Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Bracco Italiano
Breed Compatibility
94% Compatible
Energy Level
Welsh Springer Spaniel: Energetic0.8
Bracco Italiano: Energetic0.8
Very Compatible
Trainability
Welsh Springer Spaniel: Easy Training0.8
Bracco Italiano: Easy Training0.8
Very Compatible
Grooming Needs
Welsh Springer Spaniel: Weekly Brushing0.4
Bracco Italiano: Occasional Bath/Brush0.2
Very Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Welsh Springer Spaniel5/5
Bracco Italiano4/5
Good with Other Dogs
Welsh Springer Spaniel4/5
Bracco Italiano4/5
Good with Strangers
Welsh Springer Spaniel1/5
Bracco Italiano3/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation risk
Eye Problems: Various ocular conditions
Epilepsy: Neurological seizure disorder
Glaucoma: Increased eye pressure issue
Entropion: Inward rolling of eyelids
Thyroid Issues: Hormone imbalance risks
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
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Pros
Excellent family companion
Good with children
Trainable
Athletic
Affectionate
Cons
Needs regular exercise
Regular grooming required
Can be reserved with strangers
Moderate shedding
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
Welsh Springer Spaniel Fun Fact
Their distinctive red and white coat pattern has remained unchanged for centuries in Welsh hunting circles.
Bracco Italiano Fun Fact
Their unique extended trot gait was specifically bred for covering large hunting areas efficiently.
Heritage & Purpose
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Origin:
Developed in Wales during the 1800s as skilled hunting companions, these spaniels excelled at flushing and retrieving game in challenging Welsh terrain.
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
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Weekly grooming sessions needed to maintain coat. Requires consistent exercise routine. Regular eye checks and hip evaluations recommended for preventive care.
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
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