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Vizsla vs Bracco Italiano Comparison – Which dog is better Hungarian Pointer or Bracco?

"Find similarities and differences between Vizsla vs Bracco Italiano" Compare Vizsla and Bracco Italiano. Which is better: Vizsla or Bracco Italiano?
 
 
 
Name Vizsla Bracco Italiano
OriginsHungary flagHungary Italy flagItaly
Group Gun Dog Gun Dog
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare different names used for Vizsla and Bracco Italiano. What other names are these breeds known by?
Hungarian Pointer
Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer
Magyar Vizsla
Rövidszőrű Magyar Vizsla
Hungarian Vizsla
Bracco
Italian Pointing Dog
Italian Pointer
Breed Classification
Compare breed classifications between a Vizsla and a Bracco Italiano. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.
Purebred Purebred

Vizsla vs Bracco Italiano Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Which is bigger: a Vizsla or a Bracco Italiano? Compare size differences between these breeds.
Large Large
Medium
Weight Statistics
Compare weight ranges between a Vizsla and a Bracco Italiano. Which breed is heavier?
Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg) 25–40 kg (55–88 lb)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg) 25–40 kg (55–88 lb)
Height
Which is taller, Vizsla or Bracco Italiano? Is a Vizsla taller than a Bracco Italiano?
Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 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?
Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm) Male: 23–26 inches (58–67 cm), Female: 22–24 inches (55–62 cm)

Vizsla vs Bracco Italiano Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy prices between a Vizsla and a Bracco Italiano. Which breed costs more?
$800-$1200 $500-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Vizsla or Bracco Italiano?
Very frequent: The Vizsla 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.

Vizsla vs Bracco Italiano Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Which is smarter: a Vizsla or a Bracco Italiano? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.
Very smart: Vizsla is an excellent dog breed.
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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
Which is easier to train: a Vizsla or a Bracco Italiano? Compare training requirements.
Vizsla dogs are easy to train.
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Bracco Italiano dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Which makes a better watchdog: a Vizsla or a Bracco Italiano? Compare alertness levels.
Vizsla dogs are average watchdogs.
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Bracco Italiano dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Which is more protective: a Vizsla or a Bracco Italiano? Compare territorial behaviors.
Vizsla dogs are average defenders.
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Bracco Italiano dogs are average defenders.
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Vizsla vs Bracco Italiano Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
Compare personalities of a Vizsla and a Bracco Italiano. How do their temperaments differ?
Playful
Energetic
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Trainable
Companionable
Cheerful
Quiet
Easygoing
Willing
Evenly Tempered
Playful
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loyal
Trainable
Companionable
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Vizsla vs Bracco Italiano?
Sensitive: Vizsla dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Vizsla vs Bracco Italiano?
High: Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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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
Vizsla vs Bracco Italiano social needs comparison:
Vizsla dogs are a social breed.
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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? What's the difference between Vizsla vs Bracco Italiano?
Vizsla 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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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Vizsla vs Bracco Italiano? Which can be better for hunting?
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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Bracco Italiano dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Vizsla vs Bracco Italiano Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Which breed barks more: a Vizsla or a Bracco Italiano? Compare vocalization tendencies.
Average: The Vizsla barks occasionally.
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Average: The Bracco Italiano barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Which breed is more playful: a Vizsla or a Bracco Italiano? Compare play drive and energy.
The Vizsla is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Bracco Italianos, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Which is better for apartments: a Vizsla or a Bracco Italiano? Compare living space needs.
It is not recommended to keep the 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 Bracco Italiano indoors.

Vizsla vs Bracco Italiano Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Which adapts better to changes: a Vizsla or a Bracco Italiano? Compare adaptability levels.
Vizsla dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Bracco Italiano dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Vizsla or Bracco Italiano?
Vizsla 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.

Vizsla vs Bracco Italiano Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Which has lower bite risk: a Vizsla or a Bracco Italiano? Compare biting tendencies.

Low 🔽

The Vizsla has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Bracco Italiano has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Which is more mouthy: a Vizsla or a Bracco Italiano? Compare mouthing behaviors.
Vizsla 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
Which has a stronger bite: a Vizsla or a Bracco Italiano? Compare bite force PSI.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Vizsla bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bracco Italiano bite force: Ordinary.

