Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Barbet Versus Bracco Italiano: Introduction
- Barbet versus Bracco Italiano: Overview
- Barbet versus Bracco Italiano: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Barbet and the Bracco Italiano
- The Similarities Between the Barbet and the Bracco Italiano
- Size Comparison of Barbet versus Bracco Italiano
- Lifespan of Barbet versus Bracco Italiano
- Health Problems of Barbet versus Health Problems of Bracco Italiano
- Tolerates Being Alone: Barbet versus Bracco Italiano
- Do Barbets shed more than Bracco Italianos?
- Which one drools more, the Barbet or the Bracco Italiano
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Barbet or the Bracco Italiano?
- Does the Barbet Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Bracco Italiano?
- Do Barbets Bark and Howl? What about Bracco Italianos?
- Can Barbets Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Bracco Italianos Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Barbet vs. Bracco Italiano
- Can Barbets Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Bracco Italianos Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Barbet or the Bracco Italiano?
- Are Barbets good family dogs? What about Bracco Italianos?
- How Kid-friendly are Barbets and Bracco Italianos?
- Is the Barbet Easier to Train than the Bracco Italiano?
- Conclusion: Barbet versus Bracco Italiano. Which One is a Better Pet?
Barbet Versus Bracco Italiano: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Barbet and the Bracco Italiano? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Barbet and the Bracco Italiano better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Barbet and the Bracco Italiano.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Barbet and the Bracco Italiano is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Barbet and for the Bracco Italiano. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Barbet and the Bracco Italiano.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Barbet or the Bracco Italiano.
Barbet versus Bracco Italiano: Overview
A very important difference between the Barbet and the Bracco Italiano is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Barbet is a medium-sized dog while the Bracco Italiano is a large-sized dog.
Furthermore, both the Barbet and the Bracco Italiano are Sporting Dogs. This means both the Barbet and the Bracco Italiano were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.
Barbet versus Bracco Italiano: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Barbet to the Bracco Italiano based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Barbet and the Bracco Italiano
| Factor | Barbet | Bracco Italiano |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 13 to 15 years | 10 to 14 years |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 20 to 25 inches tall at the shoulder | 22 to 26 inches |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Weight | 37 to 62 pounds | 55 to 90 pounds |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 14.0 years | 12.0 years |
| Price Range | No Data | $2500 – $2500 |
| Average Price | No Data | $2500 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Barbet in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Bracco Italiano. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Barbet is 82 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Bracco Italiano is 76 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Barbet is a better pet than the Bracco Italiano. So, you should get the Barbet!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Barbet and the Bracco Italiano so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Barbet and the Bracco Italiano
Below is a list of where the Barbet and the Bracco Italiano are most different:
- Barbets require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom. However, Bracco Italianos are very easy to groom.
The Similarities Between the Barbet and the Bracco Italiano
The Barbet and the Bracco Italiano are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Barbet and the Bracco Italiano are most similar:
- Both the Barbet and the Bracco Italiano do not have the tendency to drool.
- Both the Barbet and the Bracco Italiano are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
- Both the Barbet and the Bracco Italiano do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
- Both the Barbet and the Bracco Italiano are not prone to nip and chew at things.
- Both the Barbet and the Bracco Italiano can tolerate cold weather.
- Both the Barbet and the Bracco Italiano can tolerate hot weather.
- Both the Barbet and the Bracco Italiano get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
- Both the Barbet and the Bracco Italiano get along well with other dogs.
- Both the Barbet and the Bracco Italiano are very easy to train.
- Both the Barbet and the Bracco Italiano are highly intelligent.
- Both the Barbet and the Bracco Italiano are very playful.
- Both the Barbet and the Bracco Italiano are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
- Both the Barbet and the Bracco Italiano have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
Size Comparison of Barbet versus Bracco Italiano
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Barbet and the Bracco Italiano.
Barbets weigh 37 to 62 pounds when fully grown. Barbets are 20 to 25 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Bracco Italianos weigh 55 to 90 pounds when fully grown. Bracco Italianos are 22 to 26 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Barbet versus Bracco Italiano
The lifespan of Barbets is between 13 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Barbets is 14.0 years.
The lifespan of Bracco Italianos is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Bracco Italianos is 12.0 years.
Barbets live longer than Bracco Italianos.
Health Problems of Barbet versus Health Problems of Bracco Italiano
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.
Both the Barbet and the Bracco Italiano are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.
The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.
Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Barbet is prone to more genetic health problems than the Bracco Italiano.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Barbet than for the Bracco Italiano.
5 health tests are recommended for Barbet while 4 tests are recommended for the Bracco Italiano.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Barbets and in Bracco Italianos.
Barbet Health Problems
Barbets are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Barbet puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Barbet puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Barbet breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Barbets for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Barbets here.
Bracco Italiano Health Problems
Bracco Italianos are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Bracco Italiano puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Bracco Italiano puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Bracco Italiano breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Bracco Italianos for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Bracco Italianos here.
Tolerates Being Alone: Barbet versus Bracco Italiano
Barbets do not like to be left alone.
Bracco Italianos can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Barbets shed more than Bracco Italianos?
Barbets do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Bracco Italianos shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Barbet or the Bracco Italiano
Barbets do have a very low tendency to drool.
Bracco Italianos do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Barbet or the Bracco Italiano?
Barbets require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Bracco Italianos are very easy to groom.
Does the Barbet Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Bracco Italiano?
Barbets have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Bracco Italianos have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Do Barbets Bark and Howl? What about Bracco Italianos?
Barbets bark and howl, but not very much.
Bracco Italianos are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Barbets Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Bracco Italianos Tolerate Cold Weather?
Barbets can very well tolerate cold weather.
Bracco Italianos can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Barbet vs. Bracco Italiano
Barbets have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Bracco Italianos have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Barbets Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Bracco Italianos Tolerate Hot Weather?
Barbets can tolerate hot weather.
Bracco Italianos can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Barbet or the Bracco Italiano?
Barbets get along very well with other dogs.
Bracco Italianos get along very well with other dogs.
Are Barbets good family dogs? What about Bracco Italianos?
Barbets are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Bracco Italianos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Barbets and Bracco Italianos?
Barbets get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Bracco Italianos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Barbet Easier to Train than the Bracco Italiano?
Barbets are very easy to train.
Bracco Italianos are fairly easy to train.
Is the Barbet Better for Apartment Owners than the Bracco Italiano?
Barbets adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Bracco Italianos do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Barbet or the Bracco Italiano?
Barbets are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Bracco Italianos are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Conclusion: Barbet versus Bracco Italiano. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Barbet and the Bracco Italiano better suits you and your family.