Volpino Italiano Size Compared to a Person
A Volpino Italiano stands 11″ at the shoulder and weighs about 11 lb — that puts it at 17% of the height of an average adult (5′4″ / 64″). Of the 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #223 by shoulder height and falls into the small-breed size class (Small breeds, 11–15").
How a Volpino Italiano compares
| Volpino Italiano | Person | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shoulder height | 11″ | 64″ | -53″ |
| Weight | 11 lb | 135 lb | -124 lb |
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About the Volpino Italiano
The Volpino Italiano, also known as the Italian Spitz, is a charming small breed that has been a beloved companion in Italy for over a thousand years. Its name translates to "little Italian fox" — a fitting description for this fluffy, alert dog with its pointed muzzle, perky ears, and luxurious white or red coat. Volpinos were favorites of Italian nobility and artists during the Renaissance, and Michelangelo himself is said to have owned one.
Similar-size breeds
The 8 breeds in the Small size class with shoulder height closest to the Volpino Italiano.
- American Eskimo — 11″ / 8 lb (same height)
- Australian Terrier — 11″ / 18 lb (same height)
- Bichon Frise — 11″ / 15 lb (same height)
- Bichpoo — 11″ / 12 lb (same height)
- Bolognese — 11″ / 8 lb (same height)
- Boston Terrier — 11″ / 19 lb (same height)
- Coton de Tulear — 11″ / 12 lb (same height)
- Doxiepoo — 11″ / 18 lb (same height)
Frequently asked
- How tall is a Volpino Italiano?
- An adult Volpino Italiano stands about 11 inches at the shoulder (AKC mid-range, male). Females typically run 1–2 inches shorter, and individual variation within the breed is roughly ±2 inches.
- Is a Volpino Italiano considered a small dog?
- Yes — at 11" / 11 lb, the Volpino Italiano falls into the small-breed size class (shoulder height 11–15"). Out of 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #223 tallest.
- How does a Volpino Italiano compare to a person?
- At 11" tall, a Volpino Italiano stands about 17% of the height of an average adult (5'4" / 64"). The chart on this page draws both silhouettes at the same pixel-per-inch scale so the proportion you see is the real ratio.
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