Which is Better between the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Spinone Italiano? A Very Detailed Review.

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German Shorthaired Pointer Versus Spinone Italiano: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Spinone Italiano? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the German Shorthaired Pointer 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 German Shorthaired Pointer and the Spinone Italiano.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the German Shorthaired Pointer 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 German Shorthaired Pointer 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 with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the German Shorthaired Pointer 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 German Shorthaired Pointer or the Spinone Italiano.

German Shorthaired Pointer versus Spinone Italiano: Overview

A very important difference between the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Spinone Italiano is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The German Shorthaired Pointer is a medium-sized dog while the Spinone Italiano is a large-sized dog.

Furthermore, both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Spinone Italiano are Sporting Dogs. This means both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Spinone Italiano 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.

German Shorthaired Pointer versus Spinone Italiano: Comparison Table

The table below compares the German Shorthaired Pointer 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.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Spinone Italiano

Factor German Shorthaired Pointer Spinone Italiano
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 4/5
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Height 1 foot, 9 inches to 2 feet, 1 inch tall at the sho 22 to 28 inches
Life Span 12 to 15 years 10 to 14 years
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 4/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 5/5
General Health 3/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 4/5
Easygoing 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 4/5
Weight 45 to 70 pounds 61 to 86 pounds
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 2/5
Easy To Train 5/5 4/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 12.0 years
Average Price $1140 $1180
Price Range $800 – $1300 $1000 – $1000
Temperament Score 78.1 percent 50.0 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation – min age 24 months
  • Cone Degeneration
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination – annual exams until age 6 recommended
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • von Willebrand`s Disease
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- Recommend annual exams beginning at 1 year of age
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 10 112

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the German Shorthaired Pointer 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 the German Shorthaired Pointer is 75 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Spinone Italiano is 86 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Spinone Italiano is a better pet than the German Shorthaired Pointer. 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 German Shorthaired Pointer 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 German Shorthaired Pointer and the Spinone Italiano

    Below is a list of where the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Spinone Italiano are most different:

  • German Shorthaired Pointers do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Spinone Italianos adapt well to apartment living.
  • German Shorthaired Pointers are very easy to groom. However, Spinone Italianos require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • German Shorthaired Pointers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects. However, Spinone Italianos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • The Similarities Between the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Spinone Italiano

    The German Shorthaired Pointer and the Spinone Italiano are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Spinone Italiano are most similar:

  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Spinone Italiano do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Spinone Italiano do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Spinone Italiano are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Spinone Italiano can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Spinone Italiano get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Spinone Italiano are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Spinone Italiano get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Spinone Italiano are very easy to train.
  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Spinone Italiano are highly intelligent.
  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Spinone Italiano have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Spinone Italiano have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Spinone Italiano require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Spinone Italiano are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of German Shorthaired Pointer versus Spinone Italiano

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Spinone Italiano.

    German Shorthaired Pointers weigh 45 to 70 pounds when fully grown. German Shorthaired Pointers are 1 foot, 9 inches to 2 feet, 1 inch tall at the sho 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.

    Lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer versus Spinone Italiano

    The lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointers is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointers is 13.5 years.

    The lifespan of Spinone Italianos is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Spinone Italianos is 12.0 years.

    German Shorthaired Pointers live longer than Spinone Italianos.

    Temperament of the Spinone Italiano Versus the German Shorthaired Pointer

    The German Shorthaired Pointer has a better temperament than the Spinone Italiano.

    This is because the temperament score for the German Shorthaired Pointer is 78.1 percent while the temperament score for the Spinone Italiano is 50.0 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).

    The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.

    Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.

    The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.

    With its temperament score of 78.1 percent, the German Shorthaired Pointer has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 50.0 percent, the Spinone Italiano has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Spinone Italiano by measuring the temperaments of 137 German Shorthaired Pointers and 6 Spinone Italianos.

    Price of German Shorthaired Pointer versus Price of Spinone Italiano

    The average price of the German Shorthaired Pointer puppy is $1140. The price of the German Shorthaired Pointer typically ranges from $800 – $1300. However, the price of a German Shorthaired Pointer can be as low as $350 and as high as $2695. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 453 German Shorthaired Pointer puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Spinone Italiano puppy is $1180. The price of the Spinone Italiano typically ranges from $1000 – $1000. However, the price of the 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 30 Spinone Italiano puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Spinone Italiano is more expensive than the German Shorthaired Pointer.

    German Shorthaired Pointer Spinone Italiano
    Average Price $1140 $1180
    Price Range $800 to $1300 $1000 to $1000

    The charts below show the price distribution for the German Shorthaired Pointer and Spinone Italiano. For different price points, the charts show how many German Shorthaired Pointer puppies or how many Spinone Italiano puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of German Shorthaired Pointers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of German Shorthaired Pointers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Spinone Italianos?

