Sporting
Spinone Italiano
A Spinone Italiano needs about 11,500 steps a day. An active breed that requires 60-90 minutes of vigorous daily exercise.
- Energy Level
- High
- Weight
- 30–35 kg
- Height Range
- 57–70 cm
- Life Span
- 10–12 years
- Docile
- Friendly
- Affectionate
- Loyal
- Patient
- Gentle
Daily goal, in context
Dog steps are shorter than yours — 11,500 steps for this breed is about 75 minutes of walking a day, split over 2 outings. Your own dog's goal is personalised.
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Exercise by Age
Puppy (under 1 year)
5 min per month of age, twice a day
Limit exercise to 5 minutes per month of age, twice daily. Avoid high-impact activities to protect growing joints.
Adult (1-9 years)
11,500 steps
Full daily goal applies. Mix walks with play, training and mental stimulation.
Senior (9+ years)
8,000–9,200 steps
Reduce intensity by 20-30%. Shorter, more frequent walks. Watch for signs of fatigue or joint stiffness.
Exercise Needs
An active breed that requires 60-90 minutes of vigorous daily exercise.
About the Spinone Italiano
The Spinone Italiano is a large breed of gun dog that originated in Italy. It is a powerful and athletic breed, with a thick, wiry coat. Its head is large and round, with small, erect ears. Its legs are strong and muscular, and its tail is usually docked. The Spinone Italiano is an intelligent and loyal breed, and it makes an excellent family pet. It is an active breed, and it needs plenty of exercise and mental stimulation. It is loyal and affectionate, and it enjoys spending time with its family.
Facts about the Spinone Italiano
Exercise
Sporting breeds need 60–90 min of vigorous activity daily. A long walk plus fetch satisfies both mind and body.
AKC
Behavior
Bred to work alongside humans — positive reinforcement training clicks far better than corrections.
VCA
Health
Many sporting breeds are prone to hip and elbow dysplasia — ask your vet about screening after age 2.
AKC
Training
Most retrievers have a natural love of water — a lake or pond walk adds stimulation no park can match.
The Kennel Club UK
Did You Know
Many sporting breeds have partially-webbed feet — an evolutionary trait for water retrieval.
AKC
Frequently asked questions
- How much exercise does a Spinone Italiano need?
- A Spinone Italiano needs about 11,500 steps a day. An active breed that requires 60-90 minutes of vigorous daily exercise.
- How big does a Spinone Italiano get?
- Adult Spinone Italianos typically weigh 30–35 kg and stand 57–70 cm at the shoulder.
- How long do Spinone Italianos live?
- A Spinone Italiano usually lives 10–12 years.
- What is a Spinone Italiano's temperament?
- Spinone Italianos are typically Docile, Friendly, Affectionate, Loyal, Patient, Gentle.
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