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The Spinone is a versatile hunting dog of ancient heritage with origins in northern Italy. It has a very resistant thick skin and harsh coat well suited to the field. The Spinone has been characterized as a dog "...that does not hunt for themselves but for their master" and is "not too fast in their speed while searching out game". Their gentle disposition and docile temperament make them an excellent family companion as well.
The Spinone Italiano is most commonly known as the Spinone (pl. Spinoni Italiani), but is also known as the Italian Spinone and the Italian Griffon. Pronunciation in Italian is Spi - no - nay (singular) and Spi - no -nee (plural).
This Web Site is dedicated to the Spinone Club of America (SCOA) the largest registry recognized Spinone Italiano Breed Club in the United States.
The SCOA's mission is to promote the Spinone Italiano Dog Breed. Our intent is to offer you an open forum of information about this wonderful, relatively rare, dog breed. Learn about the Club and its activities in Club Info, you can also see our Constitution, By-Laws, Code of Ethics and find out How to Become a Member.
The SCOA NEWS lists upcoming events of special interest to Spinone owners and members. Also, find out about the current AKC status of our admission to the AKC Sporting Group. You'll also find information about our members recent achievements in the show and obedience rings, as well as, hunting and field trial activities.
In Breed Info you can get an overview of the Spinone Italiano's conformation, temperament and History, which appears to have originated in the Northern Italy Piedmont region many centuries ago. Acquaint yourself with the Official Conformation and Working Standards. Also, watch for breeding and Health information and concerns. Find training tips and techniques in the Sports of Obedience, Hunting, Agility and Conformation.
Spinone Rescue - Heard of a Spinone in trouble, or in need of a new home? Contact a member near you. Find out how to let us know of any Spinoni in distress, so we can work out the Rescue.
The Litter Registry is of interest to breeders and those looking for a Spinone puppy. The Registry maintains lists of available puppies from reputable breeders that have met OFA and SCOA Breeding Requirements.
Find out what it is like to live with a Spinone Italiano. See submissions from our members and friends. The Picture Galleries includes numerous pictures of dogs and events, articles, poems and art work from our members. You can also find links to highlights from the SCOA Newsletters Web Site where we are busy archiving all our newsletters starting from 1989.
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This page was last modified: March 08, 2005
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