Bracco Italiano Breed Information

  Learn about this dog breed including behavior, physical characteristics, origins, history and more.

Bracco Italiano Breed Information

Learn all about Bracco Italiano dogs, read about the Bracco Italiano breed information, find out about the Bracco Italiano Breed Standard, Bracco Italiano behavior and more.

Bracco Italiano Breed Introduction

The Bracco Italiano breed was popular in Italy during the Renaissance and was given by the Italian government as gifts to VIPs in other countries such as Spain and France.

The Bracco Italiano's Behavior

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Recommended for: pet, hunting dog, working

The Bracco Italiano dog breed is very energetic and requires exercise. Braccos Italianos also tend to be stubborn sometimes but overall they are loyal to their owners and are responsive.

Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behavior. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.

The Bracco Italiano's Physical Characteristics

Here are some of the characteristics of the Bracco Italiano breed as determined by The Kennel Club's (UK) published breed standard.

• Size: males 22 3/4 - 26 1/4 inches; females 21 3/4 - 24 1/2 inches
• Coat: short, dense, glossy
• Color: white, white with orange, amber, or chestnut markings
• Eyes: large, oval, dark ochre or brown
• Ears: set level with eyes, leather extends to nose tip, supple, narrow base, rounded tips
• Muzzle: deep, straight, slightly arched
• Nose: large, spongy, portruding slightly over lips
• Tail: level with croupline, thick base, straight, tends to taper

The Bracco Italiano's Origins and History

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Country/Region of Origin: Italy

Original purpose: sighthounds

Name: Also known as the Italian Pointer

Historical notes: Bracco Italiano dogs are believed to have descended from dogs that were brought by ancient Phoenician traders from Egypt. It is the ancestor of all Italian pointers. It was popular for hunting until interest waned in the 19th century. They are undergoing a revival.

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