Bracco Italiano Dog Breed Information, Images, Characteristics, Health

Basic Information - Bracco Italiano for Sale

Group:

Gun dog

Origin:

Italy

Height Male:

58 - 67 cm22 - 27 inches

Height Female:

55 - 62 cm21 - 25 inches

Weight Male:

25 - 40 kg55 - 89 pounds

Weight Female:

23 - 40 kg50 - 89 pounds

Life Span:

12 - 14 Years

Litter Size:

4 - 6

Size:

Large

Other Names:

Italian Pointer Italian Pointing Dog

Colors Available:

Orange and White, Chestnut and White with some freckling

Coat:

Short, dense and glossy

Shedding:

Minimal

Temperament:

Affectionate, Alert, Cheerful, Courageous, Curious, Docile, Energetic, Friendly, Gentle, Independent, Intelligent, Lively, Loving, Loyal, Outgoing, Playful, Protective, Quiet, Responsive, Social, Sweet

Grooming:

Low Maintenance

Trainability:

Easy

Hypoallergenic:

Kids Friendly:

Yes

New Owners Friendly:

Yes

History - Bracco Italiano for Sale

The attractive and popular breed in Italy, the Bracco Italiano was used for tracking and retrieving, evolving in Piedmont and Lombardy. It is believed the Bracco Italiano came about from crossing the Segugio with the ancient Asiatic Mastiff.

There are people however, who believe that the breed goes back to the St Hubert Hound, but it is certain that both hounds and gundogs are part of the breed’s ancestry. The dog only arrived in Britain in the last decade of the 20th century.

Description - Bracco Italiano for Sale

His Looks:

bracco italiano puppy - description The Bracco Italiano is a large athletic, muscular dog. He stands at 58–67cm, weighing anything between 25 – 40kg. He reminds one somewhat of a German Short-haired Pointer. He has long ears and a serious expression, and this reminds one of a Bloodhound. He has short, shiny hair with his coat being white and chestnut or orange. The tail of the Bracco Italiano has always been docked, giving him an attractive, distinctive look but with rules and regulations coming in regarding docking, the long tail is often left intact. His eyes are brown.

His Temperament

Braccos are wonderful pets – they are intelligent, loving, gentle and amicable, getting on well with children in the home as well as with other pets. Socialize and train them and they become gentle and obedient. They long to be involved with their human family and will adapt to life in the city or the country so long as they are made to feel like family. He is alert and makes a good watchdog. As with most other dogs, they can’t be bought, loved as a puppy and then ignored and left to themselves when they grow into adults.

Characteristics - Bracco Italiano for Sale

bracco italiano dog - characteristics The gentle, amicable Bracco Italiano is a versatile dog that can be a super sport companion for active people and it can also be an exceptional companion for families and older people. He has a sweet, gentle expression and his amicable nature makes him easy to love. He is alert though, and therefore can be both protector and friend at the same time.

Overall, this easy going dog with his low maintenance coat can make an excellent 4-legged addition to any family.

Health Problems - Bracco Italiano for Sale

bracco italiano puppies - health problems There don’t appear to be any major health issues with your Bracco Italiano and he can live to be 12, 13 or 14 years of age. Because he is a large breed however, you will need to watch out for hip dysplasia.

Hip dysplasia is a common skeletal disease with dogs and larger dogs have the genetic predisposition for hip dysplasia. Your dog can develop joint inflammation with pain and lameness.

Other health problems to look out for include kidney disease (Amaloidosis), cherry eye which results in dry eye. If you want to buy a Bracco Italiano, you should ask the breeder about the medical history of the parents.

Caring The Pet - Bracco Italiano for Sale

Grooming:

bracco italiano dogs - caring These dogs are moderate shedders so he will simply need a good brushing twice a week to ensure the coat is kept shiny and free from loose hairs. Nails should be clipped from time to time and he will also need to have his long ears checked for cleanliness. Long-eared dog breeds are more susceptible to canine ear infections.

Feeding:

The Bracco is a large dog and therefore he will require a high quality, large-breed dog food formula. Your veterinarian can even recommend a quality commercially manufactured food for large, energetic dogs and which comes with all the vitamins and minerals required for such a breed.

Your vet will recommend you steer clear of foods with cheap fillers, lots of preservatives, sugar and colorants. He has a glossy, dense short coat and you want to ensure he gets raw meat, rice and vegetables from time to time to ensure that the beautiful coat never becomes dull and dry.

Cool, fresh water must always be available to him. Diet and nutrition is an important decision for your pet as it will ultimately affect his long term health.

Bracco Italiano Dog Breed Information, Images, Characteristics, Health

Basic Information - Bracco Italiano for Sale

History - Bracco Italiano for Sale

Description - Bracco Italiano for Sale

His Looks:

His Temperament

Characteristics - Bracco Italiano for Sale

Health Problems - Bracco Italiano for Sale

Caring The Pet - Bracco Italiano for Sale

Grooming:

Feeding:

Comparison with other breeds