Spinone Italiano vs Bearded Collie
Breed Compatibility
80% Compatible
Energy Level
Spinone Italiano: Energetic0.8
Bearded Collie: Regular Exercise0.6
Moderately Compatible
Trainability
Spinone Italiano: Agreeable0.6
Bearded Collie: Independent0.4
Very Compatible
Grooming Needs
Spinone Italiano: Weekly Brushing0.4
Bearded Collie: Daily Brushing0.8
Moderately Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Spinone Italiano3/5
Bearded Collie5/5
Good with Other Dogs
Spinone Italiano4/5
Bearded Collie5/5
Good with Strangers
Spinone Italiano3/5
Bearded Collie4/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
Spinone Italiano
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation risk
Cerebellar Ataxia: Balance coordination
Elbow Dysplasia: Joint development issue
Eye Problems: Various ocular conditions
Bloat: Gastric torsion risk
Allergies: Environmental sensitivities
Bearded Collie
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation risk
Collie Eye Anomaly: Vision concerns
Hypothyroidism: Hormone imbalance
Progressive Retinal Atrophy: Vision loss
Allergies: Environmental sensitivities
Addison's Disease: Adrenal condition
Pros & Cons Comparison
Spinone Italiano
Pros
Excellent family companion
Patient with children
Versatile hunting abilities
Good with other pets
Gentle disposition
Cons
Needs regular exercise
Can be stubborn
Requires regular grooming
May drool considerably
Not suited for apartment living
Bearded Collie
Pros
Intelligent and trainable
Excellent family companion
Good with children
Weather-resistant coat
Cons
High grooming needs
Requires extensive exercise
Can be stubborn
Frequent barking
Spinone Italiano Fun Fact
Their distinctive beard and eyebrows aren't just for show - they help protect their eyes while hunting in dense brush!
Bearded Collie Fun Fact
Their unique bouncing herding style earned them the nickname 'bouncing Beardie' among Scottish shepherds!
Heritage & Purpose
Spinone Italiano
Origin:
Developed in Italy's Piedmont region during the 16th century as a versatile hunting dog, excelling in difficult terrain and specialized in pointing and retrieving game birds.
Bearded Collie
Origin:
Scottish shepherds developed these dogs in the highlands during the 16th century for herding sheep and cattle across challenging terrain. Their distinctive coat protected them in harsh weather.
Special Considerations
Spinone Italiano
Weekly brushing required to maintain coat. Needs significant daily exercise. Regular health monitoring for breed-specific conditions like hip dysplasia and cerebellar ataxia.
Bearded Collie
Daily coat brushing essential to prevent matting. Requires significant exercise commitment. Regular eye and hip checks needed. Tendency to bark needs early training attention.
Shedding
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