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Spinone Italiano vs Bracco Italiano vs Irish Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: Italian Coarsehaired Pointer or Bracco or Daredevil? Find the right dog for you

"Find similarities and differences between Spinone Italiano vs Bracco Italiano vs Irish Terrier" Compare Spinone Italiano and Bracco Italiano. Which is better: Spinone Italiano or Bracco Italiano or Irish Terrier?
 
 
 
Name Spinone Italiano Bracco Italiano Irish Terrier
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Spinone Italiano, Bracco Italiano, and Irish Terrier breeds.
Italian Coarsehaired Pointer
Italian Griffon
Italian Wire-Haired Pointer
Spinone
Italian Spinone
Bracco
Italian Pointing Dog
Italian Pointer
Daredevil
Irish Red Terrier
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Spinone Italiano, Bracco Italiano, and Irish Terrier? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Spinone Italiano vs Bracco Italiano vs Irish Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Spinone Italiano, Bracco Italiano, and Irish Terrier. Which breed is the largest?
Large
Medium
Large
Medium
Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Spinone Italiano, Bracco Italiano, and Irish Terrier? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 50-70 pounds (22-31 kg) 25–40 kg (55–88 lb) 25-27 pounds (11-12 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (26.5 kg) 25–40 kg (55–88 lb) 26 pounds (11.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Spinone Italiano or Bracco Italiano or Irish Terrier? Spinone Italiano vs Bracco Italiano vs Irish Terrier height comparison:
23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm) Male: 23–26 inches (58–67 cm), Female: 22–24 inches (55–62 cm) 18 inches (43 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm) Male: 23–26 inches (58–67 cm), Female: 22–24 inches (55–62 cm) 18 inches (43 cm)

Spinone Italiano vs Bracco Italiano vs Irish Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Spinone Italiano, Bracco Italiano, and Irish Terrier. Find price differences between these breeds.
$1500-$2000 $500-$600 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Spinone Italiano or Bracco Italiano or Irish Terrier?
Frequent: The Spinone Italiano is easier than average to get.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Frequent: The Irish Terrier is easier than average to get.

Spinone Italiano vs Bracco Italiano vs Irish Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Spinone Italiano, Bracco Italiano, and Irish Terrier. Which breed ranks highest?
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Spinone Italiano, Bracco Italiano, and Irish Terrier. Which is easiest to train?
Spinone Italiano dogs are quite easy to train.
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Bracco Italiano dogs are quite easy to train.
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Irish Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Spinone Italiano, Bracco Italiano, and Irish Terrier. Which breed is most alert?
Spinone Italiano dogs are average watchdogs.
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Bracco Italiano dogs are average watchdogs.
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Irish Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Spinone Italiano, Bracco Italiano, and Irish Terrier. Which breed is most protective?
Spinone Italiano dogs are average defenders.
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Bracco Italiano dogs are average defenders.
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Irish Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Spinone Italiano vs Bracco Italiano vs Irish Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Spinone Italiano, Bracco Italiano, and Irish Terrier? Compare temperaments.
Friendly
Docile
Affectionate
Patient
Loyal
Gentle
Playful
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loyal
Trainable
Companionable
Protective
Intelligent
Dominant
Lively
Trainable
Respectful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Spinone Italiano 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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Irish Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Spinone Italiano vs Bracco Italiano vs Irish Terrier?
Average to High: Spinone Italiano dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Bracco Italiano dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Irish Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Spinone Italiano vs Bracco Italiano vs Irish Terrier social needs comparison:
Spinone Italiano dogs are a social breed.
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Bracco Italiano dogs are a social breed.
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Irish Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Spinone Italiano dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Bracco Italiano dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Irish Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
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 dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Irish Terrier 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 vs Bracco Italiano vs Irish Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Spinone Italiano, Bracco Italiano, and Irish Terrier. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Spinone Italiano rarely barks.
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Average: The Bracco Italiano barks occasionally.
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Average: The Irish Terrier barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Spinone Italiano, Bracco Italiano, and Irish Terrier. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Spinone Italianos, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Bracco Italianos, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Irish Terrier is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Spinone Italiano, Bracco Italiano, and Irish Terrier. 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 Spinone Italiano indoors.
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 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 Irish Terrier indoors.

