Bassefied Kennel, breeders of Spinoni Italiano in South Africa

General information

In 2015 we were introduced to the amazing Spinone Italiano breed! They are pleasers, dedicated to keeping their owners happy. They are loyal, friendly, alert and intelligent dogs. They have an easy going nature, are docile, affectionate and patient. These traits make them great family dogs and companions for children. As a hunt, point and retrieve breed, they are one of the most versatile (and one of the oldest) dog breeds. Making perfect family pets and companions, assistance dogs, keen hunters and great show dogs, a spinone will fit in with most people. They are the largest of the gundog breeds, bigger than Labrador retrievers for example, but with a lower activity and naughtiness level. Males are 60 - 70 cm at withers and weigh 34 - 39 kg. Females are 58 - 65 cm at withers and weigh 28 - 30 kg.

Basic care

Hand stripping of the coat (no clipping or cutting) is needed at least 3 times a year, with weekly brushing and occasional baths. They have low to medium activity levels so daily walks and play is sufficient exercise.

Common health issues include hip and elbow dysplasia and cerebral ataxia, for which our spinone have been health tested.

Our spinoni

Albert Einstein - as his name suggests, our brown roan USA imported male is a clever boy, always looking for stimulation, but not in a naughty way. He is well behaved, a great pleaser and especially in love with his dad, Herman. Genetically, he brings an outcross bloodline to our kennel, widening our gene pool. He is also a pretty boy - already winning at All Breeds Championship shows from the puppy class.

In 2024 we did an imported frozen semen mating. Eight puppies were born and only one was a girl. We themed them the "motorcycle" litter and called her Vespa. She is gorgeous, mischievous and an eager field worker.

In 2022 we attempted a frozen semen AI mating and had 9 beautiful puppies from Lucia and Ala Stannamore del Pino Silvestre. Bassefied Citta Mihanlo, aka Rosa was our pick from the litter. This confident little girl showed natural hunting instincts from an early age, and coupled with her beautiful breed-typical construction, we're expecting great things from her in the field, show rings, and breeding program in future.

Above: Champion Stannamore Antolyza Eliza of Bassefied (aka Lucia) is imported from the world renowned Stannamore kennel in Holland, bred by Annette Wijnsouw. She is the first Spinone in South Africa to complete the SAVHDA Junior Versatile Hunting Test. She also has a KUSA Natural Ability certificate. She loves to work, but also shines in the show rings, with several awards and placements under local and international judges.

Both Lucia and Talia (below) have won hunting titles, Novice Shooting Dog, Shooting Dog, and Novice Retrieving Dog.

Above: Champion Bassefied Tulipano Whittallii, aka Talie, is from Lucia and semen that we imported from the Stannamore Kennel in Holland. Within her first year of showing she qualified for the prestigious Western Cape Top Dog invitational event! Talie also won KUSA National Spinone 2025.

She is also a keen hunter, with great natural instincts! She has a Natural Ability working title. She is a very gentle soul.

We had another successful frozen semen litter and kept Limoncello and Bubbles, brown and white, and brown roan girls. And from the Gigolo litter, Beatrice stayed with us. She has already won Reserve Best Baby Puppy In Show!

Puppies and registration

Our puppies will be dewormed regularly, will receive all inoculations required until they leave for their new homes, are micro-chipped and receive vet check-ups and a vet booklet. Puppies are registered with KUSA (Kennel Union of Southern Africa) under the KUSA registered affix of Bassefied. Breeding restrictions are placed on all our puppies, but these can be discussed and lifted in certain selected cases. We prefer pet puppies to be spayed/neutered. We ask all new owners to sign an agreement of purchase. The breed required health checks and tests will be done on our adults before a mating is done.

For any further information, more pictures, bookings or to come and meet the family, please contact us.

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