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Italian Volpino (Italian Spitz)
Small Breed
The Italian Volpino is a lively breed with a cheerful and upbeat personality. They are a very affectionate little dog who makes an excellent playmate for all, especially children.
Breed standards
Country of origin
Italy
Weight
5 kgs (11 lbs)
Height
Male 27- 30 cm / 10 1/2 - 11 3/4 inches; Female 25-28 cm / 9 - 10 inches (standards may vary)
Coat
Dense, very long and exceptionally straight and standing-off. Of harsh texture with straight stiff guard hairs; must never be falling flat but be upstanding even when there is not of a lot of coat.
Markings
Self-white or red. Champagne colour accepted but not desirable.
Lifespan
Average 12-14 years
The Italian Volpino is a beautiful breed that has a soft, fluffy coat. Its loving and playful nature has made the breed a favourite to all who come across it.
Temperament
The Italian Volpino is a very cheerful breed that loves to play with its family and be around them. They are very energetic and make great playmates for children. Wary of strangers they also make good watchdogs. They are vigilant and territorial with a distinct temperament therefore sufficient early socialisation and training is essential.
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PoorChildrenGood
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VeryCombativenessNot very
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VeryDominanceNot very
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Not veryFriendlinessGood
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Not veryIndependenceVery
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LoudNoiseQuiet
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Not veryTrainabilityVery
Good to know
The Italian Volpino is a beautiful breed with a loving happy temperament and will happily play with its family. The Italian Volpino was originally bred as a guard and companion dog.
- Makes a wonderful family pet and companion
- Excels as a watchdog
- Happy in most climates
- Good for apartment living when sufficiently exercised
- Regular grooming needed
- Requires regular exercise