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Bracco Italiano vs Burgos Pointer vs English Pointer Comparison - Dog breed selector: Bracco or Burgos Pointing Dog or English Pointer? Find the right dog for you

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Name Bracco Italiano Burgos Pointer English Pointer
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Bracco
Italian Pointing Dog
Italian Pointer
Burgos Pointing Dog
Perdiguero Burgales
Spanish Pointer
English Pointer
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bracco Italiano vs Burgos Pointer vs English Pointer breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Bracco Italiano vs Burgos Pointer vs English Pointer Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Bracco Italiano or Burgos Pointer or English Pointer? Which is the smallest dog, Bracco Italiano or Burgos Pointer or English Pointer?
Large
Medium
Large Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Bracco Italiano or Burgos Pointer or Burgos Pointer? Bracco Italiano vs Burgos Pointer vs English Pointer weight comparison:
25–40 kg (55–88 lb) Male: 55-66 pounds (25–30 kg), Female: 52-64 pounds (23.5-29 kg) 44-66 pounds (20-30 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
25–40 kg (55–88 lb) Male: 60.5 pounds (27.5 kg), Female: 58 pounds (26 kg) 55 pounds (25 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Bracco Italiano or Burgos Pointer or English Pointer? Bracco Italiano vs Burgos Pointer vs English Pointer height comparison:
Male: 23–26 inches (58–67 cm), Female: 22–24 inches (55–62 cm) Male: 24–26 inches (60–67 cm), Female: 22–26 inches (56–65 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (55-62 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (54-60 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 23–26 inches (58–67 cm), Female: 22–24 inches (55–62 cm) Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 24 inches (60.5 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)

Bracco Italiano vs Burgos Pointer vs English Pointer Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Bracco Italiano or Burgos Pointer or English Pointer? Which is more expensive?
$500-$600 $800-$1000 $400-$500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Bracco Italiano or Burgos Pointer or English Pointer?
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Frequent: The Burgos Pointer is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The English Pointer is easier than average to get.

Bracco Italiano vs Burgos Pointer vs English Pointer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bracco Italiano vs Burgos Pointer vs English Pointer intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Burgos Pointer dogs have great intelligence.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Bracco Italiano vs Burgos Pointer vs English Pointer trainability comparison.
Bracco Italiano dogs are quite easy to train.
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Burgos Pointer dogs are easy to train.
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English Pointer dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Bracco Italiano or Burgos Pointer or English Pointer?
Bracco Italiano dogs are average watchdogs.
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Burgos Pointer dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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English Pointer dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Bracco Italiano or Burgos Pointer or English Pointer? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Bracco Italiano dogs are average defenders.
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Burgos Pointer dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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English Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Bracco Italiano vs Burgos Pointer vs English Pointer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bracco Italiano or Burgos Pointer or English Pointer? Bracco Italiano vs Burgos Pointer vs English Pointer behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loyal
Trainable
Companionable
Confident
Obedient
Patient
Hunting
Calm
Active
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Outright
Tempered
Kind
Amiable
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Burgos Pointer dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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English Pointer dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bracco Italiano vs Burgos Pointer vs English Pointer?
High: Bracco Italiano dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Burgos Pointer dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average to High: English Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Bracco Italiano vs Burgos Pointer vs English Pointer social needs comparison:
Bracco Italiano dogs are a social breed.
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Burgos Pointer dogs are a social breed.
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English Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Bracco Italiano dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Burgos Pointer dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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English Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Bracco Italiano dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Burgos Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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English Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Bracco Italiano vs Burgos Pointer vs English Pointer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Bracco Italiano vs Burgos Pointer vs English Pointer playfulness comparison:
Average: Bracco Italianos, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Burgos Pointer is a playful breed.
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The English Pointer is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Bracco Italiano vs Burgos Pointer vs English Pointer?
Average: The Bracco Italiano barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Burgos Pointer rarely barks.
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Average: The English Pointer barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Bracco Italiano or Burgos Pointer or English Pointer?
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Bracco Italiano indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Burgos Pointer breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Pointer breed.

