Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Goldador Versus Spinone Italiano: Introduction
- Goldador versus Spinone Italiano: Overview
- Goldador versus Spinone Italiano: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Goldador and the Spinone Italiano
- The Similarities Between the Goldador and the Spinone Italiano
- Size (Weight and Height) of Goldador versus Spinone Italiano
- Lifespan of Goldador versus Spinone Italiano
- Price of Goldador versus Price of Spinone Italiano
- Tolerates Being Alone: Goldador versus Spinone Italiano
- Do Goldadors shed more than Spinone Italianos?
- Which one drools more, the Goldador or the Spinone Italiano
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Goldador or the Spinone Italiano?
- Does the Goldador Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Spinone Italiano?
- Do Goldadors Bark and Howl? What about Spinone Italianos?
- Can Goldadors Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Spinone Italianos Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Goldador vs. Spinone Italiano
- Can Goldadors Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Spinone Italianos Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Goldador or the Spinone Italiano?
- Are Goldadors good family dogs? What about Spinone Italianos?
- How Kid-friendly are Goldadors and Spinone Italianos?
- Is the Goldador Easier to Train than the Spinone Italiano?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Goldador
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Spinone Italiano
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Goldador versus Spinone Italiano. Which One is a Better Pet?
Goldador Versus Spinone Italiano: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Goldador 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 Goldador 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 Goldador and the Spinone Italiano.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Goldador 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 Goldador 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 Goldador 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 Goldador or the Spinone Italiano.
Goldador versus Spinone Italiano: Overview
Both the Goldador and the Spinone Italiano are similar in size. The Goldador and the Spinone Italiano are both large-sized dogs.
Furthermore, the Goldador belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.
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.
Goldador versus Spinone Italiano: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Goldador 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 Goldador and the Spinone Italiano
Factor | Goldador | Spinone Italiano |
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Low Prey Drive | 5/5 | 2/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Life Span | 10 to 15 years | 10 to 14 years |
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Height | 22 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder | 22 to 28 inches |
Easygoing | 3/5 | 1/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Tolerates Being Alone | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 2/5 |
General Health | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Easy To Train | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 1/5 | 4/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 2/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Weight | 60 to 80 pounds | 61 to 86 pounds |
Average Lifespan | 12.5 years | 12.0 years |
Average Price | $1320 | $1180 |
Price Range | $900 – $1650 | $1000 – $1000 |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Goldador 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 Goldador is 93 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Spinone Italiano is 86 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Goldador is a better pet than the Spinone Italiano. So, you should get the Goldador!
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 Goldador 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 Goldador and the Spinone Italiano
Below is a list of where the Goldador and the Spinone Italiano are most different:
The Similarities Between the Goldador and the Spinone Italiano
The Goldador and the Spinone Italiano are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Goldador and the Spinone Italiano are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Goldador versus Spinone Italiano
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Goldador and the Spinone Italiano.
Goldadors weigh 60 to 80 pounds when fully grown. Goldadors are 22 to 24 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.
Lifespan of Goldador versus Spinone Italiano
The lifespan of Goldadors is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Goldadors is 12.5 years.
The lifespan of Spinone Italianos is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Spinone Italianos is 12.0 years.
Goldadors live longer than Spinone Italianos.
Price of Goldador versus Price of Spinone Italiano
The average price of the Goldador puppy is $1320. The price of the Goldador typically ranges from $900 – $1650. However, the price of a Goldador can be as low as $875 and as high as $2700. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 33 Goldador 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 Goldador is more expensive than the Spinone Italiano.
Goldador | Spinone Italiano | |
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Average Price | $1320 | $1180 |
Price Range | $900 to $1650 | $1000 to $1000 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Goldador and Spinone Italiano. For different price points, the charts show how many Goldador puppies or how many Spinone Italiano puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Goldadors. 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 Goldador 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.
Tolerates Being Alone: Goldador versus Spinone Italiano
Goldadors can be left alone for some time without problems.
Spinone Italianos do not like to be left alone.
Do Goldadors shed more than Spinone Italianos?
Goldadors shed moderately.
Spinone Italianos shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Goldador or the Spinone Italiano
Goldadors do have a very low tendency to drool.
Spinone Italianos have a very high tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Goldador or the Spinone Italiano?
Goldadors are very easy to groom.
Spinone Italianos require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Goldador Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Spinone Italiano?
Goldadors have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to 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 Goldadors Bark and Howl? What about Spinone Italianos?
Goldadors 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.
Can Goldadors Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Spinone Italianos Tolerate Cold Weather?
Goldadors can very well tolerate cold weather.
Spinone Italianos can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Goldador vs. Spinone Italiano
Goldadors 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 Goldadors Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Spinone Italianos Tolerate Hot Weather?
Goldadors 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 Goldador or the Spinone Italiano?
Goldadors get along very well with other dogs.
Spinone Italianos get along very well with other dogs.
Are Goldadors good family dogs? What about Spinone Italianos?
Goldadors 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 Goldadors and Spinone Italianos?
Goldadors get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Spinone Italianos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Goldador Easier to Train than the Spinone Italiano?
Goldadors are very easy to train.
Spinone Italianos are very easy to train.
Is the Goldador Better for Apartment Owners than the Spinone Italiano?
Goldadors do not adapt well to apartment living.
Spinone Italianos adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Goldador or the Spinone Italiano?
Goldadors are very good for new dog owners.
Spinone Italianos are very good for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Goldador
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Goldador 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 Goldador:
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:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Goldador and how the Spinone Italiano compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Goldador and of the Spinone Italiano to other breeds:
Goldador Versus Other Dog Breeds
Goldador versus Bich Poo Goldador versus Xoloitzcuintli Goldador versus Hovawart Goldador versus Lhasapoo Goldador versus Australian Cattle Dog Goldador versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog Goldador versus Dogue de Bordeaux Goldador versus Giant Schnauzer Goldador versus Keeshond Goldador versus Berger Picard Goldador versus Sheepadoodle Goldador versus Bearded Collie Goldador versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi Goldador versus Borzoi Goldador versus Westiepoo Goldador versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi Goldador versus Afghan Hound Goldador versus Beaglier Goldador versus Kerry Blue Terrier Goldador versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Goldador versus American Water Spaniel Goldador versus Silky Terrier Goldador versus Shiranian Goldador versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle Goldador versus Cocker Spaniel
Spinone Italiano Versus Other Dog Breeds
Spinone Italiano versus Sussex Spaniel Spinone Italiano versus English Toy Spaniel Spinone Italiano versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever Spinone Italiano versus Dutch Shepherd Spinone Italiano versus Mountain Cur Spinone Italiano versus Pyrenean Mastiff Spinone Italiano versus American Foxhound Spinone Italiano versus Dogo Argentino Spinone Italiano versus Afador Spinone Italiano versus Norfolk Terrier Spinone Italiano versus Havanese Spinone Italiano versus Neapolitan Mastiff Spinone Italiano versus Silky Terrier Spinone Italiano versus American Foxhound Spinone Italiano versus Hovawart Spinone Italiano versus Clumber Spaniel Spinone Italiano versus Field Spaniel Spinone Italiano versus Labradoodle Spinone Italiano versus Tibetan Spaniel Spinone Italiano versus Bearded Collie Spinone Italiano versus Akita Spinone Italiano versus Bouvier des Flandres Spinone Italiano versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog Spinone Italiano versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Spinone Italiano versus American Hairless Terrier
Conclusion: Goldador 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 Goldador and the Spinone Italiano better suits you and your family.