The Bracco Italiano is a hunting dog breed in Italy, but they're also gaining popularity as a gentle and friendly family pet. The Bracco Italiano has a striking appearance, with large ears, drooping lips, and a melancholy face. They are said to be an old breed, with origins in the fourth or fifth centuries B.C.

The Italian Pointer, The Italian Pointing Dog, and Bracco are some of the various names for the Bracco Italiano. If this dog breed appeals to you, you might be able to find one in a shelter or a breed-specific rescue. It's always preferable to adopt rather than shop!

These intelligent canines have boundless activity and thrive in homes with yards. The Bracco is suitable for all types of households, from singles to big families with children. They are not watchdogs, but they will alert you if they see a change in their surroundings. The Bracco Italiano may be the appropriate dog for you if you want an enthusiastic dog who will keep you on your toes and love you unconditionally!

Bracco Italiano Highlights
Breed Size	Large
Nature	Playful, Friendly
Energy Level	Active
Intelligence	High
Barking Level	Frequent
Coat Length	Short
Breed Group	Gundog
Droll Amount	Low
Good with	Familes, Children, Dog
Feed Level	Medium, High
Colour Type	White and chestnut, Orange and white, White and amber
Other Facts	East to train, easy to groop, easy for walking, easy to handle, or loyal for their owners.

Dog History

The Bracco Italiano is a big dog breed that originated in Italy and is said to be Europe's oldest pointer. Paintings of dogs that look like today's Bracco Italiano date back to the 4th and 5th centuries BC, while paintings of dogs that look like this breed occur during the Renaissance in the 14th century from Italy. According to some historians, the Bracco Italiano was bred from a Segugio Italiano and an Asiatic Mastiff.

The Medici and Gonzaga dynasties developed these hunting hounds, which were famous among Italian elite families. Their initial mission was to force wildlife into nets or flush falconers' birds and other prey. When hunters began to employ guns, the Bracco was utilised to recover them.

In the early twentieth century, the Bracco Italiano's numbers began to diminish. Ferdinando Delor de Ferrabouc, an Italian breeder, restored the breed and formed the Societa Amitori Bracco Italiano. The breed is still popular as a hunting and working companion in Europe and the United States today.

The Bracco Italiano was recognised as a purebred dog by the United Kennel Club (UKC) in 2006. The Bracco Italiano Club of America was founded a year later to push the American Kennel Club (AKC) to officially recognise the breed. Since 2001, the AKC has recognised this breed in its Foundation Stock Service, and since 2010, they have permitted them to compete in some events, although they have not yet given them full recognition.

Health and Care

The Bracco Italiano may be prone to some of the same health problems that most pointing dog breeds encounter. While most are typically healthy, some may be prone to a few health problems, which is why proper care and frequent veterinarian visits are essential.

The following are some of the more prevalent health issues that the Bracco Italiano face:

• Hip dysplasia
• Entropion
• Umbilical hernias
• Ear mites

Care

• You should keep up with your Bracco Italiano's routine veterinarian exams, just like you do with any other dog, to spot any health issues early. Your veterinarian can assist you in developing a care routine for your dog that will keep him healthy.
• Bracco Italianos are prone to gaining weight and have a lot of energy. Ensure that your dog receives at least one decent half-hour to hour-long walk every day, with a couple nice, energetic play sessions and shorter walks thrown in for good measure.
• Check their ears for dirt and vermin on a regular basis, and clean them according to your veterinarian's instructions. Once or twice a month, trim your dog's nails before they become too long. They shouldn't be slamming into the ground. Your groomer may be able to assist us with this.
• Maintaining the dental health of your Bracco Italiano will be your primary priority when it comes to their care. Because many dogs are prone to dental problems, you should wash their teeth on a daily basis. Your veterinarian can show you how to properly brush your dog's teeth.

Dog Breed Care Tips and Important Instructions

Brush the short, lustrous coat with a hound glove or a boar's hair brush a few times a week to eliminate stray hair. Check the long, pendulous ears on a regular basis and clean them as needed with a pet-safe ear cleaner. Bracchi Italiani have a tendency to drool a lot, thus they may not be the greatest choice for the picky.

