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Bulldog vs Bloodhound vs Spinone Italiano Comparison - Dog breed selector: British Bulldog or St. Hubert Hound or Italian Coarsehaired Pointer? Find the right dog for you

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Name Bulldog Bloodhound Spinone Italiano
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
British Bulldog
English Bulldog
St. Hubert Hound
Saint Hubert Hound
Chien de Saint-Hubert
Flemish Hound
Italian Coarsehaired Pointer
Italian Griffon
Italian Wire-Haired Pointer
Spinone
Italian Spinone
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bulldog vs Bloodhound vs Spinone Italiano breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Bulldog vs Bloodhound vs Spinone Italiano Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Bulldog or Bloodhound or Spinone Italiano? Which is the smallest dog, Bulldog or Bloodhound or Spinone Italiano?
Medium Large Large
Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Bulldog or Bloodhound or Bloodhound? Bulldog vs Bloodhound vs Spinone Italiano weight comparison:
Male: 53-55 pounds (24-25 kg), Female: 49-51 pounds (22-23 kg) Male: 90-110 pounds (41-50 kg), Female: 80-100 pounds (36-45 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?
Male: 54 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 50 pounds (22.5 kg) Male: 100 pounds (45.5 kg), Female: 90 pounds (40.5 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (26.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Bulldog or Bloodhound or Spinone Italiano? Bulldog vs Bloodhound vs Spinone Italiano height comparison:
12-16 inches (31-40 cm), There is no prescribed height, but shorter Bulldogs are more prized when being shown Male: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (58-63 cm) 23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
14 inches (35.5 cm), There is no prescribed height, but shorter Bulldogs are more prized when being shown Male: 26 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (60.5 cm) 23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)

Bulldog vs Bloodhound vs Spinone Italiano Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Bulldog or Bloodhound or Spinone Italiano? Which is more expensive?
$1200-$2000 $800-$1200 $1500-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Bulldog or Bloodhound or Spinone Italiano?
Very frequent: The Bulldog is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Bloodhound is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Spinone Italiano is easier than average to get.

Bulldog vs Bloodhound vs Spinone Italiano Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bulldog vs Bloodhound vs Spinone Italiano intelligence:
Low: The Bulldog 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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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
Bulldog vs Bloodhound vs Spinone Italiano trainability comparison.
A slightly harder to train than average.
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Bloodhound 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: Bulldog or Bloodhound or Spinone Italiano?
Bulldog dogs are average watchdogs.
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Bloodhound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Spinone Italiano dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Bulldog or Bloodhound or Spinone Italiano? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Bulldog dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Bloodhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Spinone Italiano dogs are average defenders.
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Bulldog vs Bloodhound vs Spinone Italiano Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bulldog or Bloodhound or Spinone Italiano? Bulldog vs Bloodhound vs Spinone Italiano behavior/temperament comparison:
Loving
Courageous
Friendly
Social
Sweet
Aggressive
Stubborn
Independent
Affectionate
Gentle
Outright
Tempered
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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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: Bulldog vs Bloodhound vs Spinone Italiano?
High: Bulldog 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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Average to High: Spinone Italiano dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Bulldog vs Bloodhound vs Spinone Italiano social needs comparison:
Bulldog dogs are a social breed.
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Bloodhound dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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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?
Bulldog dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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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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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?
Bulldog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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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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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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Bulldog vs Bloodhound vs Spinone Italiano Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Bulldog vs Bloodhound vs Spinone Italiano playfulness comparison:
Bulldogs don't really like playing.
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The Bloodhound is a highly 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: Bulldog vs Bloodhound vs Spinone Italiano?
Low: The Bulldog barks none to minimal.
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A lot: Bloodhound is a particularly loud breed.
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Low to Average: The Spinone Italiano rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Bulldog or Bloodhound or Spinone Italiano?
Very house-friendly dog the Bulldog breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bloodhound breed.
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.

