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Spinone Italiano vs Shiba Inu vs Bracco Italiano Comparison - Dog breed selector: Italian Coarsehaired Pointer or Japanese Shiba Inu or Bracco? Find the right dog for you

"Find similarities and differences between Spinone Italiano vs Shiba Inu vs Bracco Italiano" Compare Spinone Italiano and Shiba Inu. Which is better: Spinone Italiano or Shiba Inu or Bracco Italiano?
 
 
 
Name Spinone Italiano Shiba Inu Bracco Italiano
OriginsItaly flagItaly Japan flagJapan Italy flagItaly
Group Gun Dog Companion Dogs Gun Dog
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Spinone Italiano, Shiba Inu, and Bracco Italiano breeds.
Italian Coarsehaired Pointer
Italian Griffon
Italian Wire-Haired Pointer
Spinone
Italian Spinone
Japanese Shiba Inu
Japanese Small-Size Dog
Shiba
Shiba Ken
Brushwood Dog
Bracco
Italian Pointing Dog
Italian Pointer
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Spinone Italiano, Shiba Inu, and Bracco Italiano? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Spinone Italiano vs Shiba Inu vs Bracco Italiano Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Spinone Italiano, Shiba Inu, and Bracco Italiano. Which breed is the largest?
Large
Medium
Medium Large
Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Spinone Italiano, Shiba Inu, and Bracco Italiano? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 50-70 pounds (22-31 kg) Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg) 25–40 kg (55–88 lb)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (26.5 kg) Male: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg), Female: 17.5 pounds (6.8.5 kg) 25–40 kg (55–88 lb)
Height
Which is taller, Spinone Italiano or Shiba Inu or Bracco Italiano? Spinone Italiano vs Shiba Inu vs Bracco Italiano height comparison:
23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm) Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) Male: 23–26 inches (58–67 cm), Female: 22–24 inches (55–62 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm) Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) Male: 23–26 inches (58–67 cm), Female: 22–24 inches (55–62 cm)

Spinone Italiano vs Shiba Inu vs Bracco Italiano Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Spinone Italiano, Shiba Inu, and Bracco Italiano. Find price differences between these breeds.
$1500-$2000 $800-$1000 $500-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Spinone Italiano or Shiba Inu or Bracco Italiano?
Frequent: The Spinone Italiano is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Shiba Inu is quite easy to get.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Spinone Italiano vs Shiba Inu vs Bracco Italiano Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Spinone Italiano, Shiba Inu, and Bracco Italiano. 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, Shiba Inu, and Bracco Italiano. Which is easiest to train?
Spinone Italiano dogs are quite easy to train.
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A slightly harder to train than average.
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Bracco Italiano dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Spinone Italiano, Shiba Inu, and Bracco Italiano. Which breed is most alert?
Spinone Italiano dogs are average watchdogs.
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Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs.
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Bracco Italiano dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Spinone Italiano, Shiba Inu, and Bracco Italiano. Which breed is most protective?
Spinone Italiano dogs are average defenders.
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Shiba Inu dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Bracco Italiano dogs are average defenders.
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Spinone Italiano vs Shiba Inu vs Bracco Italiano Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Spinone Italiano, Shiba Inu, and Bracco Italiano? Compare temperaments.
Friendly
Docile
Affectionate
Patient
Loyal
Gentle
Alert
Confident
Going
Fearless
Keen
Faithful
Charming
Playful
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loyal
Trainable
Companionable
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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Shiba Inu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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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: Spinone Italiano vs Shiba Inu vs Bracco Italiano?
Average to High: Spinone Italiano dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average to High: Shiba Inu 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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Social Needs
Spinone Italiano vs Shiba Inu vs Bracco Italiano social needs comparison:
Spinone Italiano dogs are a social breed.
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Shiba Inu dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Bracco Italiano 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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The wanderlust potential of the Shiba Inu is strong enough to escape from home.
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Bracco Italiano 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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Shiba Inu 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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Spinone Italiano vs Shiba Inu vs Bracco Italiano Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Spinone Italiano, Shiba Inu, and Bracco Italiano. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Spinone Italiano rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Shiba Inu rarely barks.
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Average: The Bracco Italiano barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Spinone Italiano, Shiba Inu, and Bracco Italiano. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Spinone Italianos, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Shiba Inus, 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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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Spinone Italiano, Shiba Inu, and Bracco Italiano. 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.
Very house-friendly dog the Shiba Inu 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 Bracco Italiano indoors.

Spinone Italiano vs Shiba Inu vs Bracco Italiano Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Spinone Italiano, Shiba Inu, and Bracco Italiano. Which breed is most flexible?
Average: Spinone Italiano dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Shiba Inu dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Bracco Italiano dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Spinone Italiano or Shiba Inu or Bracco Italiano?
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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
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.

