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Bracco Italiano vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Spinone Italiano Comparison - Dog breed selector: Bracco or Hungarian Wirehaired Vizsla or Italian Coarsehaired Pointer? Find the right dog for you

"Find similarities and differences between Bracco Italiano vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Spinone Italiano" Compare Bracco Italiano and Wirehaired Vizsla. Which is better: Bracco Italiano or Wirehaired Vizsla or Spinone Italiano?
 
 
 
Name Bracco Italiano Wirehaired Vizsla Spinone Italiano
OriginsItaly flagItaly Hungary flagHungary Italy flagItaly
Group Gun Dog Gun Dog Gun Dog
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Bracco
Italian Pointing Dog
Italian Pointer
Hungarian Wirehaired Vizsla
Drótszőrű magyar vizsla
Italian Coarsehaired Pointer
Italian Griffon
Italian Wire-Haired Pointer
Spinone
Italian Spinone
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bracco Italiano vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Spinone Italiano breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Bracco Italiano vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Spinone Italiano Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Bracco Italiano or Wirehaired Vizsla or Spinone Italiano? Which is the smallest dog, Bracco Italiano or Wirehaired Vizsla or Spinone Italiano?
Large
Medium
Medium Large
Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Bracco Italiano or Wirehaired Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla? Bracco Italiano vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Spinone Italiano 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: 50-70 pounds (22-31 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
25–40 kg (55–88 lb) Male: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (26.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Bracco Italiano or Wirehaired Vizsla or Spinone Italiano? Bracco Italiano vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Spinone Italiano height comparison:
Male: 23–26 inches (58–67 cm), Female: 22–24 inches (55–62 cm) Male: 23-25 inches (57-64 cm), Female: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm) 23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 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 (60.5 cm), Female: 21-23.5 inches (56.5 cm) 23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)

Bracco Italiano vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Spinone Italiano Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Bracco Italiano or Wirehaired Vizsla or Spinone Italiano? Which is more expensive?
$500-$600 $800-$1000 $1500-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Bracco Italiano or Wirehaired Vizsla or Spinone Italiano?
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Frequent: The Wirehaired Vizsla is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Spinone Italiano is easier than average to get.

Bracco Italiano vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Spinone Italiano Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bracco Italiano vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Spinone Italiano intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
Bracco Italiano vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Spinone Italiano trainability comparison.
Bracco Italiano dogs are quite easy to train.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are easy to train.
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Spinone Italiano dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Bracco Italiano or Wirehaired Vizsla or Spinone Italiano?
Bracco Italiano dogs are average watchdogs.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are good watchdogs.
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Spinone Italiano dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Bracco Italiano or Wirehaired Vizsla or Spinone Italiano? 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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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Spinone Italiano dogs are average defenders.
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Bracco Italiano vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Spinone Italiano Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bracco Italiano or Wirehaired Vizsla or Spinone Italiano? Bracco Italiano vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Spinone Italiano behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loyal
Trainable
Companionable
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Going
Friendly
Docile
Affectionate
Patient
Loyal
Gentle
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: Wirehaired Vizsla dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Spinone Italiano dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bracco Italiano vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Spinone Italiano?
High: Bracco Italiano dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Spinone Italiano dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Bracco Italiano vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Spinone Italiano social needs comparison:
Bracco Italiano dogs are a social breed.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are kinda antisocial.
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Spinone Italiano dogs are a social breed.
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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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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Spinone Italiano 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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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Spinone Italiano 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 Wirehaired Vizsla vs Spinone Italiano Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Bracco Italiano vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Spinone Italiano playfulness comparison:
Average: Bracco Italianos, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Wirehaired Vizsla is a playful breed.
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Average: Spinone Italianos, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Bracco Italiano vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Spinone Italiano?
Average: The Bracco Italiano barks occasionally.
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Low: The Wirehaired Vizsla barks none to minimal.
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Low to Average: The Spinone Italiano rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Bracco Italiano or Wirehaired Vizsla or Spinone Italiano?
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 Wirehaired Vizsla breed in the home.
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 Spinone Italiano indoors.

Bracco Italiano vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Spinone Italiano 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.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Spinone Italiano dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Bracco Italiano or Wirehaired Vizsla or Spinone Italiano?
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.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs handle alone time quite well.
Spinone 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.

