Plott Hound vs Bracco Italiano
Breed Compatibility
52% Compatible
Energy Level
Plott Hound: Energetic0.8
Bracco Italiano: Energetic0.8
Very Compatible
Trainability
Plott Hound: Independent0.4
Bracco Italiano: Easy Training0.8
Moderately Compatible
Grooming Needs
Plott Hound: Occasional Bath/Brush0.2
Bracco Italiano: Occasional Bath/Brush0.2
Very Compatible
Cost Category
Moderate
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Plott Hound0/5
Bracco Italiano4/5
Good with Other Dogs
Plott Hound0/5
Bracco Italiano4/5
Good with Strangers
Plott Hound0/5
Bracco Italiano3/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
Plott Hound
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation risk
Bloat: Digestive emergency condition
Eye Problems: Various vision issues
Ear Infections: Common in hanging ears
Heart Issues: Cardiac health concerns
Skin Allergies: Environmental reactions
Bracco Italiano
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation risk
Entropion: Eyelid rolls inward
Elbow Dysplasia: Joint development issue
Bloat: Gastric torsion risk
Ear Infections: Due to long ears
Eye Problems: Various conditions
Pros & Cons Comparison
Plott Hound
Pros
Excellent tracking abilities
Loyal companion
Athletic and enduring
Low grooming needs
Cons
High exercise requirements
Strong prey drive
Independent nature
Not apartment suitable
Bracco Italiano
Pros
Excellent hunting abilities
Affectionate family companion
Intelligent and trainable
Good with children
Cons
Needs extensive exercise
Can be stubborn
Moderate drooling
Regular grooming required
Plott Hound Fun Fact
Plott Hounds are the only officially recognized breed developed in North Carolina.
Bracco Italiano Fun Fact
Their unique extended trot gait was specifically bred for covering large hunting areas efficiently.
Heritage & Purpose
Plott Hound
Origin: United States
Developed in the mountains of North Carolina during the 1750s for tracking and treeing large game. German immigrant Johannes Plott refined the breed for bear hunting.
Bracco Italiano
Origin:
Dating back to the 4th-5th century in Italy, these dogs served as versatile hunting companions for nobility, excelling in pointing and retrieving game in varied terrain.
Special Considerations
Plott Hound
Needs secure fencing due to strong tracking instincts. Regular exercise crucial for good behavior. Occasional grooming required but generally low maintenance.
Bracco Italiano
Regular ear cleaning needed due to long ears. Moderate exercise requirements must be met daily. Hip and eye health should be monitored throughout life.
Shedding
OccasionalShedding
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