Bracco Italiano
VS
Shih Tzu
Bracco Italiano vs Shih Tzu
Compare Bracco Italiano and Shih Tzu 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
Shih Tzu
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
55 – 67 cm
23 – 27 cm
Weight
45 – 40 kg
5 – 8 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 14 years
10 – 16 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
2/5
Intelligence
4/5
2/5
Trainability
5/5
4/5
Health
4/5
4/5
Grooming needs
2/5
4/5
Shedding
3/5
2/5
Barking level
2/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
1/5
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Characteristics
Bracco Italiano
Great with kids
Super smart
Low grooming
Quiet
Easy to train
Large
Shih Tzu
Great with kids
Easy to train
Small
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 Shih Tzu
Small, sturdy companion dog from Tibetan and Chinese palaces, 4.5–8 kg with a long, flowing coat and chrysanthemum-like face. Affectionate, cheerful, and confident, it suits many homes. Needs moderate exercise, intensive grooming, and patient, reward-based training.
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