Bracco Italiano vs Burgos Pointer vs English Pointer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Bracco Italiano dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Burgos Pointer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
English Pointer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Bracco Italiano or Burgos Pointer or English Pointer?
Bracco Italiano dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Burgos Pointer dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Bracco Italiano vs Burgos Pointer vs English Pointer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Bracco Italiano or Burgos Pointer or English Pointer?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bracco Italiano bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Burgos Pointer bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Pointer bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Bracco Italiano has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Burgos Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The English Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Bracco Italiano vs Burgos Pointer vs English Pointer mouthiness comparison:
Bracco Italiano dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Burgos Pointer dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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English Pointer dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Bracco Italiano vs Burgos Pointer vs English Pointer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Bracco Italiano vs Burgos Pointer vs English Pointer health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bracco Italiano vs Burgos Pointer vs English Pointer?
Bracco Italianos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Burgos Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.
English Pointers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bracco Italiano vs Burgos Pointer vs English Pointer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bracco Italiano vs Burgos Pointer vs English Pointer health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Umbilical Hernias
Bloat
Entropion
Ear Infections
Ectropion
Kidney Issues
Sensitivity To Anesthesia
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Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Bracco Italiano should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Rare
The Burgos Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The English Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Bracco Italiano vs Burgos Pointer vs English Pointer lifespan comparison. How long do Bracco Italiano, Burgos Pointer and English Pointer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Bracco Italiano: 12 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Burgos Pointer: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of English Pointer: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bracco Italiano vs Burgos Pointer vs English Pointer?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Bracco Italiano vs Burgos Pointer vs English Pointer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Bracco Italiano or Burgos Pointer or English Pointer? Bracco Italiano vs Burgos Pointer vs English Pointer energy level comparison:
Bracco Italiano dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Burgos Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.
English Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Bracco Italiano vs Burgos Pointer vs English Pointer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bracco Italiano or Burgos Pointer or English Pointer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Bracco Italiano dogs have an average exercise need.
Burgos Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.
English Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Bracco Italiano or Burgos Pointer or English Pointer?
Bracco Italiano dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Burgos Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.
English Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.

Bracco Italiano vs Burgos Pointer vs English Pointer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Bracco Italiano or Burgos Pointer or English Pointer?
5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Bracco Italiano vs Burgos Pointer vs English Pointer weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Bracco Italiano has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Burgos Pointer has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The English Pointer has an average risk for obesity.
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Bracco Italiano vs Burgos Pointer vs English Pointer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Bracco Italiano vs Burgos Pointer vs English Pointer coat comparison:
Dense
Shiny
Smooth
Bushy
Dense
Colors
What are the original Bracco Italiano, Burgos Pointer and English Pointer color?
White
Orange
Amber
Chestnut
Copper
Liver and White Black
White
Brown
Yellow
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Bracco Italiano or Burgos Pointer or English Pointer? Bracco Italiano vs Burgos Pointer vs English Pointer grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Bracco Italiano doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Burgos Pointer requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The English Pointer requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Bracco Italiano or Burgos Pointer or English Pointer? Bracco Italiano or Burgos Pointer or {name3 shedding:
Bracco Italiano dogs shed moderately.
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Burgos Pointer dogs are low shedders.
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English Pointer dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Bracco Italiano or Burgos Pointer or English Pointer?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Bracco Italiano vs Burgos Pointer vs English Pointer hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Bracco Italiano vs Burgos Pointer vs English Pointer?

Medium

The Bracco Italiano has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Burgos Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The English Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Bracco Italiano is an average drooler.
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The Burgos Pointer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The English Pointer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Bracco Italiano vs Burgos Pointer vs English Pointer Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Bracco Italiano dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Burgos Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
English Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Bracco Italiano or Burgos Pointer or English Pointer? Which dog is more friendly?
Bracco Italiano dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Burgos Pointer dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
English Pointer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Bracco Italiano or Burgos Pointer or English Pointer?
Bracco Italiano dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Burgos Pointer dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
English Pointer dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Bracco Italiano or Burgos Pointer or English Pointer?
Bracco Italiano dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Burgos Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
English Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Bracco Italiano or Burgos Pointer or English Pointer?
Bracco Italiano dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Burgos Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
English Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bracco Italiano vs Burgos Pointer vs English Pointer?
Yes
Bracco Italiano dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Burgos Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
English Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Bracco Italiano is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
Burgos Pointer is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
No
English Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Bracco Italianos are usually recommended for elderly people.
Burgos Pointers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
English Pointers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Bracco Italiano vs Burgos Pointer vs English Pointer As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Bracco Italiano or Burgos Pointer or English Pointer? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Bracco Italiano vs Burgos Pointer vs English Pointer?

Not really

Bracco Italiano breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Burgos Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

English Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Bracco Italiano vs Burgos Pointer vs English Pointer Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Bracco Italiano and Burgos Pointer and English Pointer have?
4-6 puppies 3-5 puppies 4-6 puppies

Bracco Italiano vs Burgos Pointer vs English Pointer Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
Federation Cynologique Internationale
United Kennel Club
Foundation Stock Service
North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association
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