    A breakdown of the prices of Spinone Italianos?

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the German Shorthaired Pointer 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 to buy 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 a puppy mill. Puppy mills 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 German Shorthaired Pointer 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 German Shorthaired Pointer and the Spinone Italiano over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the German Shorthaired Pointer is more popular with dog owners than the Spinone Italiano. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the German Shorthaired Pointer is 10 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Spinone Italiano is 112 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of German Shorthaired Pointer

    Popularity of German Shorthaired Pointer

    Popularity of Spinone Italiano

    Popularity of Spinone Italiano

    Year German Shorthaired Pointer Popularity Rank Spinone Italiano Popularity Rank
    2013 13 117
    2014 12 118
    2015 11 112
    2016 11 105
    2017 10 111
    2018 9 109
    2019 9 116
    2020 9 110

    Health Problems of German Shorthaired Pointer versus Health Problems of Spinone Italiano

    Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.

    Both the German Shorthaired Pointer 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 German Shorthaired Pointer is prone to more genetic health problems than the Spinone Italiano.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the German Shorthaired Pointer than for the Spinone Italiano.

    7 health tests are recommended for German Shorthaired Pointer while 5 tests are recommended for the Spinone Italiano.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in German Shorthaired Pointers and in Spinone Italianos.

    German Shorthaired Pointer Health Problems

    German Shorthaired Pointers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing German Shorthaired Pointer 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 German Shorthaired Pointer puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your German Shorthaired Pointer 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 German Shorthaired Pointers for:

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation – min age 24 months
  • Cone Degeneration
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination – annual exams until age 6 recommended
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • von Willebrand`s Disease
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for German Shorthaired Pointers 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:

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- Recommend annual exams beginning at 1 year of age
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Spinone Italianos here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in German Shorthaired Pointers and Spinone Italianos

    Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the German Shorthaired Pointer Breed is Cone Degeneration problems.

    This is because the German Shorthaired Pointer ranks 1 out of 1 dog breeds for Cone Degeneration problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 1475 German Shorthaired Pointers, 1 of them had Cone Degeneration problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in German Shorthaired Pointers, and how common these diseases are in German Shorthaired Pointers relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Cone Degeneration problems: Rank 1 out of 1 Dog Breeds
  • Shoulder problems: Rank 12 out of 22 Dog Breeds
  • Advanced Cardiac problems: Rank 42 out of 71 Dog Breeds
  • Degenerative Myelopathy problems: Rank 55 out of 70 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 68 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Congenital Cardiac problems: Rank 69 out of 159 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 118 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 121 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 174 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Spinone Italiano Breed is Shoulder problems.

    This is because the Spinone Italiano ranks 5 out of 22 dog breeds for Shoulder problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 50 Spinone Italianos, 2 of them had Shoulder problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Spinone Italianos, and how common these diseases are in Spinone Italianos relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Shoulder problems: Rank 5 out of 22 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 16 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Congenital Cardiac problems: Rank 20 out of 159 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 61 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 77 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 164 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • The table below lists the common health problems in German Shorthaired Pointer and in Spinone Italiano and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Spinone Italiano:

    Disease German Shorthaired Pointer Rank Spinone Italiano Rank
    Cone Degeneration problems 1 out of 1 dog breeds Not Common
    Shoulder problems 12 out of 22 dog breeds 5 out of 22 dog breeds
    Advanced Cardiac problems 42 out of 71 dog breeds Not Common
    Degenerative Myelopathy problems 55 out of 70 dog breeds Not Common
    Thyroid problems 68 out of 115 dog breeds 16 out of 115 dog breeds
    Congenital Cardiac problems 69 out of 159 dog breeds 20 out of 159 dog breeds
    Eyes problems 118 out of 182 dog breeds 164 out of 182 dog breeds
    Elbow problems 121 out of 144 dog breeds 61 out of 144 dog breeds
    Hips problems 174 out of 198 dog breeds 77 out of 198 dog breeds

    *To learn more about each of these diseases, go to OFA.org and search for the disease.

    Again, most of these health problems can be prevented through health screening. Responsible breeders screen male and female dog parents for genetic problems. These breeders will only breed dogs that are free of genetic defects. That way, there is little or no chance that their puppies will grow up to have genetic health problems. Always ask a breeder for the list of health tests the breeder screens their dogs for before buying a puppy from such a breeder.

    Tolerates Being Alone: German Shorthaired Pointer versus Spinone Italiano

    German Shorthaired Pointers do not like to be left alone.

    Spinone Italianos do not like to be left alone.

    Do German Shorthaired Pointers shed more than Spinone Italianos?

