Differences and Similarities between the Bernedoodle and the Bracco Italiano.

Bernedoodle versus Bracco Italiano

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Bernedoodle Versus Bracco Italiano: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Bernedoodle and the Bracco Italiano? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Bernedoodle 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 Bernedoodle and the Bracco Italiano.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Bernedoodle 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 Bernedoodle 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 more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Bernedoodle 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 Bernedoodle or the Bracco Italiano

Bernedoodle versus Bracco Italiano

Bernedoodle versus Bracco Italiano: Overview

A very important difference between the Bernedoodle and the Bracco Italiano is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Bernedoodle is a medium-sized dog while the Bracco Italiano is a large-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Bernedoodle belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

On the other hand, the Bracco Italiano belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs 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.

Bernedoodle versus Bracco Italiano: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Bernedoodle 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.

Factor Bernedoodle Bracco Italiano
Does NOT Shed 5/5 3/5
Life Span 12 to 18 years. Tiny Bernedoodles tend to live lon 10 to 14 years
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 3/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 5/5
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
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 5/5
General Health 4/5 2/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Height From 10 to 29 inches tall at the shoulder, as size 22 to 26 inches
Weight From 10 to 90 pounds 55 to 90 pounds
Average Lifespan 15.0 years 12.0 years
Average Price $2730 $2500
Price Range $2000 – $3500 $2500 – $2500
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • DNA Repository
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination – annual exam recommended
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • *Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Bernedoodle 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 a Bernedoodle is 87 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Bracco Italiano is 76 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Bernedoodle is a better pet than the Bracco Italiano. So, you should get the Bernedoodle!

    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 Bernedoodle and the Bracco Italiano so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Similarities Between the Bernedoodle and the Bracco Italiano

    The Bernedoodle and the Bracco Italiano are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Bernedoodle and the Bracco Italiano are most similar:

  • Both the Bernedoodle and the Bracco Italiano do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Bernedoodle and the Bracco Italiano do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Bernedoodle and the Bracco Italiano are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Bernedoodle and the Bracco Italiano get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Bernedoodle and the Bracco Italiano are very easy to train.
  • Both the Bernedoodle and the Bracco Italiano have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Bernedoodle and the Bracco Italiano are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Bernedoodle and the Bracco Italiano get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Bernedoodle and the Bracco Italiano are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Bernedoodle and the Bracco Italiano are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Bernedoodle versus Bracco Italiano

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Bernedoodle and the Bracco Italiano.

    Bernedoodles weigh From 10 to 90 pounds when fully grown. Bernedoodles are From 10 to 29 inches tall at the shoulder, as size 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.

    Price of Bernedoodle versus Price of Bracco Italiano

    The average price of the Bernedoodle puppy is $2730. The price of the Bernedoodle typically ranges from $2000 – $3500. However, the price of a Bernedoodle can be as low as $300 and as high as $20000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 1322 Bernedoodle puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Bracco Italiano puppy is $2500. The price of the Bracco Italiano typically ranges from $2500 – $2500. However, the price of a Bracco Italiano can be as low as $2500 and as high as $2500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 3 Bracco Italiano puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Bernedoodle is more expensive than the Bracco Italiano.

    Bernedoodle Bracco Italiano
    Average Price $2730 $2500
    Price Range $2000 to $3500 $2500 to $2500

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Bernedoodle and Bracco Italiano. For different price points, the charts show how many Bernedoodle puppies or how many Bracco Italiano puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Bernedoodles. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Bernedoodles. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Bracco Italianos

    A breakdown of the prices of Bracco Italianos

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Bernedoodle puppy or the Bracco Italiano puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.

    Nevertheless, when looking from a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from one of those puppy mills that mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

    You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.

    Do Bernedoodles shed more than Bracco Italianos?

    Bernedoodles do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Bracco Italianos shed moderately.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Bernedoodle versus Bracco Italiano

    Bernedoodles do not like to be left alone.

    Bracco Italianos can be left alone only for a short time.

    Which one drools more, the Bernedoodle or the Bracco Italiano

    Bernedoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Bracco Italianos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Is the Bernedoodle Better for Apartment Owners than the Bracco Italiano?

    Bernedoodles adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Bracco Italianos do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Bernedoodle or the Bracco Italiano?

    Bernedoodles are OK for new dog owners.

    Bracco Italianos are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Can Bernedoodles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Bracco Italianos Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Bernedoodles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Bracco Italianos can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Bernedoodle or the Bracco Italiano?

    Bernedoodles are moderately easy to groom.

    Bracco Italianos are very easy to groom.

    Does the Bernedoodle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Bracco Italiano?

    Bernedoodles 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 Bernedoodles Bark and Howl? What about Bracco Italianos?

    Bernedoodles bark and howl, but not very much.

    Bracco Italianos are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Wanderlust Potential: Bernedoodle vs. Bracco Italiano

    Bernedoodles 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.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Bernedoodle or the Bracco Italiano?

    Bernedoodles get along very well with other dogs.

    Bracco Italianos get along very well with other dogs.

    Is the Bernedoodle Easier to Train than the Bracco Italiano?

    Bernedoodles are very easy to train.

    Bracco Italianos are fairly easy to train.

    Can Bernedoodles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Bracco Italianos Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Bernedoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Bracco Italianos can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Are Bernedoodles good family dogs? What about Bracco Italianos?

    Bernedoodles 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 Bernedoodles and Bracco Italianos?

    Bernedoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Bracco Italianos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Bernedoodle

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Bracco Italiano that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Bracco Italiano:

  • Black Mouth Cur (79 percent match with Bracco Italiano). Here is our comparison of the Bernedoodle vs Black Mouth Cur.
  • Rhodesian Ridgeback (80 percent match with Bracco Italiano). Here is our comparison of the Bernedoodle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Bracco Italiano

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Bernedoodle that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Bernedoodle:

  • Portuguese Water Dog (83 percent match with Bernedoodle). Here is our comparison of the Bracco Italiano vs Portuguese Water Dog.
  • Cavapoo (82 percent match with Bernedoodle). Here is our comparison of the Bracco Italiano vs Cavapoo.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Bernedoodle and how the Bracco Italiano compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Bernedoodle and of the Bracco Italiano to other breeds:

    Bernedoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Bernedoodle versus Saluki     Bernedoodle versus Havanese     Bernedoodle versus Cocker Spaniel     Bernedoodle versus Borzoi     Bernedoodle versus American Bulldog     Bernedoodle versus Pointer     Bernedoodle versus Italian Greyhound     Bernedoodle versus Morkie     Bernedoodle versus German Longhaired Pointer     Bernedoodle versus English Springer Spaniel     

    Bracco Italiano Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Bracco Italiano versus Mountain Cur     Bracco Italiano versus Bichon Frise     Bracco Italiano versus Berger Picard     Bracco Italiano versus Irish Water Spaniel     Bracco Italiano versus Cockapoo     Bracco Italiano versus Cockapoo     Bracco Italiano versus Belgian Tervuren     Bracco Italiano versus Vizsla     Bracco Italiano versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     Bracco Italiano versus Golden Retriever     

    Conclusion: Bernedoodle 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 Bernedoodle and the Bracco Italiano better suits you and your family.