Bracco Italiano vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Spinone Italiano Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Bracco Italiano or Wirehaired Vizsla or Spinone Italiano?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bracco Italiano bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Wirehaired Vizsla bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Spinone Italiano 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 Wirehaired Vizsla has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Spinone Italiano has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Bracco Italiano vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Spinone Italiano mouthiness comparison:
Bracco Italiano dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Spinone Italiano dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bracco Italiano vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Spinone Italiano Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Bracco Italiano vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Spinone Italiano health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bracco Italiano vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Spinone Italiano?
Bracco Italianos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Wirehaired Vizsla is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Spinone Italiano is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bracco Italiano vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Spinone Italiano? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bracco Italiano vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Spinone Italiano health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Umbilical Hernias
Bloat
Entropion
Ear Infections
Ectropion
Kidney Issues
Sensitivity To Anesthesia
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Skin Allergies
Eye Infections
Kidney Issues
Addison's Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia
Bloat
Cerebellar Ataxia
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.
Average
The Wirehaired Vizsla should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Spinone Italiano should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Bracco Italiano vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Spinone Italiano lifespan comparison. How long do Bracco Italiano, Wirehaired Vizsla and Spinone Italiano breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Bracco Italiano: 12 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Wirehaired Vizsla: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Spinone Italiano: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bracco Italiano vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Spinone Italiano?
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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Bracco Italiano vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Spinone Italiano Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Bracco Italiano vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Spinone Italiano Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Bracco Italiano or Wirehaired Vizsla or Spinone Italiano?
5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Bracco Italiano vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Spinone Italiano weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Bracco Italiano has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Wirehaired Vizsla has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Spinone Italiano has an average risk for obesity.
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Bracco Italiano vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Spinone Italiano Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Bracco Italiano vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Spinone Italiano coat comparison:
Dense
Shiny
Wiry Wiry
Colors
What are the original Bracco Italiano, Wirehaired Vizsla and Spinone Italiano color?
White
Orange
Amber
Chestnut
Copper
Golden
Russet
Reddish-Brown
White
Brown
Orange
Roan
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Bracco Italiano or Wirehaired Vizsla or Spinone Italiano? Bracco Italiano vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Spinone Italiano grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Bracco Italiano doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Wirehaired Vizsla doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Spinone Italiano requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Bracco Italiano or Wirehaired Vizsla or Spinone Italiano? Bracco Italiano or Wirehaired Vizsla or {name3 shedding:
Bracco Italiano dogs shed moderately.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs shed none to minimal.
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Spinone Italiano dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Bracco Italiano or Wirehaired Vizsla or Spinone Italiano?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Bracco Italiano vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Spinone Italiano 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 Wirehaired Vizsla vs Spinone Italiano?

Medium

The Bracco Italiano has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Wirehaired Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Spinone Italiano 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 Wirehaired Vizsla is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Spinone Italiano 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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Bracco Italiano vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Spinone Italiano 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.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are generally with other pets.
Spinone Italiano dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Bracco Italiano or Wirehaired Vizsla or Spinone Italiano? Which dog is more friendly?
Bracco Italiano dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Spinone Italiano dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Bracco Italiano or Wirehaired Vizsla or Spinone Italiano?
Bracco Italiano dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Spinone Italiano dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Bracco Italiano or Wirehaired Vizsla or Spinone Italiano?
Bracco Italiano dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Spinone Italiano dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Bracco Italiano or Wirehaired Vizsla or Spinone Italiano?
Bracco Italiano dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Spinone Italiano dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bracco Italiano vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Spinone Italiano?
Yes
Bracco Italiano dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Spinone Italiano 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
Wirehaired Vizsla is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Spinone Italiano 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.
Wirehaired Vizslas are usually recommended for elderly people.
Spinone Italianos are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Bracco Italiano vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Spinone Italiano 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 Wirehaired Vizsla or Spinone Italiano? Which is better for autism?

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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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.

Not really

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

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Bracco Italiano vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Spinone Italiano?

Not really

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

Wirehaired Vizsla breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Spinone Italiano 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 Wirehaired Vizsla vs Spinone Italiano 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 Wirehaired Vizsla and Spinone Italiano have?
4-6 puppies 6-10 puppies 4-8 puppies

Bracco Italiano vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Spinone Italiano Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2014 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2000 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 Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs 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
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Rare Breed Association
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry

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