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 For the Health of our Dogs
Leishmaniasis

Current Status and Recommendations  for Leishmaniasis from the BHC
"Visceral Leishmaniasis in Dogs" by Peter M. Schantz, VMD, PhD, Parasitic Diseases at the CDC
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The Spinoni Italiano, also known as the Spinone, Italian Spinone, or Italian Griffon is a large, rugged dog of distinctive appearance. He has a long head, with hanging ears and eyes described as "human like." In body he is a substantial, strong boned dog of square build. This deep-chested breed has a topline that slopes slightly up from below the withers to the muscular hindquarters. Everything about this breed indicates great strength as well as stamina. Suited for hunting in all climates and on all terrain. Its coat in fact protects it from the water and freezing temperatures of the swamp. It goes nonchalantly into cold, deep water, being an excellent swimmer and a model retriever.

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July 2001