Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Loyal
Docile
Patient

Playful
Energetic
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Going
Cheerful
Clever

Spinone Italianos shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Corpins are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Italy

United States

italian rough-haired dog

Miniature Pinscher and Corgi

ancient times

2001

Brown
Amber

Brown

Brown
Isabella

Black

Brown
Isabella
Fawn
White
Pied

Black
Brown
Pied

Spinone Italianos have medium-length coats.

Corpins have short coats.

A Spinone Italiano can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Corpin can have a litter of 2-5 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Spinone Italianos have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Corpins are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Bloat
Ataxia

Congenital Heart Defect
Color Dilution Alopecia

Otitis Externa
Ectropion
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Eye
Hip
Blood Test
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Biopsy
Ultrasound
Urinalysis
Blood Tests

Spinone Italianos are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Spinone Italiano dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Corpins are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Spinone Italiano, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Corpin, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Spinone Italianos usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Corpins usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Spinone Italiano requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Corpin has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 70-84 pound (32 - 38 kg) Spinone Italiano feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 12-35 pound (5 - 16 kg) Corpin feed 2 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Spinone Italiano is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 per day.

The average cost of a Corpin is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Spinone Italiano is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Corpin is between $42 - $84. This makes an average of $504 - $1008 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Spinone Italianos are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Corpins make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Spinone Italianos are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Corpins are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Spinone Italianos are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Corpins are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Spinone Italianos are highly friendly around strangers.

Corpins are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Spinone Italianos have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Corpins are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.