Gordon Setter vs Spinone Italiano
Gordon Setter
The Gordon Setter is an intelligent and self-confident hunting dog with a friendly and balanced nature.
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Spinone Italiano
The Spinone Italiano is a friendly and balanced hunting dog with a gentle nature.
View profile→| Attribute | Gordon Setter | Spinone Italiano |
|---|---|---|
| Size | Large | Large |
| Height | 58 - 69 cm | 56 - 69 cm |
| Weight | 28 kg | 32 kg |
| Life Expectancy | 13 years | 11 years |
| FCI Group | Companion and Toy Dogs | Companion and Toy Dogs |
| Grooming | Medium | Low |
| Shedding | Medium | Medium |
| Energy Level | High | Medium |
| Trainability | Low | Low |
| Child Friendly | Medium | High |
| Character | The Gordon Setter is an intelligent and self-confident hunting dog with a friendly and balanced nature. | The Spinone Italiano is a friendly and balanced hunting dog with a gentle nature. |
Comparison
Gordon Setter
Spinone Italiano
Summary
The Gordon Setter is a large dog (28 kg) with a life expectancy of 13 years. The Spinone Italiano is large (32 kg) and lives 11 years. For grooming, the Gordon Setter rates medium, the Spinone Italiano low. The Gordon Setter scores medium for child-friendliness, the Spinone Italiano high. For beginners, the Spinone Italiano is the better choice.
Which breed is a better fit?
For Beginners
Spinone Italiano has low trainability with medium energy
Spinone ItalianoFor Families
Spinone Italiano has high child-friendliness
Spinone ItalianoFor Active People
Gordon Setter has high energy level
Gordon SetterLow Maintenance
Spinone Italiano: grooming low, shedding medium
Spinone ItalianoFor Apartments
Spinone Italiano is large with medium energy
Spinone ItalianoFrequently Asked Questions
The Gordon Setter is a large dog (28 kg) with high energy. The Spinone Italiano is large (32 kg) with medium energy. The Gordon Setter lives 13 years, the Spinone Italiano 11 years.