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Italian Pointing Dog (Bracco Italiano)
Large Breed
The Italian Pointing Dog is the perfect combination of hunting companion and tranquil pet for home life. It has an affectionate and easy going nature which has helped to make it popular with the individual and family alike.
Breed standards
Country of origin
Italy
Weight
25-40 kgs/55-88 lbs (standards may vary)
Height
Male 58-67 cm/23 1/2 - 26 3/4 inches; Female 55-62 cm/ 22-24 3/4 inches (standards may vary)
Coat
Short, glossy and dense hair on the body with shorter, finer hair on the head, ears, front of the legs and feet.
Markings
White. Patches of orange or chestnut can be found, as well as possible chestnut speckles, some may also have a face mask.
Lifespan
12-13 years
It enjoys being outside and can turn from a docile pet to a working dog in a split second. The Italian Pointing Dog is a loyal breed that loves to be around its family and will never be happier than when it is in the company of people.
Temperament
The Italian Pointing Dog is an affectionate breed that is equally happy and performs well whether it's time to work or play. This loyal breed can work extremely well in the field but, on its return to the home, will also return to its docile, peaceful state. It is a very social breed and the more time that is spent with it the more it will flourish. The Italian Pointing Dog can be slightly stubborn and requires training from an early age to stop it becoming overly sensitive as it gets older.
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PoorChildrenGood
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VeryCombativenessNot very
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VeryDominanceNot very
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Not veryFriendlinessGood
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Not veryIndependenceVery
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LoudNoiseQuiet
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Not veryTrainabilityVery
Good to know
The Italian Pointing Dog is a loving and loyal breed that will perform well as a working dog and a pet or companion. It was originally bred for tracking, pointing and retrieving on land and in water.
- A loyal companion
- An excellent point, hunt and retrieve dog
- No trimming or stripping
- Very little grooming
- Good for novice owners
- Requires sufficient daily exercise
- Better with a yard
- Can be stubborn and over sensitive
- Can be prone to hip dysplasia, kidney disease, and bloat