Spinone Italiano has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Hanover Hound has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Loyal
Docile
Patient

Gentle
Easygoing
Protective
Calm

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

Hanover Hounds are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Spinone Italianos are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Hanover Hounds make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

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Germany

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American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry

Federation Cynologique Internationale
United Kennel Club

ancient times

17th Century

Brown
Amber

Brown

Brown
Isabella

Black

Brown
Isabella
Fawn
White
Pied

Red
Brindle

Wiry

Straight

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 Hanover Hound can have a litter of 10-14 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.

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

Hanover Hounds may have difficulty adjusting to changes in lifestyle and living environments, preferring consistency.

While the Spinone Italiano breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

The Hanover Hound breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Bloat
Ataxia

Ear Infections
Entropion
Ectropion
Hip Dysplasia

Otitis Externa
Ectropion
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism

Anesthesia Sensitivity/Allergy
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Eye
Hip
Blood Test
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination

OFA
CERF
Yearly Physical Examination

Spinone Italianos' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Hanover Hounds thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Spinone Italianos sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Hanover Hounds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Spinone Italiano excessively drools, consider a different breed if not appealing.

Hanover Hound is an average drooler, monitor for excessive drooling which may indicate health issues.

Spinone Italiano dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Hanover Hounds bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

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.

Hanover Hounds are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

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 Hanover Hound, it's at least 12 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 Hanover Hounds 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 Hanover Hound has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
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 80-100 pound (36 - 45 kg) Hanover Hound feed 2.8 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 Hanover Hound is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 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 Hanover Hound is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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 Italiano has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Hanover Hounds are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

Hanover Hounds can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

Hanover Hounds are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

Hanover Hounds are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Spinone Italianos are highly friendly around strangers.

Hanover Hounds are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

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

Spinone Italianos are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Hanover Hounds may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.