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Bracco Italiano vs Basset Hound vs Bloodhound Comparison - Dog breed selector: Bracco or Hush Puppy or St. Hubert Hound? Find the right dog for you

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Name Bracco Italiano Basset Hound Bloodhound
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Bracco Italiano, Basset Hound, and Bloodhound breeds.
Bracco
Italian Pointing Dog
Italian Pointer
Hush Puppy
Basset
St. Hubert Hound
Saint Hubert Hound
Chien de Saint-Hubert
Flemish Hound
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Bracco Italiano, Basset Hound, and Bloodhound? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Bracco Italiano vs Basset Hound vs Bloodhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Bracco Italiano, Basset Hound, and Bloodhound. Which breed is the largest?
Large
Medium
Medium Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Bracco Italiano, Basset Hound, and Bloodhound? Compare adult weight ranges.
25–40 kg (55–88 lb) Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg) Male: 90-110 pounds (41-50 kg), Female: 80-100 pounds (36-45 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
25–40 kg (55–88 lb) Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg) Male: 100 pounds (45.5 kg), Female: 90 pounds (40.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Bracco Italiano or Basset Hound or Bloodhound? Bracco Italiano vs Basset Hound vs Bloodhound height comparison:
Male: 23–26 inches (58–67 cm), Female: 22–24 inches (55–62 cm) Male: 12-15 inches (30-38 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm) Male: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (58-63 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: 13.5 inches (34 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm) Male: 26 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (60.5 cm)

Bracco Italiano vs Basset Hound vs Bloodhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Bracco Italiano, Basset Hound, and Bloodhound. Find price differences between these breeds.
$500-$600 $300-$500 $800-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Bracco Italiano or Basset Hound or Bloodhound?
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Very frequent: The Basset Hound is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Bloodhound is quite easy to get.

Bracco Italiano vs Basset Hound vs Bloodhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Bracco Italiano, Basset Hound, and Bloodhound. Which breed ranks highest?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Low: The Basset Hound is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence.
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Smart: The Bloodhound dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Bracco Italiano, Basset Hound, and Bloodhound. Which is easiest to train?
Bracco Italiano dogs are quite easy to train.
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Basset Hound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Bloodhound dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Bracco Italiano, Basset Hound, and Bloodhound. Which breed is most alert?
Bracco Italiano dogs are average watchdogs.
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Basset Hound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Bloodhound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Bracco Italiano, Basset Hound, and Bloodhound. Which breed is most protective?
Bracco Italiano dogs are average defenders.
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Basset Hound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Bloodhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Bracco Italiano vs Basset Hound vs Bloodhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Bracco Italiano, Basset Hound, and Bloodhound? Compare temperaments.
Playful
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loyal
Trainable
Companionable
Friendly
Affectionate
Devoted
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Tenacious
Stubborn
Independent
Affectionate
Gentle
Outright
Tempered
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bracco Italiano vs Basset Hound vs Bloodhound?
High: Bracco Italiano dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Basset Hound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Bloodhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Bracco Italiano vs Basset Hound vs Bloodhound social needs comparison:
Bracco Italiano dogs are a social breed.
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Basset Hound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Bloodhound dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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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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Basset Hound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Bloodhound 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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Basset Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Bloodhound dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Bracco Italiano vs Basset Hound vs Bloodhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Bracco Italiano, Basset Hound, and Bloodhound. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The Bracco Italiano barks occasionally.
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Average: The Basset Hound barks occasionally.
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A lot: Bloodhound is a particularly loud breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Bracco Italiano, Basset Hound, and Bloodhound. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Bracco Italianos, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Basset Hounds are not the most playful dog breed.
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The Bloodhound is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Bracco Italiano, Basset Hound, and Bloodhound. Which adapts best to small spaces?
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.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Basset Hound breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bloodhound breed.

Bracco Italiano vs Basset Hound vs Bloodhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Bracco Italiano, Basset Hound, and Bloodhound. Which breed is most flexible?
Bracco Italiano dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Basset Hound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Bloodhound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Bracco Italiano or Basset Hound or Bloodhound?
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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Bloodhound dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Bracco Italiano vs Basset Hound vs Bloodhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Bracco Italiano, Basset Hound, and Bloodhound. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Bracco Italiano has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Basset Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Bloodhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Bracco Italiano, Basset Hound, and Bloodhound. Which uses mouth most during play?
Bracco Italiano dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Basset Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bloodhound dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Bracco Italiano, Basset Hound, and Bloodhound. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bracco Italiano bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Basset Hound bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bloodhound bite force: Ordinary.