Spinone Italiano vs Shiba Inu vs Bracco Italiano Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Low 🔽

The Spinone Italiano has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Shiba Inu has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Spinone Italiano bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Shiba Inu bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bracco Italiano bite force: Ordinary.

Spinone Italiano vs Shiba Inu vs Bracco Italiano Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Spinone Italiano, Shiba Inu, and Bracco Italiano. Which breed lives longest?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Spinone Italiano: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Shiba Inu: 13 years
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Bracco Italiano: 12 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Spinone Italiano, Shiba Inu, and Bracco Italiano. 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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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Shiba Inu can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Spinone Italiano, Shiba Inu, and Bracco Italiano. 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.
The Shiba Inu 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.
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.
Average
The Shiba Inu 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.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Spinone Italiano vs Shiba Inu vs Bracco Italiano? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Spinone Italiano vs Shiba Inu vs Bracco Italiano health problems comparison:
Bloat
Cerebellar Ataxia
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Glaucoma
Spinning
Chylothorax
Hip Dysplasia
Umbilical Hernias
Bloat
Entropion
Ear Infections
Ectropion
Kidney Issues
Sensitivity To Anesthesia

Spinone Italiano vs Shiba Inu vs Bracco Italiano Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Spinone Italiano vs Shiba Inu vs Bracco Italiano Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Spinone Italiano, Shiba Inu, and Bracco Italiano. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Spinone Italiano has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Shiba Inu has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Bracco Italiano has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Spinone Italiano, Shiba Inu, and Bracco Italiano. Which needs most food?
2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Spinone Italiano vs Shiba Inu vs Bracco Italiano Allergies and Grooming Comparison

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

Medium

The Spinone Italiano has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Shiba Inu has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Bracco Italiano has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Spinone Italiano, Shiba Inu, and Bracco Italiano. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Wiry Dense Dense
Shiny
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Spinone Italiano, Shiba Inu, and Bracco Italiano. 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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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 Spinone Italiano or Shiba Inu or Bracco Italiano? Spinone Italiano or Shiba Inu or {name3 shedding:
Spinone Italiano dogs shed none to minimal.
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Shiba Inu dogs shed above average.
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Bracco Italiano dogs shed moderately.
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Spinone Italiano vs Shiba Inu vs Bracco Italiano Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Spinone Italiano, Shiba Inu, and Bracco Italiano. Which is best with kids?
Spinone Italiano dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Bracco Italiano 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.
Shiba Inu dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Bracco Italiano dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Spinone Italiano or Shiba Inu or Bracco Italiano? Which dog is more friendly?
Spinone Italiano dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Shiba Inu dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Bracco Italiano dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Spinone Italiano or Shiba Inu or Bracco Italiano?
Spinone Italiano dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Shiba Inu dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Bracco Italiano dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Spinone Italiano or Shiba Inu or Bracco Italiano?
Spinone Italiano dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Bracco Italiano dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Spinone Italiano vs Shiba Inu vs Bracco Italiano?
Yes
Spinone Italiano dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
No
Shiba Inu dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
Bracco Italiano 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
Shiba Inu is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Bracco Italiano 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.
Shiba Inus are commonly okay with elderly people.
Bracco Italianos are usually recommended for elderly people.

Spinone Italiano vs Shiba Inu vs Bracco Italiano As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Spinone Italiano, Shiba Inu, and Bracco Italiano. Which is best suited for service work?

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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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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Spinone Italiano, Shiba Inu, and Bracco Italiano. 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, Shiba Inu, and Bracco Italiano. 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, Shiba Inu, and Bracco Italiano. 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, Shiba Inu, and Bracco Italiano. 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

Shiba Inu 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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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Spinone Italiano, Shiba Inu, and Bracco Italiano. 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, Shiba Inu, and Bracco Italiano. 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 Shiba Inu vs Bracco Italiano Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Spinone Italiano, Shiba Inu, and Bracco Italiano. Which has most puppies?
4-8 puppies 2-4 puppies 4-6 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Spinone Italiano, Shiba Inu, and Bracco Italiano. 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, Shiba Inu, and Bracco Italiano. 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 Shiba Inu vs Bracco Italiano Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Spinone Italiano, Shiba Inu, and Bracco Italiano. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2000 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 as a Non-Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Spinone Italiano, Shiba Inu, and Bracco Italiano. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Spinone Italiano, Shiba Inu, and Bracco Italiano. 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
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.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
United Kennel Club
Foundation Stock Service
North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association

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