Bracco Italiano
VS
German Shorthaired Pointer (Vorsteh)
Bracco Italiano vs German Shorthaired Pointer (Vorsteh)
Compare Bracco Italiano and German Shorthaired Pointer (Vorsteh) side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Bracco Italiano
German Shorthaired Pointer (Vorsteh)
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
55 – 67 cm
58 – 66 cm
Weight
45 – 40 kg
20 – 32 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 14 years
12 – 14 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
5/5
Intelligence
4/5
5/5
Trainability
5/5
5/5
Health
4/5
2/5
Grooming needs
2/5
1/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
2/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
1/5
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Characteristics
Bracco Italiano
Great with kids
Super smart
Low grooming
Quiet
Easy to train
Large
German Shorthaired Pointer (Vorsteh)
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Quiet
Easy to train
Large
Summary
About Bracco Italiano
The Bracco Italiano is an ancient Italian pointing gundog with a noble, sculpted head and short, low‑maintenance coat. Calm, sensitive and affectionate at home yet energetic outdoors, it needs kind training, plenty of daily exercise, ear/skin care, and close family contact.
About German Shorthaired Pointer (Vorsteh)
The German Shorthaired Pointer (Vorsteh) is a medium‑large, athletic gundog with a short, shedding coat and striking liver-and-white patterns. Energetic, people-focused and intelligent, it needs extensive daily exercise, positive training, and close family contact to stay calm and content.
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