With the exception of occasional intransigence, the Bracco Italiano is a devoted and ready to please dog. Bracchi don't react well to rigorous training methods; instead, positive reinforcement, repetition, and a soft approach will yield greater outcomes. If you want to go hunting with your Bracco Italiano, start early and get plenty of bird exposure. The Bracco Italiano excels at field trials, tracking, and nosework in addition to hunting.

The Bracco Italiano is a robust, athletic dog with the power and endurance to work all day in the field, but with enough regular exercise (ideally hunting, but long walks, jogging, and even swimming are also beneficial), it is quiet and docile at home. Bracco Italiano may become disruptive in the home if they do not get enough exercise and "work" (hunting or another activity that uses their instincts and talents).

Feeding

A diet for the Bracco Italiano should be designed for a big breed with a lot of energy. If you overfeed them, they will gain weight, so keep to a regular feeding schedule and don't leave food out during the day. Also, limit the number of snacks they receive.

The dietary demands of the Bracco Italiano will alter from puppyhood to adulthood, and will continue to change into their senior years, as they do with other dogs. Because there is just too much variance among individual dogs—including weight, energy, and health—to provide a particular prescription, you should seek your veterinarian for advice on your Bracco Italiano's food.

Fun Facts

• They Are Serious Hunters
• The Bracco Italiano Is an Ancient Breed
• They’re a Quiet Dog Breed
• They’re Very Affectionate
• The Bracco Italiano Needs Plenty of Exercise!
• They Almost Went Extinct
• The Bracco Italiano Prefers Calm Households
• They Can Be a Bit Clingy
• They Require Early Training
• Bracco Italianos Are Rare Outside of Italy

Home Training Tips and General Information

When a family brings a brand-new Bracco Italiano puppy home, one of the most challenging tasks is housebreaking the puppy. This means that the Bracco Italiano will go outside instead of using your home and furniture as a bathroom. Many people believe that learning how to use the Bracco Italiano toilet is tough, but it does not have to be. If you arm yourself with a wealth of knowledge on the best ways to house train your Bracco Italiano, you'll be well on your way to having a dog who goes to the potty where you want him to go.

Potty training a Bracco Italiano may begin at any age, but the optimal time is between the ages of eight and twelve weeks. If you start a housebreaking regimen as soon as you bring your Bracco Italiano puppy home, he will gradually figure out where to do his business. Potty training a Bracco Italiano puppy is a breeze with a dog crate. When there is no direction, it keeps him constrained, and many Bracco Italianos quickly learn that if they go inside their box, they will be compelled to stay in there. Many pet Bracco Italianos are fairly sanitary and will not love being in dog doody or urine.

Make sure there is enough area in the cage for your Bracco Italiano puppy to turn around, but not so much that he can eliminate and rest far away from it. Many Bracco Italiano owners regard a crate as a jail cell or a means of punishment, but your Bracco Italiano will appreciate having his own space where he can get away from the tension of the house for a while. Make your Bracco Italiano's box a relaxing retreat rather than a source of punishment. You may feed your Bracco Italiano in the crate, or give him some goodies while he's in there. Put a favourite chewy or toy in there with him, along with some blankets, and he'll be all set.Keeping your Bracco Italiano in a cage will keep him out of trouble, not simply in housebreaking.

FAQS

Bracco Italiano Unique Name

Male Name	Female Name
Blaze	Avery
Boomer	Birdie
Chief	Buffy
Drew	Cinnamon
Eli	Cleo
v	Dixie
Jackson	Foxy
Oakley	Greta
Oreo	Hailey
Otto	Jada
Reese	Juliet
Rosco	Lacy
Sam	Leia
Scooter	Pearl
Sparky	Priscilla
Spot	Samantha
Storm	Shelby
Vinnie	Willow
Twinkle	Cassis
Yeller	Vava