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Name	Spinone Italiano	Otterhound	Goldendoodle
Origins	Italy	England	United States Canada
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Italian Coarsehaired Pointer Italian Griffon Italian Wire-Haired Pointer Spinone Italian Spinone	Otter Dog	Curly Retriever Goldenpoo Curly Golden
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound vs Goldendoodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound vs Goldendoodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Spinone Italiano or Otterhound or Goldendoodle? Which is the smallest dog, Spinone Italiano or Otterhound or Goldendoodle?	Large Medium	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Spinone Italiano or Otterhound or Otterhound? Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound vs Goldendoodle weight comparison:	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 50-70 pounds (22-31 kg)	66-115 pounds (30-52 kg)	Miniature: 15-30 pounds (7-14 kg)Standard: 45-100 pounds (20-45 kg), Medium: 30-45 pounds (14-20 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)	Miniature: 22.5 pounds (10.5 kg)Standard: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Medium: 37.5 pounds (17 kg)
Height Which is taller, Spinone Italiano or Otterhound or Goldendoodle? Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound vs Goldendoodle height comparison:	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)	24-26 inches (60-65 cm)	13-24 inches (33-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)	25 inches (62.5 cm)	18.5 inches (47 cm)

Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound vs Goldendoodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Spinone Italiano or Otterhound or Goldendoodle? Which is more expensive?	$1500-$2000	$500-$600	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Spinone Italiano or Otterhound or Goldendoodle?	Frequent: The Spinone Italiano is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Otterhound is easier than average to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound vs Goldendoodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound vs Goldendoodle intelligence:	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.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound vs Goldendoodle trainability comparison.	Spinone Italiano dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Otterhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Spinone Italiano or Otterhound or Goldendoodle?	Spinone Italiano dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Otterhound dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Spinone Italiano or Otterhound or Goldendoodle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Spinone Italiano dogs are average defenders. See more.	Otterhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound vs Goldendoodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Spinone Italiano or Otterhound or Goldendoodle? Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound vs Goldendoodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Friendly Docile Affectionate Patient Loyal Gentle	Outright Tempered Boisterous Amiable	Energetic Intelligent Friendly Trainable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	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.	They are a little bit more 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 vs Goldendoodle?	Average to High: Spinone Italiano dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Otterhound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Goldendoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound vs Goldendoodle social needs comparison:	Spinone Italiano dogs are a social breed. See more.	Otterhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	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.	Goldendoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? 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.	Goldendoodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound vs Goldendoodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound vs Goldendoodle playfulness comparison:	Average: Spinone Italianos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Otterhound is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Goldendoodle is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound vs Goldendoodle?	Low to Average: The Spinone Italiano rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Otterhound barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Goldendoodle barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Spinone Italiano or Otterhound or Goldendoodle?	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.	Very house-friendly dog the Goldendoodle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound vs Goldendoodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	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.	Goldendoodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Spinone Italiano or Otterhound or Goldendoodle?	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound vs Goldendoodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Spinone Italiano or Otterhound or Goldendoodle?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Spinone Italiano bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Otterhound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Goldendoodle bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Spinone Italiano has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Otterhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Goldendoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound vs Goldendoodle mouthiness comparison:	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.	Goldendoodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound vs Goldendoodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound vs Goldendoodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound vs Goldendoodle?	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.	Goldendoodles are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound vs Goldendoodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound vs Goldendoodle health problems comparison:	Bloat Cerebellar Ataxia	Joint Problems Bloat Epilepsy Glanzmann's Thrombasthenia	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Addison's Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	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.	Rare The Goldendoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound vs Goldendoodle lifespan comparison. How long do Spinone Italiano, Otterhound and Goldendoodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Spinone Italiano: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Otterhound: 11 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Goldendoodle: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound vs Goldendoodle?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound vs Goldendoodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Spinone Italiano or Otterhound or Goldendoodle? Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound vs Goldendoodle energy level comparison:	Spinone Italiano dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Otterhound dogs are high-energy dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound vs Goldendoodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Spinone Italiano or Otterhound or Goldendoodle? 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.	Goldendoodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Spinone Italiano or Otterhound or Goldendoodle?	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.	Goldendoodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound vs Goldendoodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Spinone Italiano or Otterhound or Goldendoodle?	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.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound vs Goldendoodle weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Spinone Italiano has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Otterhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Goldendoodle has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound vs Goldendoodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound vs Goldendoodle coat comparison:	Wiry	Rough Waterproof	Curly Wavy Smooth Straight
Colors What are the original Spinone Italiano, Otterhound and Goldendoodle color?	White Brown Orange Roan	Black Tan Blue Cream Wheaten	Black Gray Red White Brown Yellow
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Spinone Italiano or Otterhound or Goldendoodle? Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound vs Goldendoodle grooming comparison:	Average: The Spinone Italiano requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Otterhound requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Spinone Italiano or Otterhound or Goldendoodle? Spinone Italiano or Otterhound or {name3 shedding:	Spinone Italiano dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Otterhound dogs shed above average. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Spinone Italiano or Otterhound or Goldendoodle?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound vs Goldendoodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound vs Goldendoodle?	Medium ⏺ The Spinone Italiano has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Otterhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Goldendoodle has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	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.	The Goldendoodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound vs Goldendoodle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly 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.	Goldendoodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Spinone Italiano or Otterhound or Goldendoodle? Which dog is more friendly?	Spinone Italiano dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Otterhound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Spinone Italiano or Otterhound or Goldendoodle?	Spinone Italiano dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Otterhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Spinone Italiano or Otterhound or Goldendoodle?	Spinone Italiano dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Otterhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Goldendoodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Spinone Italiano or Otterhound or Goldendoodle?	Spinone Italiano dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Otterhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound vs Goldendoodle?	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.	Yes Goldendoodle 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.	No Goldendoodle 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.	Goldendoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound vs Goldendoodle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	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.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Spinone Italiano or Otterhound or Goldendoodle? Which is better for autism?	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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	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.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound vs Goldendoodle?	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.	Not really Goldendoodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	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.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound vs Goldendoodle Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Spinone Italiano and Otterhound and Goldendoodle have?	4-8 puppies	4-7 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Spinone Italiano vs Otterhound vs Goldendoodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2000 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1909 as a Hound breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	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.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry

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