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Bracco Italiano vs Braque Francais vs German Shorthaired Pointer Comparison - Dog breed selector: Bracco or Braque Francais or Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund? Find the right dog for you

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Name Bracco Italiano Braque Francais German Shorthaired Pointer
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Bracco Italiano, Braque Francais, and German Shorthaired Pointer breeds.
Bracco
Italian Pointing Dog
Italian Pointer
Braque Francais
de Grande Taille
French Pointing Dog
Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund
Kurzhaar
Deutsch Kurzhaar
GSP Dog
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Bracco Italiano, Braque Francais, and German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Bracco Italiano vs Braque Francais vs German Shorthaired Pointer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Bracco Italiano, Braque Francais, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed is the largest?
Large
Medium
Medium Large
Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Bracco Italiano, Braque Francais, and German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare adult weight ranges.
25–40 kg (55–88 lb) Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg) Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 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: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Bracco Italiano or Braque Francais or German Shorthaired Pointer? Bracco Italiano vs Braque Francais vs German Shorthaired Pointer 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: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 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: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

Bracco Italiano vs Braque Francais vs German Shorthaired Pointer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Bracco Italiano, Braque Francais, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Find price differences between these breeds.
$500-$600 $1000-$1200 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Bracco Italiano or Braque Francais or German Shorthaired Pointer?
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Average: The Braque Francais is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.

Bracco Italiano vs Braque Francais vs German Shorthaired Pointer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Bracco Italiano, Braque Francais, and German Shorthaired Pointer. 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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Very smart: Braque Francais is an excellent dog breed.
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Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Bracco Italiano, Braque Francais, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which is easiest to train?
Bracco Italiano dogs are quite easy to train.
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Braque Francais dogs are very easy to train.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Bracco Italiano, Braque Francais, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed is most alert?
Bracco Italiano dogs are average watchdogs.
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Braque Francais dogs are good watchdogs.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Bracco Italiano, Braque Francais, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed is most protective?
Bracco Italiano dogs are average defenders.
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Braque Francais dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average defenders.
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Bracco Italiano vs Braque Francais vs German Shorthaired Pointer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Bracco Italiano, Braque Francais, and German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare temperaments.
Playful
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loyal
Trainable
Companionable
Obedient
Social
Athletic
Intelligent
Affectionate
Trainable
Bold
Cooperative
Boisterous
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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Sensitive: Braque Francais dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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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 Braque Francais vs German Shorthaired Pointer?
High: Bracco Italiano dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Braque Francais dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Bracco Italiano vs Braque Francais vs German Shorthaired Pointer social needs comparison:
Bracco Italiano dogs are a social breed.
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Braque Francais dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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German Shorthaired 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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Braque Francais dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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German Shorthaired 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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Braque Francais dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Bracco Italiano vs Braque Francais vs German Shorthaired Pointer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Bracco Italiano, Braque Francais, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The Bracco Italiano barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Braque Francais rarely barks.
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Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Bracco Italiano, Braque Francais, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Bracco Italianos, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Braque Francais is a playful breed.
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The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Bracco Italiano, Braque Francais, and German Shorthaired Pointer. 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.
Apartment-friendly dog the Braque Francais breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Shorthaired Pointer breed.

Bracco Italiano vs Braque Francais vs German Shorthaired Pointer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Bracco Italiano vs Braque Francais vs German Shorthaired Pointer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Bracco Italiano, Braque Francais, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Bracco Italiano has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Braque Francais has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The German Shorthaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Bracco Italiano, Braque Francais, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which uses mouth most during play?
Bracco Italiano dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Braque Francais dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Bracco Italiano, Braque Francais, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bracco Italiano bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Braque Francais bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Shorthaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.

