Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Loyal
Docile
Patient

Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Devoted
Attentive
Tenacious
Fearless
Good-natured

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

Staffweilers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Italy

United States

italian rough-haired dog

Rottweiler, American Staffordshire Terrier

ancient times

2000's

Brown
Amber

Hazel
Brown

Brown
Isabella

Blue
Black
Brown

Brown
Isabella
Fawn
White
Pied

Black
Gray
Brown
Fawn
Blue
White
Brindle

Spinone Italianos have medium-length coats.

Staffweilers have short coats.

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 Staffweiler can have a litter of 8-12 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.

Bloat
Ataxia

Demodicosis
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Subaortic Stenosis

Otitis Externa
Ectropion
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism

Entropion
Deafness
Histiocytosis
Pancreatitis
Cervical Vertebral Instability
Hyperadrenocorticism
Neuroaxonal Dystrophy
Eye disorders and disease
Kidney Disease

Eye
Hip
Blood Test
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Up:Uc Ratio For Kidney Function
Eye Examinations
Full Physical Examination
Hearing and Ear Tests
Hip and Elbow X-rays

Spinone Italiano has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Staffweiler has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

Staffweilers have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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.

Staffweilers 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 Staffweiler, it's at least 14 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 Staffweilers usually need at least 180 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 Staffweiler is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Staffweiler is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 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 Staffweiler is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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.

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 make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Staffweilers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Staffweilers 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.

Staffweilers are not dog-friendly.

Spinone Italianos are highly friendly around strangers.

Staffweilers 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.

Staffweilers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

Staffweilers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.