I find that it is not too onerous a task to keep my Spinone groomed.
Spins require hand stripping, but the coat comes away quite easily.
Also, food particles, mud etc in it can lead to quite a revolting spectacle. I also periodically wash it with water with a little of one of those proprietary anibacterial hand washes in it. In the final analysis, I think it is fair to say that the Spinone is not a dog who requires very little attention in the way of grooming, but neither does it require large amounts of time. This is a public discussion forum and all messages posted herein represent the views of the individual authors. Copyright 1997-2000, Spinone Club of America.