Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound Comparison – Which dog is better Italian Coarsehaired Pointer or Otter Dog?

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Name	Spinone Italiano	Otterhound
Origins	Italy	England
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Group	Gun Dog	Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Spinone Italiano and Otterhound. What other names are these breeds known by?	Italian Coarsehaired Pointer Italian Griffon Italian Wire-Haired Pointer Spinone Italian Spinone	Otter Dog
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Spinone Italiano and an Otterhound. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Spinone Italiano or an Otterhound? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large Medium	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Spinone Italiano and an Otterhound. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 50-70 pounds (22-31 kg)	66-115 pounds (30-52 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (26.5 kg)	90.5 pounds (41 kg)
Height Which is taller, Spinone Italiano or Otterhound? Is a Spinone Italiano taller than an Otterhound?	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)	24-26 inches (60-65 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)	25 inches (62.5 cm)

Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Spinone Italiano and an Otterhound. Which breed costs more?	$1500-$2000	$500-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Spinone Italiano or Otterhound?	Frequent: The Spinone Italiano is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Otterhound is easier than average to get.

Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Spinone Italiano or an Otterhound? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Spinone Italiano or an Otterhound? Compare training requirements.	Spinone Italiano dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Otterhound dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Spinone Italiano or an Otterhound? Compare alertness levels.	Spinone Italiano dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Otterhound dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Spinone Italiano or an Otterhound? Compare territorial behaviors.	Spinone Italiano dogs are average defenders. See more.	Otterhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Spinone Italiano and an Otterhound. How do their temperaments differ?	Friendly Docile Affectionate Patient Loyal Gentle	Outright Tempered Boisterous Amiable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound?	Sensitive: Spinone Italiano dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Otterhound dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound?	Average to High: Spinone Italiano dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Otterhound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound social needs comparison:	Spinone Italiano dogs are a social breed. See more.	Otterhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound?	Spinone Italiano dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Otterhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound? Which can be better for hunting?	Spinone Italiano dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Otterhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Spinone Italiano or an Otterhound? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low to Average: The Spinone Italiano rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Otterhound barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Spinone Italiano or an Otterhound? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Spinone Italianos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Otterhound is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Spinone Italiano or an Otterhound? Compare living space needs.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Spinone Italiano indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Otterhound breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Spinone Italiano or an Otterhound? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Spinone Italiano dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Otterhound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Spinone Italiano or Otterhound?	Spinone Italiano dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Spinone Italiano or an Otterhound? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Spinone Italiano has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Otterhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Spinone Italiano or an Otterhound? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Spinone Italiano dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Otterhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Spinone Italiano or an Otterhound? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Spinone Italiano bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Otterhound bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Spinone Italiano or an Otterhound? Compare average lifespans.	12-14 years The average lifespan of Spinone Italiano: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Otterhound: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Spinone Italiano or an Otterhound? Compare climate tolerances.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Otterhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Spinone Italiano and an Otterhound. Which breed is healthier?	The Spinone Italiano is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Otterhounds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound?	Average The Spinone Italiano should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Otterhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound health problems comparison:	Bloat Cerebellar Ataxia	Joint Problems Bloat Epilepsy Glanzmann's Thrombasthenia

Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Spinone Italiano or an Otterhound? Compare activity levels.	Spinone Italiano dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Otterhound dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Spinone Italiano or Otterhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Spinone Italiano dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Otterhound dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Spinone Italiano or Otterhound?	Spinone Italiano dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Otterhound dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Spinone Italiano or an Otterhound? Compare obesity risks.	Average: The Spinone Italiano has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Otterhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Spinone Italiano or an Otterhound? Compare daily food needs.	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Spinone Italiano or an Otterhound? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Spinone Italiano and Otterhound? Compare breed colors.	White Brown Orange Roan	Black Tan Blue Cream Wheaten
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Spinone Italiano or an Otterhound? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The Spinone Italiano requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Otterhound requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Spinone Italiano or an Otterhound? Compare drooling amounts.	The Spinone Italiano is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Otterhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Spinone Italiano or an Otterhound? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Spinone Italiano has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Otterhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Spinone Italiano and an Otterhound? Compare fur types.	Wiry	Rough Waterproof
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Spinone Italiano or an Otterhound? Compare bathing frequencies.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Spinone Italiano or Otterhound? Do Spinone Italiano dogs shed more than Otterhound dogs?	Spinone Italiano dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Otterhound dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Spinone Italiano or an Otterhound? Compare kid-friendliness.	Spinone Italiano dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Otterhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Spinone Italiano dogs are generally with other pets.	Otterhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Spinone Italiano or Otterhound? Which dog is more friendly?	Spinone Italiano dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Otterhound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Spinone Italiano or Otterhound?	Spinone Italiano dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Otterhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Spinone Italiano or Otterhound? Can a Spinone Italiano and an Otterhound be friends? Do Spinone Italiano dogs get along with Otterhound dogs?	Spinone Italiano dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Otterhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound?	Yes Spinone Italiano dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Otterhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Spinone Italiano is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Otterhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Spinone Italianos are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Otterhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Spinone Italiano or an Otterhound? Compare service capabilities.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Spinone Italiano or an Otterhound? Compare therapy capabilities.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Spinone Italiano or an Otterhound? Compare scenting abilities.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Spinone Italiano or an Otterhound? Compare SAR abilities.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Spinone Italiano or an Otterhound? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Spinone Italiano breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Otterhound breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Spinone Italiano or an Otterhound? Compare draft work capabilities.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Spinone Italiano and Otterhound. Which has stronger military background?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Spinone Italiano and Otterhound. Which has larger litters?	4-8 puppies	4-7 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Spinone Italiano and Otterhound breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Spinone Italiano and Otterhound. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Spinone Italiano and Otterhound. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2000 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1909 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Spinone Italiano and Otterhound. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Spinone Italiano and Otterhound. Which is more widely recognized?	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	American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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