Bracco Italiano

Bracco Italiano
The Bracco Italiano is a hunting dog breed known for its sweet and affectionate nature. It is a modern Italian breed known for its pointed mouth and a people-loving personality.
Origin
The Bracco Italiano is a large-sized dog that originates from Italy and is the oldest European Pointer. The Bracco Italiano is a hunting dog that became popular in the Italian royal families. They used to drive games into nets or flush birds and other prey from falcons. The UKC (United Kennel Club) recognized the Bracco Italiano as a purebred dog in 2006. The AKC has included the breed in their FSS (Foundation Stock Service), but it is not eligible for full recognition in AKC.
Size
The Bracco Italiano is a large-sized breed with a shoulder height of 22-26 inches. They weigh around 55 to 90 pounds. It is an old breed; it can be smaller, generally more prominent than its average size. It has a solid and muscular body, with the skin being thinner on some body parts.
Coat
The Bracco Italiano has a short and dense coat, and the hair is faster on the head, ears, and front legs. They have short coats suitable for extreme weather, so prepare your pet accordingly when you bring them to extreme hot and cold climates. They are generally seen in white color or with orange, chestnut, or amber markings, and the markings can be larger and prominent or pale.
Temperament
The Bracco Italiano is a happy and cheerful dog with an even temperament. It is a perfect dog for those looking for a hunting and working companion. These dogs are full of energy and best suitable for homes with backyards. They are excellent family companion dogs ideal for all households, from individual to family with kids. They are not watchdogs, but they will alert you if they sense a change in the surrounding. They love to spend time with human companions, playing games, or going for a walk. They may suffer from separation anxiety or become destructive if left alone for so long. They have a strong hunting instinct due to being bred initially to hunt, but this can be overcome by early socialization and proper training.
Care
The Bracco Italiano has high energy requirements and needs at least 1 hour of walk and some play sessions to keep them physically fit and mentally stimulated. They require constant human interactions to keep them occupied. They are obedient and easy to train, but the breed is sensitive to harsh treatment, and strict tones, so excessive strictness is not recommended. The breed does not require a lot of grooming; brushing once a week is enough to keep their coat healthy and clean. Maintain their overall hygiene by cleaning their eyes and ears, trimming nails regularly, and brushing their teeth daily.
Health
The Bracco Italiano has a lifespan of 10-12 years. It is generally healthy but prone to health problems such as Hip Dysplasia, Entropion, Umbilical Hernia, and ear infections. Take your vet for regular health check-ups and get the health clearance when you get the dog home.