The Italian Shorthaired Running Dog is an elegant and athletic hunting dog breed, originating from Italy. Sought after for its speed, endurance, and excellent sense of smell, it is primarily used to track game such as wild boars and deer. This energetic dog is also an excellent companion for active families.
✨ Breed Characteristics
- Origin: Italy
- Hypoallergenic? No
📊 Quick Facts
- Weight: 18-28 kg (male & female)
- Height: 52-58 cm (male) / 48-56 cm (female)
- Life expectancy: 12-14 years
- Exercise needs: 2 to 3 hours per day
- Apartment living: ⭐☆☆☆☆ (Not well suited for apartment living)
🧠 Personality (out of 5 stars)
- Intelligent: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Affectionate: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Protective: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Playful: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Vocalizations: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Obedient: ⭐⭐☆☆☆ (Independent, firm training needed)
- Hunter: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Exceptional hunting dog)
- Calm: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Athletic: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (High physical activity needs)
- Independent: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
🐾 Compatibility with
- Children: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Can be sociable, but needs supervision)
- Other animals: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Sociable but sometimes dominant, socialization needed)
- Strangers: ⭐⭐☆☆☆ (Reserved with foreigners)
- Apartment living: ⭐☆☆☆☆ (Preferable to live in a spacious and enclosed environment)
🧼 Maintenance & care
- Ease of maintenance: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (Moderate to high maintenance)
- Maintenance cost: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Regular maintenance needed)
- Frequency of care:
- Weekly brushing to remove dead hair and maintain good skin condition
- Regular cleaning of ears and teeth
- Regular nail trimming
💰 Budget
- Purchase price: 800-1500 €
- Average annual cost (veterinary, accessories, food): 450-650 €
🏡 Important note
The Italian Shorthaired Bracco is an active and enduring hunting dog. It requires a large space to run and expend energy, with a fenced garden being ideal. It is not a dog suited for apartment living. It excels in demanding physical activities and can be a loyal companion for families willing to provide a spacious environment.
👉 An elegant and sporty hunting dog, perfect for dynamic owners with a large outdoor space! 🏡