    German Shorthaired Pointers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Spinone Italianos shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the German Shorthaired Pointer or the Spinone Italiano

    German Shorthaired Pointers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Spinone Italianos have a very high tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the German Shorthaired Pointer or the Spinone Italiano?

    German Shorthaired Pointers are very easy to groom.

    Spinone Italianos require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the German Shorthaired Pointer Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Spinone Italiano?

    German Shorthaired Pointers 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.

    Do German Shorthaired Pointers Bark and Howl? What about Spinone Italianos?

    German Shorthaired Pointers bark and howl, but not very much.

    Spinone Italianos are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Can German Shorthaired Pointers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Spinone Italianos Tolerate Cold Weather?

    German Shorthaired Pointers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Spinone Italianos can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: German Shorthaired Pointer vs. Spinone Italiano

    German Shorthaired Pointers 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.

    Can German Shorthaired Pointers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Spinone Italianos Tolerate Hot Weather?

    German Shorthaired Pointers can tolerate hot weather.

    Spinone Italianos can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the German Shorthaired Pointer or the Spinone Italiano?

    German Shorthaired Pointers get along very well with other dogs.

    Spinone Italianos get along very well with other dogs.

    Are German Shorthaired Pointers good family dogs? What about Spinone Italianos?

    German Shorthaired Pointers 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 German Shorthaired Pointers and Spinone Italianos?

    German Shorthaired Pointers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Spinone Italianos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the German Shorthaired Pointer Easier to Train than the Spinone Italiano?

    German Shorthaired Pointers are very easy to train.

    Spinone Italianos are very easy to train.

    Is the German Shorthaired Pointer Better for Apartment Owners than the Spinone Italiano?

    German Shorthaired Pointers do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Spinone Italianos adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the German Shorthaired Pointer or the Spinone Italiano?

    German Shorthaired Pointers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Spinone Italianos are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the German Shorthaired Pointer

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the German Shorthaired Pointer 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 German Shorthaired Pointer:

  • Field Spaniel (83 percent match with German Shorthaired Pointer). Here is our comparison of the Spinone Italiano vs Field Spaniel.
  • German Wirehaired Pointer (80 percent match with German Shorthaired Pointer). Here is our comparison of the Spinone Italiano vs German Wirehaired Pointer.
  • Pointer (81 percent match with German Shorthaired Pointer). Here is our comparison of the Spinone Italiano vs Pointer.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Spinone Italiano

    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:

  • Collie (75 percent match with Spinone Italiano). Here is our comparison of the German Shorthaired Pointer vs Collie.
  • French Spaniel (78 percent match with Spinone Italiano). Here is our comparison of the German Shorthaired Pointer vs French Spaniel.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the German Shorthaired Pointer and how the Spinone Italiano compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the German Shorthaired Pointer and of the Spinone Italiano to other breeds:

    German Shorthaired Pointer Versus Other Dog Breeds

    German Shorthaired Pointer versus Giant Schnauzer     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Miniature Pinscher     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Greyhound     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Chorkie     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Akita Chow     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Norwich Terrier     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Patterdale Terrier     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Sheepadoodle     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Australian Shepherd     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Fila Brasileiro     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Scottish Terrier     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Finnish Lapphund     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Norfolk Terrier     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Field Spaniel     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Brussels Griffon     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Welsh Terrier     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Doberman Pinscher     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Norwegian Lundehund     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Collie     German Shorthaired Pointer versus American Staffordshire Terrier     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Field Spaniel     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Brussels Griffon     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Mudi     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Shihpoo     

    Spinone Italiano Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Spinone Italiano versus Lhasapoo     Spinone Italiano versus French Bulldog     Spinone Italiano versus Miniature Poodle     Spinone Italiano versus Bedlington Terrier     Spinone Italiano versus Leonberger     Spinone Italiano versus Toy Poodle     Spinone Italiano versus Boston Terrier     Spinone Italiano versus Borzoi     Spinone Italiano versus Airedale Terrier     Spinone Italiano versus Bordoodle     Spinone Italiano versus Bull Terrier     Spinone Italiano versus Australian Cattle Dog     Spinone Italiano versus Chinese Shar-Pei     Spinone Italiano versus Bedlington Terrier     Spinone Italiano versus Yorkipoo     Spinone Italiano versus Afador     Spinone Italiano versus French Spaniel     Spinone Italiano versus Mal Shi     Spinone Italiano versus Portuguese Pointer     Spinone Italiano versus Korean Jindo Dog     Spinone Italiano versus Miniature Pinscher     Spinone Italiano versus Estrela Mountain Dog     Spinone Italiano versus Sloughi     Spinone Italiano versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne     Spinone Italiano versus Samoyed     

    Conclusion: German Shorthaired Pointer 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 German Shorthaired Pointer and the Spinone Italiano better suits you and your family.