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Name	Bracco Italiano	Braque d'Auvergne	Golden Retriever
Origins	Italy	France	Scotland
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bracco Italian Pointing Dog Italian Pointer	Bleu d'Auvergne Braque Francais Auvergne Pointer	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bracco Italiano vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Golden Retriever breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Bracco Italiano vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Golden Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Bracco Italiano or Braque d'Auvergne or Golden Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, Bracco Italiano or Braque d'Auvergne or Golden Retriever?	Large Medium	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Bracco Italiano or Braque d'Auvergne or Braque d'Auvergne? Bracco Italiano vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Golden Retriever weight comparison:	25–40 kg (55–88 lb)	Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	25–40 kg (55–88 lb)	Male: 52.5 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bracco Italiano or Braque d'Auvergne or Golden Retriever? Bracco Italiano vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Golden Retriever height comparison:	Male: 23–26 inches (58–67 cm), Female: 22–24 inches (55–62 cm)	Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 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: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Bracco Italiano vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Golden Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Bracco Italiano or Braque d'Auvergne or Golden Retriever? Which is more expensive?	$500-$600	$800-$1500	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Bracco Italiano or Braque d'Auvergne or Golden Retriever?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	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 Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.

Bracco Italiano vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Golden Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bracco Italiano vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Golden Retriever intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Braque d'Auvergne dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Bracco Italiano vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Golden Retriever trainability comparison.	Bracco Italiano dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Braque d'Auvergne dogs are easy to train. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Bracco Italiano or Braque d'Auvergne or Golden Retriever?	Bracco Italiano dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Braque d'Auvergne dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Bracco Italiano or Braque d'Auvergne or Golden Retriever? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Bracco Italiano dogs are average defenders. See more.	Braque d'Auvergne dogs are average defenders. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Bracco Italiano vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Golden Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bracco Italiano or Braque d'Auvergne or Golden Retriever? Bracco Italiano vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Golden Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Stubborn Affectionate Loyal Trainable Companionable	Sensitive Intelligent Obedient Lively	Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bracco Italiano vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Golden Retriever?	High: Bracco Italiano dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Braque d'Auvergne dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Bracco Italiano vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Golden Retriever social needs comparison:	Bracco Italiano dogs are a social breed. See more.	Braque d'Auvergne dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Bracco Italiano dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Braque d'Auvergne dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
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. See more.	Braque d'Auvergne dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Golden Retriever 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. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Bracco Italiano vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Golden Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Bracco Italiano vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Golden Retriever playfulness comparison:	Average: Bracco Italianos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Braque d'Auvergne is a playful breed. See more.	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Bracco Italiano vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Golden Retriever?	Average: The Bracco Italiano barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Braque d'Auvergne rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Bracco Italiano or Braque d'Auvergne or Golden Retriever?	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 Braque d'Auvergne breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Bracco Italiano vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Golden Retriever 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.	Braque d'Auvergne dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Golden Retriever 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 Braque d'Auvergne or Golden Retriever?	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.	Braque d'Auvergne dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Bracco Italiano vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Golden Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Bracco Italiano or Braque d'Auvergne or Golden Retriever?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bracco Italiano bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Braque d'Auvergne bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
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 Braque d'Auvergne has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Bracco Italiano vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Golden Retriever mouthiness comparison:	Bracco Italiano dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Braque d'Auvergne dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Bracco Italiano vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Golden Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Bracco Italiano vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Golden Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bracco Italiano vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Golden Retriever?	Bracco Italianos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Braque d'Auvergnes are commonly healthy dogs.	Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bracco Italiano vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Golden Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bracco Italiano vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Golden Retriever health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Umbilical Hernias Bloat Entropion Ear Infections Ectropion Kidney Issues Sensitivity To Anesthesia	Bloat Hip Dysplasia	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Hemangiosarcoma Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
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 Braque d'Auvergne should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Bracco Italiano vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Golden Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Bracco Italiano, Braque d'Auvergne and Golden Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-13 years The average lifespan of Bracco Italiano: 12 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Braque d'Auvergne: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bracco Italiano vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Golden Retriever?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Bracco Italiano vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Golden Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Bracco Italiano vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Golden Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Bracco Italiano or Braque d'Auvergne or Golden Retriever?	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.	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Bracco Italiano vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Golden Retriever weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Bracco Italiano has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Braque d'Auvergne has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Bracco Italiano vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Golden Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Bracco Italiano vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Golden Retriever coat comparison:	Dense Shiny	Shiny Smooth	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight
Colors What are the original Bracco Italiano, Braque d'Auvergne and Golden Retriever color?	White Orange Amber Chestnut Copper	White & Black Black with white markings	Golden Light
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Bracco Italiano or Braque d'Auvergne or Golden Retriever? Bracco Italiano vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Golden Retriever grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Bracco Italiano doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Braque d'Auvergne requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Bracco Italiano or Braque d'Auvergne or Golden Retriever? Bracco Italiano or Braque d'Auvergne or {name3 shedding:	Bracco Italiano dogs shed moderately. See more.	Braque d'Auvergne dogs shed moderately. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Bracco Italiano or Braque d'Auvergne or Golden Retriever?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.
Hypoallergenic Bracco Italiano vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Golden Retriever hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Bracco Italiano vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Golden Retriever?	Medium ⏺ The Bracco Italiano has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Braque d'Auvergne has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever 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. See more.	The Braque d'Auvergne is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Golden Retriever drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.

Bracco Italiano vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Golden Retriever 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.	Braque d'Auvergne dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Bracco Italiano or Braque d'Auvergne or Golden Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?	Bracco Italiano dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Braque d'Auvergne dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Bracco Italiano or Braque d'Auvergne or Golden Retriever?	Bracco Italiano dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Braque d'Auvergne dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Bracco Italiano or Braque d'Auvergne or Golden Retriever?	Bracco Italiano dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Braque d'Auvergne dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Bracco Italiano or Braque d'Auvergne or Golden Retriever?	Bracco Italiano dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Braque d'Auvergne dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bracco Italiano vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Golden Retriever?	Yes Bracco Italiano dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Braque d'Auvergne dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Golden Retriever 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 Braque d'Auvergne is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Golden Retriever is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Bracco Italianos are usually recommended for elderly people.	Braque d'Auvergnes are usually recommended for elderly people.	Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Bracco Italiano vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Golden Retriever 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. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Bracco Italiano or Braque d'Auvergne or Golden Retriever? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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 Braque d'Auvergne vs Golden Retriever?	Not really Bracco Italiano breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Braque d'Auvergne breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
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 Braque d'Auvergne vs Golden Retriever 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Bracco Italiano and Braque d'Auvergne and Golden Retriever have?	4-6 puppies	6 to 8 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Bracco Italiano vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Golden Retriever 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 1925 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.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
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	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. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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