I have to say, as someone who has personally owned a Spinone and has allergies, the Italian Spinone is definitely not hypoallergenic. While they may have a wiry-haired, single coat, they still shed quite a bit and produce dander. And let me tell you, dander is a big problem for allergy sufferers like myself.
I remember when I first got my Spinone, I was so excited because I had heard that they were hypoallergenic. But my excitement quickly turned to disappointment when I realized that I was still experiencing allergy symptoms despite having a breed that was supposed to be hypoallergenic.
I soon learned that hypoallergenic doesn’t mean allergy-free. Even though the Spinone’s wiry coat may not release as much hair as other breeds, they still shed moderately. And it’s not just the hair that causes allergies, it’s also the saliva and dander. And let me tell you, Spinoni have plenty of both.
I would often find myself sneezing and itching whenever my Spinone would come near me. And it wasn’t just me, my friends and family who also have allergies would have the same reaction when they visited. It was a bit disheartening because I had hoped that getting a hypoallergenic breed would alleviate my allergy symptoms, but that wasn’t the case.
So, if you’re considering getting an Italian Spinone and you have allergies, I would definitely proceed with caution. While they may have some qualities that make them less likely to trigger allergies, they are by no means hypoallergenic. Make sure to spend some time with a Spinone before bringing one into your home to see if you have any allergic reactions. It’s always better to be safe than sorry when it comes to allergies.
The Italian Spinone is not hypoallergenic. They may have a wiry-haired, single coat, but they still shed moderately and produce dander, both of which can trigger allergies. If you have allergies and are considering getting a Spinone, it’s important to spend time with the breed beforehand to see if you have any allergic reactions.