Logo for Barbara Bagnata Spinoni, featuring a cartoon illustration of a family of three Italian spinone dogs with orange background, and text stating 'Family dogs that show & hunt,' '@spinoniusa,' and 'Est. 1999.'

Welcome to my Spinone world!

I am a Historic Breed Preservationist. I work to maintain the form and function of this historic breed, as well as protecting the Spinone temperament and character. I will do my best in performing due diligence as mother nature throws curve balls.

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A small white puppy and a large shaggy dog meet face-to-face outdoors on grass, with a wooden fence and trees in the background.

I learned about Spinoni in 1998 and got my first girl, Mia in 1999. Starting with Mia, and over the years, I have engaged in hunt tests, field work, conformation showing and some obedience. My pups have excelled in hunting, conformation, agility, obedience, service, therapy and most importantly, companions. In these 25+ years, I have worked to learn about pedigrees, structure and how it aids function, and to be educated and realistic concerning health issues in the Spinone. Most importantly, I have worked and continue to learn more about the breed from respected breeders, not only in the USA, but worldwide.

A light-colored dog with long ears and a blue collar, standing indoors near a door with a window
A small dog and a large dog meeting on grass outside, with trees in the background.
Dog running through deep snow in winter, with snow-covered trees and buildings in the background.
A dog with light brown and white fur sitting outdoors on a grassy area.
A person petting a happy, scruffy white dog sitting on a park bench.
Two dogs playing together outdoors, one with a black and gray coat and the other with a white coat, sharing a ball.
Six men in camouflage clothing standing behind a line of hunted ducks laid out on a table, with a dog sitting beside them outdoors near a body of water.