English Toy Terrier has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Spinone Italiano has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Hunting
Energetic

Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Loyal
Docile
Patient

English Toy Terriers aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Spinone Italianos are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Great Britain

Italy

Old English Black and Tan Terrier, Manchester Terrier

italian rough-haired dog

16th Century

ancient times

Brown
Amber

Brown
Amber

Black

Brown
Isabella

Pied
Black
Brown

Brown
Isabella
Fawn
White
Pied

English Toy Terriers have short coats.

Spinone Italianos have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wiry

An English Toy Terrier can have a litter of 14-16 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Spinone Italiano can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

English Toy Terriers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Spinone Italianos have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

English Toy Terriers are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

While the Spinone Italiano breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Pateller Luxation

Bloat
Ataxia

Skin Allergies
Skin Conditions

Otitis Externa
Ectropion
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism

Skin Evaluation
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination
Skin Biopsy or Intradermal Tests for specific allergies
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

Eye
Hip
Blood Test
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination

English Toy Terrier minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Spinone Italiano excessively drools, consider a different breed if not appealing.

English Toy Terriers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Spinone Italiano dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

English Toy Terrier dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

While Spinone Italiano dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

English Toy Terriers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Spinone Italianos are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Spinone Italiano dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For English Toy Terrier, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Spinone Italiano, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most English Toy Terriers usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Spinone Italianos usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The English Toy Terrier is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Spinone Italiano requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 6-8 pound (3 - 4 kg) English Toy Terrier feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 70-84 pound (32 - 38 kg) Spinone Italiano feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of an English Toy Terrier is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Spinone Italiano is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of an English Toy Terrier is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Spinone Italiano is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

English Toy Terrier is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Spinone Italiano has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

English Toy Terriers are adaptable and resilient, making them ideal for those seeking a less sensitive pet.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

English Toy Terriers can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Spinone Italianos are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

English Toy Terriers are not the best choice for families with kids.

Spinone Italianos make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

English Toy Terriers are not cat friendly.

Spinone Italianos are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

English Toy Terriers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Spinone Italianos are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

English Toy Terriers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Spinone Italianos are highly friendly around strangers.

English Toy Terriers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Spinone Italianos have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

English Toy Terriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Spinone Italianos are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.