Guide on Deciding Betweeen the Bracco Italiano and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier.

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Bracco Italiano Versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Bracco Italiano and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier? 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 Bracco Italiano and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier 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 Bracco Italiano and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Bracco Italiano and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier 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 Bracco Italiano and for the Dandie Dinmont Terrier. 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 Bracco Italiano and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Bracco Italiano or the Dandie Dinmont Terrier.

Bracco Italiano versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier: Overview

A very important difference between the Bracco Italiano and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Bracco Italiano is a large-sized dog while the Dandie Dinmont Terrier is a tiny-sized dog.

Furthermore, 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.

On the other hand, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.

Bracco Italiano versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Bracco Italiano to the Dandie Dinmont Terrier 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 Bracco Italiano and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier

Factor Bracco Italiano Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 4/5
Life Span 10 to 14 years 12 to 15 years
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 5/5
General Health 2/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 4/5
Height 22 to 26 inches 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 2/5
Easy To Train 3/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 3/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 4/5
Weight 55 to 90 pounds 18 to 24 pounds
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 13.5 years
Average Price $2500 No Data
Price Range $2500 – $2500 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • DNA Repository
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination – annual exam recommended
  • Hip Dysplasia
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  • DNA Repository
  • Eye Examination
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Bracco Italiano 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 Dandie Dinmont Terrier. 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 Bracco Italiano is 76 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Dandie Dinmont Terrier is 80 out of 125.

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

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

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Bracco Italiano and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier

    Below is a list of where the Bracco Italiano and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier are most different:

    • Bracco Italianos do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Dandie Dinmont Terriers adapt well to apartment living.
    • Bracco Italianos are very easy to groom. However, Dandie Dinmont Terriers require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
    • Bracco Italianos require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise. However, Dandie Dinmont Terriers have low exercise needs.

    The Similarities Between the Bracco Italiano and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier

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

    • Both the Bracco Italiano and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier do not have the tendency to drool.
    • Both the Bracco Italiano and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier have the tendency to develop certain health problems.
    • Both the Bracco Italiano and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier are not prone to nip and chew at things.
    • Both the Bracco Italiano and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
    • Both the Bracco Italiano and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier 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 Bracco Italiano and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
    • Both the Bracco Italiano and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier are highly intelligent.
    • Both the Bracco Italiano and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
    • Both the Bracco Italiano and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
    • Both the Bracco Italiano and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier are very playful.
    • Both the Bracco Italiano and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
    • Both the Bracco Italiano and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Size Comparison of Bracco Italiano versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Bracco Italiano and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier.

    Bracco Italianos weigh 55 to 90 pounds when fully grown. Bracco Italianos are 22 to 26 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Dandie Dinmont Terriers weigh 18 to 24 pounds when fully grown. Dandie Dinmont Terriers are 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Bracco Italiano versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier

    The lifespan of Bracco Italianos is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Bracco Italianos is 12.0 years.

    The lifespan of Dandie Dinmont Terriers is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Dandie Dinmont Terriers is 13.5 years.

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers live longer than Bracco Italianos.

    Health Problems of Bracco Italiano versus Health Problems of Dandie Dinmont Terrier

    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 Bracco Italiano and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier 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 Bracco Italiano is prone to more genetic health problems than the Dandie Dinmont Terrier.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Bracco Italiano than for the Dandie Dinmont Terrier.

    4 health tests are recommended for Bracco Italiano while 2 tests are recommended for the Dandie Dinmont Terrier.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Bracco Italianos and in Dandie Dinmont Terriers.

    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:

  • DNA Repository
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination – annual exam recommended
  • Hip Dysplasia

    • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Bracco Italianos here.

    Dandie Dinmont Terrier Health Problems

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Dandie Dinmont Terrier 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 Dandie Dinmont Terrier puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Dandie Dinmont Terrier 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 Dandie Dinmont Terriers for:

  • DNA Repository
  • Eye Examination

    • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Dandie Dinmont Terriers here.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Bracco Italiano versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier

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

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Do Bracco Italianos shed more than Dandie Dinmont Terriers?

    Bracco Italianos shed moderately.

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Bracco Italiano or the Dandie Dinmont Terrier

    Bracco Italianos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Bracco Italiano or the Dandie Dinmont Terrier?

    Bracco Italianos are very easy to groom.

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the Bracco Italiano Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Dandie Dinmont Terrier?

    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.

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers 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 Bracco Italianos Bark and Howl? What about Dandie Dinmont Terriers?

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

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Can Bracco Italianos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Dandie Dinmont Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Bracco Italianos can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Bracco Italiano vs. Dandie Dinmont Terrier

    Bracco Italianos have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Bracco Italianos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Dandie Dinmont Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Bracco Italiano or the Dandie Dinmont Terrier?

    Bracco Italianos get along very well with other dogs.

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Bracco Italianos good family dogs? What about Dandie Dinmont Terriers?

    Bracco Italianos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Bracco Italianos and Dandie Dinmont Terriers?

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

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Bracco Italiano Easier to Train than the Dandie Dinmont Terrier?

    Bracco Italianos are fairly easy to train.

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers are not easy to train.

    Is the Bracco Italiano Better for Apartment Owners than the Dandie Dinmont Terrier?

    Bracco Italianos do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Bracco Italiano or the Dandie Dinmont Terrier?

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

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers are very good for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Bracco Italiano versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier. 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 Bracco Italiano and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier better suits you and your family.