Spinone? Is that a pasta? No, it is an ancient hunting breed from Italy. The Spinone is a wire coated medium sized dog with lots of love to give and strong instincts as an accomplished hunting dog. This bearded companion with soon be in your top ten when you listen to this week's episode of What's in a Dog?

Sources: 

https://www.academia.edu/

Spinone Italiano - Complete History and Development - Project Upland

Complete History And Evolution Of The Spinone Italiano | Spinone Life

Spinone Italiano History: A Hardworking Hunter – American Kennel Club (akc.org)