The Spinone Italiano (Italian pronunciation: ) is an Italian dog breed. It was originally bred as a versatile gun dog. To this day, the breed is still a capable dog for that purpose. Non-working UK based Italian Spinones are no longer docked, in accordance with current legislation. Even as adults, Spinoni retain disproportionate, puppy-like, webbed paws which make them powerful swimmers. It can be more than happy in a small yard and does not necessarily need acres of land. A small garden combined with regular walks would suit a Spinone well. It can be more than happy in a small yard and does not necessarily need acres of land. A small garden combined with regular walks would suit a Spinone well. A small garden combined with regular walks would suit a Spinone well.