensive than the Spinone Italiano.
| Afghan Hound | Spinone Italiano | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2390 | $1160 |
| Price Range | $2250 to $2500 | $1000 to $1000 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Afghan Hound and Spinone Italiano. For different price points, the charts show how many Afghan Hound puppies or how many Spinone Italiano puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Afghan Hounds. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Spinone Italianos
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Afghan Hound puppy or the Spinone Italiano puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking from a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from one of those puppy mills that mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
The Popularity of Afghan Hound versus Popularity of Spinone Italiano
Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).
The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Afghan Hound and the Spinone Italiano over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Afghan Hound is more popular with dog owners than the Spinone Italiano. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Afghan Hound is 105 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Spinone Italiano is 112 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Afghan Hound
Popularity of Spinone Italiano
| Year | Afghan Hound Popularity Rank | Spinone Italiano Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 95 | 117 |
| 2014 | 98 | 118 |
| 2015 | 100 | 112 |
| 2016 | 113 | 105 |
| 2017 | 93 | 111 |
| 2018 | 113 | 109 |
| 2019 | 111 | 116 |
| 2020 | 122 | 110 |
Health Problems of Afghan Hound versus Health Problems of Spinone Italiano
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. Therefore, there is nothing like a perfect puppy.
Both the Afghan Hound and the Spinone Italiano are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.
The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.
Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Spinone Italiano is prone to more genetic health problems than the Afghan Hound.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Spinone Italiano than for the Afghan Hound.
3 health tests are recommended for Afghan Hound while 5 tests are recommended for the Spinone Italiano.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Afghan Hounds and in Spinone Italianos.
Afghan Hound Health Problems
Afghan Hounds are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Afghan Hound puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Afghan Hound puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Afghan Hound breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Afghan Hounds for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Afghan Hounds here.
Spinone Italiano Health Problems
Spinone Italianos are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Spinone Italiano puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Spinone Italiano puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Spinone Italiano breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Spinone Italianos for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Spinone Italianos here.
Which one drools more, the Afghan Hound or the Spinone Italiano
Afghan Hounds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Spinone Italianos have a very high tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Afghan Hound or the Spinone Italiano?
Afghan Hounds require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Spinone Italianos require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Is the Afghan Hound Easier to Train than the Spinone Italiano?
Afghan Hounds are not easy to train.
Spinone Italianos are very easy to train.
Tolerates Being Alone: Afghan Hound versus Spinone Italiano
Afghan Hounds do not like to be left alone.
Spinone Italianos do not like to be left alone.
Do Afghan Hounds Bark and Howl? What about Spinone Italianos?
Afghan Hounds are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Spinone Italianos are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Afghan Hound or the Spinone Italiano?
Afghan Hounds are OK for new dog owners.
Spinone Italianos are very good for new dog owners.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Afghan Hound or the Spinone Italiano?
Afghan Hounds get along very well with other dogs.
Spinone Italianos get along very well with other dogs.
Do Afghan Hounds shed more than Spinone Italianos?
Afghan Hounds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Spinone Italianos shed moderately.
Is the Afghan Hound Better for Apartment Owners than the Spinone Italiano?
Afghan Hounds adapt very well to apartment living.
Spinone Italianos adapt very well to apartment living.
Can Afghan Hounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Spinone Italianos Tolerate Cold Weather?
Afghan Hounds can very well tolerate cold weather.
Spinone Italianos can very well tolerate cold weather.
Can Afghan Hounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Spinone Italianos Tolerate Hot Weather?
Afghan Hounds can tolerate hot weather.
Spinone Italianos can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Are Afghan Hounds good family dogs? What about Spinone Italianos?
Afghan Hounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Spinone Italianos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Afghan Hounds and Spinone Italianos?
Afghan Hounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Spinone Italianos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Afghan Hound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Spinone Italiano?
Afghan Hounds have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Spinone Italianos have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Wanderlust Potential: Afghan Hound vs. Spinone Italiano
Afghan Hounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Spinone Italianos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Afghan Hound
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Spinone Italiano that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Spinone Italiano:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Spinone Italiano
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Afghan Hound that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Afghan Hound:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Afghan Hound and how the Spinone Italiano compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Afghan Hound and of the Spinone Italiano to other breeds:
Afghan Hound Versus Other Dog Breeds
Afghan Hound versus Belgian Sheepdog Afghan Hound versus Cesky Terrier Afghan Hound versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog Afghan Hound versus Whippet Afghan Hound versus Cocker Spaniel Afghan Hound versus Dachshund Afghan Hound versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier Afghan Hound versus Schipperke Afghan Hound versus Black Mouth Cur Afghan Hound versus Aussiedoodle
Spinone Italiano Versus Other Dog Breeds
Spinone Italiano versus Portuguese Water Dog Spinone Italiano versus Bearded Collie Spinone Italiano versus Border Terrier Spinone Italiano versus Dachshund Spinone Italiano versus Schnoodle Spinone Italiano versus German Pinscher Spinone Italiano versus American Foxhound Spinone Italiano versus American Hairless Terrier Spinone Italiano versus Kerry Blue Terrier Spinone Italiano versus Kooikerhondje
Conclusion: Afghan Hound versus Spinone Italiano. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Afghan Hound and the Spinone Italiano better suits you and your family.