Vizsla vs Bracco Italiano Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Which lives longer: a Vizsla or a Bracco Italiano? Compare average lifespans.
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Vizsla: 12 years
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Bracco Italiano: 12 years
Climate Tolerance
Which handles weather better: a Vizsla or a Bracco Italiano? Compare climate tolerances.
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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Health Concerns
Compare common health issues between a Vizsla and a Bracco Italiano. Which breed is healthier?
The Vizsla 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: Vizsla vs Bracco Italiano?
Average
The Vizsla 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: Vizsla vs Bracco Italiano? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Vizsla vs Bracco Italiano health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Epilepsy
Sebaceous Adenitis
Hip Dysplasia
Umbilical Hernias
Bloat
Entropion
Ear Infections
Ectropion
Kidney Issues
Sensitivity To Anesthesia

Vizsla vs Bracco Italiano Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Vizsla vs Bracco Italiano Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Which gains weight easier: a Vizsla or a Bracco Italiano? Compare obesity risks.
Low to Average: The Vizsla 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
Which eats more: a Vizsla or a Bracco Italiano? Compare daily food needs.
2 to 3 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.

Vizsla vs Bracco Italiano Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Which is more hypoallergenic: a Vizsla or a Bracco Italiano? Compare allergy friendliness.
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Coat Colors
What color variations exist for Vizsla and Bracco Italiano? Compare breed colors.
Golden
Rust
Russet Gold
Dark Sandy Gold
White
Orange
Amber
Chestnut
Copper
Grooming Requirements
Which needs more grooming: a Vizsla or a Bracco Italiano? Compare maintenance needs.
Effortless: The Vizsla requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Bracco Italiano doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Which drools more: a Vizsla or a Bracco Italiano? Compare drooling amounts.
The Vizsla 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
Which has less odor: a Vizsla or a Bracco Italiano? Compare natural smell levels.

Medium

The Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Bracco Italiano has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
How do coats differ between a Vizsla and a Bracco Italiano? Compare fur types.
Fine
Dense
Hard
Coarse
Short
No Undercoat
Dense
Shiny
Bathing Needs
Which needs more baths: a Vizsla or a Bracco Italiano? Compare bathing frequencies.
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Vizsla or Bracco Italiano? Do Vizsla dogs shed more than Bracco Italiano dogs?
Vizsla dogs shed moderately.
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Bracco Italiano dogs shed moderately.
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Vizsla vs Bracco Italiano Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Which is better with children: a Vizsla or a Bracco Italiano? Compare kid-friendliness.
Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Bracco Italiano dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Vizsla dogs are generally with other pets.
Bracco Italiano dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Vizsla or Bracco Italiano? Which dog is more friendly?
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Bracco Italiano dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Vizsla or Bracco Italiano?
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Bracco Italiano dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Vizsla or Bracco Italiano? Can a Vizsla and a Bracco Italiano be friends? Do Vizsla dogs get along with Bracco Italiano dogs?
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Bracco Italiano dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is best for first time owners: Vizsla vs Bracco Italiano?
Yes
Vizsla 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.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Vizsla 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?
Vizslas are usually recommended for elderly people.
Bracco Italianos are usually recommended for elderly people.

Vizsla vs Bracco Italiano As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Which makes a better service dog: a Vizsla or a Bracco Italiano? Compare service capabilities.

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 Work Suitability
Which is better for therapy work: a Vizsla or a Bracco Italiano? Compare therapy capabilities.

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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Scent Detection Ability
Which is better at detection work: a Vizsla or a Bracco Italiano? Compare scenting abilities.

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
Which is better for search and rescue: a Vizsla or a Bracco Italiano? Compare SAR abilities.

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
Which is better on boats: a Vizsla or a Bracco Italiano? Compare maritime abilities.

Yes

Vizsla breed usually likes 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
Which is better at pulling: a Vizsla or a Bracco Italiano? Compare draft work capabilities.

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 history between Vizsla and Bracco Italiano. Which has stronger military background?

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.

Vizsla vs Bracco Italiano Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare litter sizes between Vizsla and Bracco Italiano. Which has larger litters?
6-8 puppies 4-6 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare pregnancy duration between Vizsla and Bracco Italiano breeds.
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding frequencies between Vizsla and Bracco Italiano. Which needs longer recovery?

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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Vizsla vs Bracco Italiano Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC classifications of Vizsla and Bracco Italiano. Which groups do they belong to?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1960 as a Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI classifications of Vizsla and Bracco Italiano. Which groups are they in?
Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare kennel club recognition between Vizsla and Bracco Italiano. Which is more widely recognized?
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
Federation Cynologique Internationale
United Kennel Club
Foundation Stock Service
North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association

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    Mar 21, 2023, 2:13:12 PM:

    A good all round unbiased opinion very useful tool .