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A Bracco Italiano
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Large Miscellaneous Class

Bracco Italiano

Also called Bracco, Italian Pointer and Italian Pointing Dog

  • Great with kids
  • Needs space

The Bracco Italiano is a large breed of gun dog that originated in Italy. It is a powerful and athletic breed, with a long, wiry coat. Its head is large and round, with small, erect ears. Its legs are strong and muscular, and its tail is usually docked. The Bracco Italiano is an intelligent and loyal breed, and it makes an excellent family pet. It is an active breed, and it needs plenty of exercise and mental stimulation. It is loyal and affectionate, and it enjoys spending time with its family.

Weight
44–90 lb (20–41 kg)
Height at the shoulder
21–27 in (53–69 cm)
Life span
12–14 years
Exercise
About 60 minutes a day
Coat
Short
Origin
Piedmont / northern Italy, Italy

Traits

Family and friends

  • Great with children
  • Good with other dogs
  • Friendly with strangers

Home and activity

  • Energetic
  • Needs space
  • Barks a little
  • Easy to train

Care

  • Little grooming
  • Sheds moderately
  • Drools sometimes

Temperament

Affectionate Docile Gentle Intelligent Loyal Sensitive

Coat colours

Chestnut (liver) roan, orange roan, white, white and chestnut (amber), white and orange and white patched with orange or chestnut

Males and females

MalesFemales
Weight 55–90 lb (25–41 kg) 44–77 lb (20–35 kg)
Height 23–27 in (58–69 cm) 21–25 in (53–64 cm)

Recognized by

American Kennel Club (AKC), Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI), The Kennel Club (UK) (KC) and United Kennel Club (UKC)


Caring for a Bracco Italiano

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Veterinarians

Check-ups and vaccinations through its 12–14 years.

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Dog walkers

Needs about 60 minutes of exercise a day.

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Dog daycares

Sociable and lively: daycare keeps it busy while you work.

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Pet sitters

Someone to look after it while you’re away.

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Sources

Breed details from The Dog API.