Bracco Italiano vs Basset Hound vs Bloodhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Bracco Italiano, Basset Hound, and Bloodhound. Which breed lives longest?
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Bracco Italiano: 12 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Basset Hound: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Bloodhound: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Bracco Italiano, Basset Hound, and Bloodhound. Which handles climate changes best?
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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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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Bracco Italiano, Basset Hound, and Bloodhound. Which has fewer health issues?
Bracco Italianos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Basset Hound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Very healthy dog breed.
Vet Care Frequency
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.
Average
The Basset Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Bloodhound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bracco Italiano vs Basset Hound vs Bloodhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bracco Italiano vs Basset Hound vs Bloodhound health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Umbilical Hernias
Bloat
Entropion
Ear Infections
Ectropion
Kidney Issues
Sensitivity To Anesthesia
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Entropion
Ear Infections
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Cherry Eye
Ectropion
Obesity
Glaucoma
Panosteitis
Thrombopathia
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Epilepsy
Entropion
Ectropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Ectopic Cilia

Bracco Italiano vs Basset Hound vs Bloodhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Bracco Italiano, Basset Hound, and Bloodhound. Which breed is most active?
Bracco Italiano dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Basset Hound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Bloodhound dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Bracco Italiano vs Basset Hound vs Bloodhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bracco Italiano or Basset Hound or Bloodhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Bracco Italiano dogs have an average exercise need.
Basset Hound dogs have an average exercise need.
Bloodhound dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Bracco Italiano or Basset Hound or Bloodhound?
Bracco Italiano dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Basset Hound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Bloodhound dogs don't need too much sleep.

Bracco Italiano vs Basset Hound vs Bloodhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Bracco Italiano, Basset Hound, and Bloodhound. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Bracco Italiano has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The Basset Hound breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The Bloodhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Bracco Italiano, Basset Hound, and Bloodhound. Which needs most food?
5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. Recommended daily amount: 4 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Bracco Italiano vs Basset Hound vs Bloodhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Bracco Italiano, Basset Hound, and Bloodhound. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Bracco Italiano, Basset Hound, and Bloodhound. What colors are available?
White
Orange
Amber
Chestnut
Copper
Black
Gray
Tan
Red
White
Brown
Tricolor
Black
Tan
Red
Liver
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Bracco Italiano, Basset Hound, and Bloodhound. Which requires most maintenance?
Easy to groom: The Bracco Italiano doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Basset Hound doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Bloodhound doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Bracco Italiano, Basset Hound, and Bloodhound. Which drools least?
The Bracco Italiano is an average drooler.
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The Basset Hound drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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The Bloodhound is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Bracco Italiano, Basset Hound, and Bloodhound. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Bracco Italiano has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Basset Hound has a high chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Bloodhound has a high chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Bracco Italiano, Basset Hound, and Bloodhound. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense
Shiny
Dense Rough
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Bracco Italiano, Basset Hound, and Bloodhound. Which requires most frequent baths?
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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Bracco Italiano or Basset Hound or Bloodhound? Bracco Italiano or Basset Hound or {name3 shedding:
Bracco Italiano dogs shed moderately.
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Basset Hound dogs shed moderately.
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Bloodhound dogs shed moderately.
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Bracco Italiano vs Basset Hound vs Bloodhound Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Bracco Italiano, Basset Hound, and Bloodhound. Which is best with kids?
Bracco Italiano dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Basset Hound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Bloodhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Bracco Italiano dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Basset Hound dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Bloodhound dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Bracco Italiano or Basset Hound or Bloodhound? Which dog is more friendly?
Bracco Italiano dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Basset Hound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Bloodhound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Bracco Italiano or Basset Hound or Bloodhound?
Bracco Italiano dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Basset Hound dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Bloodhound dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Bracco Italiano or Basset Hound or Bloodhound?
Bracco Italiano dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Basset Hound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Bloodhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bracco Italiano vs Basset Hound vs Bloodhound?
Yes
Bracco Italiano dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Basset Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Bloodhound 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.
No
Basset Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Bloodhound 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.
Basset Hounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Bloodhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Bracco Italiano vs Basset Hound vs Bloodhound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Bracco Italiano, Basset Hound, and Bloodhound. Which is best suited for service work?

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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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Bracco Italiano, Basset Hound, and Bloodhound. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Bracco Italiano, Basset Hound, and Bloodhound. Which has best nose work ability?

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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Bracco Italiano, Basset Hound, and Bloodhound. Which is best for SAR work?

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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Bracco Italiano, Basset Hound, and Bloodhound. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

Basset Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Bloodhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Bracco Italiano, Basset Hound, and Bloodhound. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Bracco Italiano, Basset Hound, and Bloodhound. Which has most military use?

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 Basset Hound vs Bloodhound Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Bracco Italiano, Basset Hound, and Bloodhound. Which has most puppies?
4-6 puppies 6-8 puppies 8-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Bracco Italiano, Basset Hound, and Bloodhound. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Bracco Italiano, Basset Hound, and Bloodhound. What's recommended?

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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Bracco Italiano vs Basset Hound vs Bloodhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Bracco Italiano, Basset Hound, and Bloodhound. How are they classified?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Bracco Italiano, Basset Hound, and Bloodhound. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section. Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Bracco Italiano, Basset Hound, and Bloodhound. Which has most recognition?
Federation Cynologique Internationale
United Kennel Club
Foundation Stock Service
North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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