Spinone Italiano vs Bracco Italiano vs Irish Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Spinone Italiano, Bracco Italiano, and Irish Terrier. Which breed is most flexible?
Average: Spinone Italiano dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Bracco Italiano dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Irish Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Spinone Italiano or Bracco Italiano or Irish Terrier?
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 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.
Irish Terrier 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.

Spinone Italiano vs Bracco Italiano vs Irish Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Spinone Italiano, Bracco Italiano, and Irish Terrier. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Spinone Italiano has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Bracco Italiano has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Spinone Italiano bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bracco Italiano bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Irish Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Spinone Italiano vs Bracco Italiano vs Irish Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Spinone Italiano, Bracco Italiano, and Irish Terrier. Which breed lives longest?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Spinone Italiano: 13 years
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Bracco Italiano: 12 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Irish Terrier: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Spinone Italiano, Bracco Italiano, and Irish Terrier. 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 cold weather conditions
The Irish Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Spinone Italiano, Bracco Italiano, and Irish Terrier. Which has fewer health issues?
The Spinone Italiano is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Bracco Italianos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Irish Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Spinone Italiano should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Bracco Italiano should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Frequent
The Irish Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Spinone Italiano vs Bracco Italiano vs Irish Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Spinone Italiano vs Bracco Italiano vs Irish Terrier health problems comparison:
Bloat
Cerebellar Ataxia
Hip Dysplasia
Umbilical Hernias
Bloat
Entropion
Ear Infections
Ectropion
Kidney Issues
Sensitivity To Anesthesia
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Spinone Italiano vs Bracco Italiano vs Irish Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Spinone Italiano vs Bracco Italiano vs Irish Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Spinone Italiano, Bracco Italiano, and Irish Terrier. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Spinone Italiano has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Bracco Italiano has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Irish Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Spinone Italiano, Bracco Italiano, and Irish Terrier. Which needs most food?
2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. 5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Spinone Italiano vs Bracco Italiano vs Irish Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

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

Medium

The Spinone Italiano has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Bracco Italiano has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Irish Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Spinone Italiano, Bracco Italiano, and Irish Terrier. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Wiry Dense
Shiny
Wiry
Straight
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Spinone Italiano, Bracco Italiano, and Irish Terrier. Which requires most frequent baths?
8-12 weeks
Very 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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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Spinone Italiano or Bracco Italiano or Irish Terrier? Spinone Italiano or Bracco Italiano or {name3 shedding:
Spinone Italiano dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bracco Italiano dogs shed moderately.
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Irish Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Spinone Italiano vs Bracco Italiano vs Irish Terrier Good With Comparison

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

Spinone Italiano vs Bracco Italiano vs Irish Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Spinone Italiano, Bracco Italiano, and Irish Terrier. 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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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Spinone Italiano, Bracco Italiano, and Irish Terrier. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Spinone Italiano, Bracco Italiano, and Irish Terrier. 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.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Spinone Italiano, Bracco Italiano, and Irish Terrier. 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.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Spinone Italiano, Bracco Italiano, and Irish Terrier. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

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

Irish Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Spinone Italiano, Bracco Italiano, and Irish Terrier. 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 Spinone Italiano, Bracco Italiano, and Irish Terrier. 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.

Spinone Italiano vs Bracco Italiano vs Irish Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Spinone Italiano, Bracco Italiano, and Irish Terrier. Which has most puppies?
4-8 puppies 4-6 puppies 4-6 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Spinone Italiano, Bracco Italiano, and Irish Terrier. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Spinone Italiano, Bracco Italiano, and Irish Terrier. 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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Spinone Italiano vs Bracco Italiano vs Irish Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Spinone Italiano, Bracco Italiano, and Irish Terrier. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2000 as a Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Spinone Italiano, Bracco Italiano, and Irish Terrier. 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 Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Spinone Italiano, Bracco Italiano, and Irish Terrier. Which has most recognition?
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
Federation Cynologique Internationale
United Kennel Club
Foundation Stock Service
North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association
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