Bulldog vs Bloodhound vs Spinone Italiano Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Bulldog 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.
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: Bulldog or Bloodhound or Spinone Italiano?
Bulldog 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.
Bloodhound dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
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.

Bulldog vs Bloodhound vs Spinone Italiano Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Bulldog or Bloodhound or Spinone Italiano?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bulldog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bloodhound 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:

Moderate

The Bulldog has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Bloodhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Bulldog vs Bloodhound vs Spinone Italiano health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bulldog vs Bloodhound vs Spinone Italiano?
Very healthy dog breed.
Very healthy dog breed.
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: Bulldog vs Bloodhound vs Spinone Italiano? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bulldog vs Bloodhound vs Spinone Italiano health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Cherry Eye
Demodectic Mange
Reverse Sneezing
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Dry Eye
Head Shakes
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Epilepsy
Entropion
Ectropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Ectopic Cilia
Bloat
Cerebellar Ataxia
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Bloodhound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Spinone Italiano should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Bulldog vs Bloodhound vs Spinone Italiano lifespan comparison. How long do Bulldog, Bloodhound and Spinone Italiano breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
8-10 years
The average lifespan of Bulldog: 9 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Bloodhound: 11 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Spinone Italiano: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bulldog vs Bloodhound vs Spinone Italiano?
Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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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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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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Bulldog vs Bloodhound vs Spinone Italiano Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Bulldog vs Bloodhound vs Spinone Italiano Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Bulldog or Bloodhound or Spinone Italiano?
1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 4 to 8 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? Bulldog vs Bloodhound vs Spinone Italiano weight gain potential comparison:
High: The Bulldog 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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Average: The Spinone Italiano has an average risk for obesity.
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Bulldog vs Bloodhound vs Spinone Italiano Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Bulldog vs Bloodhound vs Spinone Italiano coat comparison:
Fine Rough Wiry
Colors
What are the original Bulldog, Bloodhound and Spinone Italiano color?
Gray
Red
White
Fawn
Brindle
Black
Tan
Red
Liver
White
Brown
Orange
Roan
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Bulldog or Bloodhound or Spinone Italiano? Bulldog vs Bloodhound vs Spinone Italiano grooming comparison:
Average: The Bulldog requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Bloodhound 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 Bulldog or Bloodhound or Spinone Italiano? Bulldog or Bloodhound or {name3 shedding:
Bulldog dogs shed moderately.
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Bloodhound dogs shed moderately.
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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: Bulldog or Bloodhound or Spinone Italiano?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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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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Hypoallergenic
Bulldog vs Bloodhound 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, Bulldog vs Bloodhound vs Spinone Italiano?

High 🔼

The Bulldog has a high chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Bloodhound has a high 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 Bulldog 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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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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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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Bulldog vs Bloodhound vs Spinone Italiano Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Bulldog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Bloodhound dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Spinone Italiano dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Bulldog or Bloodhound or Spinone Italiano? Which dog is more friendly?
Bulldog dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Bloodhound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Spinone Italiano dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Bulldog or Bloodhound or Spinone Italiano?
Bulldog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Bloodhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Spinone Italiano dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Bulldog or Bloodhound or Spinone Italiano?
Bulldog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Bloodhound dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Spinone Italiano dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Bulldog or Bloodhound or Spinone Italiano?
Bulldog dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Bloodhound dogs are very 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: Bulldog vs Bloodhound vs Spinone Italiano?
No
Bulldog dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
Bloodhound 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
Bulldog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Bloodhound 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?
Bulldogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Bloodhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Spinone Italianos are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Bulldog vs Bloodhound 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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Yes

This breed makes good 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: Bulldog or Bloodhound 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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent 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: Bulldog vs Bloodhound vs Spinone Italiano?

Not really

Bulldog 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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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?

Yes

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.

Bulldog vs Bloodhound 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 Bulldog and Bloodhound and Spinone Italiano have?
4-5 puppies 8-10 puppies 4-8 puppies

Bulldog vs Bloodhound vs Spinone Italiano Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Non-Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound 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 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds 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?
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
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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