Bracco Italiano vs Braque Francais vs German Shorthaired Pointer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Bracco Italiano, Braque Francais, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed lives longest?
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Bracco Italiano: 12 years
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Braque Francais: 12 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Bracco Italiano, Braque Francais, and German Shorthaired Pointer. 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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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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Bracco Italiano, Braque Francais, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which has fewer health issues?
Bracco Italianos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Braque Francais is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.
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 Braque Francais should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The German Shorthaired Pointer 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 Braque Francais vs German Shorthaired Pointer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bracco Italiano vs Braque Francais vs German Shorthaired Pointer health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Umbilical Hernias
Bloat
Entropion
Ear Infections
Ectropion
Kidney Issues
Sensitivity To Anesthesia
Hip Dysplasia
Entropion
Ectropion
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Entropion
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Cardiomyopathy
Pannus
Gastric Torsion
Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD)
Lymphedema

Bracco Italiano vs Braque Francais vs German Shorthaired Pointer Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Bracco Italiano vs Braque Francais vs German Shorthaired Pointer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Bracco Italiano, Braque Francais, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Bracco Italiano has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Braque Francais has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Bracco Italiano, Braque Francais, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which needs most food?
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.

Bracco Italiano vs Braque Francais vs German Shorthaired Pointer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Bracco Italiano, Braque Francais, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Bracco Italiano, Braque Francais, and German Shorthaired Pointer. What colors are available?
White
Orange
Amber
Chestnut
Copper
White & Red Black
White
Liver
Roan
Copper
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Bracco Italiano, Braque Francais, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which requires most maintenance?
Easy to groom: The Bracco Italiano doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Braque Francais requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Bracco Italiano, Braque Francais, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which drools least?
The Bracco Italiano is an average drooler.
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The Braque Francais is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The German Shorthaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Bracco Italiano, Braque Francais, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Bracco Italiano has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Braque Francais has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Bracco Italiano, Braque Francais, and German Shorthaired Pointer. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense
Shiny
Fine
Thick
Well-furnished
Dense
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Bracco Italiano, Braque Francais, and German Shorthaired Pointer. 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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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 Braque Francais or German Shorthaired Pointer? Bracco Italiano or Braque Francais or {name3 shedding:
Bracco Italiano dogs shed moderately.
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Braque Francais dogs shed moderately.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately.
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Bracco Italiano vs Braque Francais vs German Shorthaired Pointer Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Bracco Italiano, Braque Francais, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which is best with kids?
Bracco Italiano dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Braque Francais dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are 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.
Braque Francais dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Bracco Italiano or Braque Francais or German Shorthaired Pointer? Which dog is more friendly?
Bracco Italiano dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Braque Francais dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Bracco Italiano or Braque Francais or German Shorthaired Pointer?
Bracco Italiano dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Braque Francais dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Bracco Italiano or Braque Francais or German Shorthaired Pointer?
Bracco Italiano dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Braque Francais dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bracco Italiano vs Braque Francais vs German Shorthaired Pointer?
Yes
Bracco Italiano dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Braque Francais dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
German Shorthaired 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.
No
Braque Francais is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
German Shorthaired 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.
Braque Francaiss are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
German Shorthaired Pointers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Bracco Italiano vs Braque Francais vs German Shorthaired Pointer As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Bracco Italiano, Braque Francais, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Bracco Italiano, Braque Francais, and German Shorthaired Pointer. 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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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Bracco Italiano, Braque Francais, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Bracco Italiano, Braque Francais, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Bracco Italiano, Braque Francais, and German Shorthaired Pointer. 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

Braque Francais breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

German Shorthaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Bracco Italiano, Braque Francais, and German Shorthaired Pointer. 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, Braque Francais, and German Shorthaired Pointer. 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 Braque Francais vs German Shorthaired Pointer Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Bracco Italiano, Braque Francais, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which has most puppies?
4-6 puppies 6 to 8 puppies 7-12 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Bracco Italiano, Braque Francais, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Bracco Italiano, Braque Francais, and German Shorthaired Pointer. 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 Braque Francais vs German Shorthaired Pointer Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Bracco Italiano, Braque Francais, and German Shorthaired Pointer. How are they classified?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Bracco Italiano, Braque Francais, and German Shorthaired Pointer. How are they classified internationally?
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 Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Bracco Italiano, Braque Francais, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which has most recognition?
Federation Cynologique Internationale
United Kennel Club
Foundation Stock Service
North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Rare Breed Association
Foundation Stock Service
American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
Australian National Kennel Council
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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