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Photo: American Kennel Club A member of the Sporting Group, the Spinone Italiano is the 112th most popular breed in the United States, according to 2008 American Kennel Club® registration statistics. The Spinone has not been an AKC-recognized breed for long, but its sociable and affectionate temperament and distinctive appearance have gained it many admirers! With large, hanging ears, a scruffy beard and eyes described as "human-like," this pup's unforgettable face helped launch the breed onto the big screen in the recent film "Hotel for Dogs." A Look Back The Spinone Italiano, or Italian Pointer, is Italy's all-purpose hunting dog. An ancient breed, with origins in Northern Italty, his ...