Bracco Italiano also is known as the Italian pointer is an ancient breed, and is recorded by the fact that it was mentioned in dating records from the fourth and fifth centuries BC. Centuries earlier, Italian hunters used nets to capture prey.
The Bracco Italiano was created precisely to bring prey to hunting nets. His role was changed to hunter, pointer, and bringer when the rifle was invented. To this day, he is considered one of the most versatile rifle dogs.
Description
– Male and female dogs of this breed can reach a height of 55 to 67 centimeters.
– Male and female dogs of this breed can reach a weight of 20 to 40 kg.
– The lifespan of this breed of dogs is 10 to 12 years.
The Italian pointing dog has short, thick, and shiny fur that can be white, a combination of white with orange, white with chestnut color, white with light brown. His body is big and graceful with a serious but gentle look. The ribs are raised, the back is wide and muscular, and the shoulders are firm and sloping. The ears are long and drooping.
Temperament
Bracco Italiano pointing dogs are smart, kind, calm, and hardworking dogs. They mature mentally when they are two or three years old. This breed of dogs are very sensitive and gentle while at home. They are very close to the children with whom they are very gentle and patient. And they do not cause problems with other dogs or other pets. This breed of dog does not require strict commands and is not aggressive.
Bracco Italiano dog breed is family-friendly and copes well with the family with which it lives. They enjoy running in the yard. They want to interact well with people. An interesting fact is that they want to watch TV with the owner and participate in cleaning the yard.
The Italian pointing dog starts galloping when hunting. He first approaches the prey, following its smell, and places himself in a certain position with his front leg always raised.
Health
This breed of dog has good health but can still have problems such as hip dysplasia, vision problems, anesthesia sensitivity etc.
Care
The fur of an Italian pointing dog is easy to care for. It is enough to brush it occasionally to remove damaged hair during the firing period. Long and wrinkled ears are sensitive, so check and clean your ear canals in time. You should not keep dogs outside. If you leave them alone for a long time, they will become unhappy and disobedient.
Feeding
The Italian pointing dog of this breed needs to be fed a dose of three to five cups a day, mostly dry food. The meal can be increased depending on the age and size of the dog.
Puppies
Since this breed of dog is quite rare, it will be much harder for you to find a small Bracco Italiano puppies from a tested kennel. Before buying or adopting a puppy of this breed, you should consult with the breeder, whether the puppy’s parents had inherited kidney disease.
History
The Italian pointing dog originates from Piedmont and Lombardy. It is not known exactly from what breed this breed of Italian pointing dog came from, but some believe it was obtained by crossing the Segugio Bracco Italiano breed and some ancient Asian mastiff, while others claim that the breed is a descendant of the St. John’s wort breed. Hubert. Initially, this breed of dog was used to hunt birds and was developed over the centuries.
