Breed Comparison: Bracco Italiano Versus Fila Brasileiro

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Bracco Italiano Versus Fila Brasileiro: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Bracco Italiano and the Fila Brasileiro 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 Fila Brasileiro. 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 Fila Brasileiro.

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 Fila Brasileiro.

Bracco Italiano versus Fila Brasileiro: Overview

A very important difference between the Bracco Italiano and the Fila Brasileiro is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Bracco Italiano is a large-sized dog while the Fila Brasileiro is a giant-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 Fila Brasileiro belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.

Bracco Italiano versus Fila Brasileiro: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Bracco Italiano to the Fila Brasileiro 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 Fila Brasileiro

Factor Bracco Italiano Fila Brasileiro
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 1/5
Life Span 10 to 14 years 9 to 12 years
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 3/5
General Health 2/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 3/5
Height 22 to 26 inches 24 to 30 inches
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 1/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 4/5
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 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 2/5
Weight 55 to 90 pounds 90 to 180 pounds
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 10.5 years
Average Price $2500 $1800
Price Range $2500 – $2500 $1800 – $1800
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • DNA Repository
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination – annual exam recommended
  • Hip Dysplasia
    		•  No Data

    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 Fila Brasileiro. 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 Fila Brasileiro is 62 out of 125.

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

    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 Fila Brasileiro 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 Fila Brasileiro

    Below is a list of where the Bracco Italiano and the Fila Brasileiro are most different:

    • Bracco Italianos get along well with other dogs. However, Fila Brasileiros do not get along well with other dogs.

    The Similarities Between the Bracco Italiano and the Fila Brasileiro

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

    • Both the Bracco Italiano and the Fila Brasileiro do not adapt well to apartment living.
    • Both the Bracco Italiano and the Fila Brasileiro are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
    • Both the Bracco Italiano and the Fila Brasileiro do not have the tendency to drool.
    • Both the Bracco Italiano and the Fila Brasileiro have the tendency to develop certain health problems.
    • Both the Bracco Italiano and the Fila Brasileiro are not prone to nip and chew at things.
    • Both the Bracco Italiano and the Fila Brasileiro are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
    • Both the Bracco Italiano and the Fila Brasileiro 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 Fila Brasileiro get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
    • Both the Bracco Italiano and the Fila Brasileiro are highly intelligent.
    • Both the Bracco Italiano and the Fila Brasileiro have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
    • Both the Bracco Italiano and the Fila Brasileiro do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
    • Both the Bracco Italiano and the Fila Brasileiro are very easy to groom.
    • Both the Bracco Italiano and the Fila Brasileiro have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
    • Both the Bracco Italiano and the Fila Brasileiro require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

    Size Comparison of Bracco Italiano versus Fila Brasileiro

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

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

    On the other hand, Fila Brasileiros weigh 90 to 180 pounds when fully grown. Fila Brasileiros are 24 to 30 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Bracco Italiano versus Fila Brasileiro

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

    The lifespan of Fila Brasileiros is between 9 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Fila Brasileiros is 10.5 years.

    Bracco Italianos live longer than Fila Brasileiros.

    Price of Bracco Italiano versus Price of Fila Brasileiro

    The average price of the Bracco Italiano puppy is $2500. The price of the Bracco Italiano typically ranges from $2500 – $2500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 2 Bracco Italiano puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Fila Brasileiro puppy is $1800. The price of the Fila Brasileiro typically ranges from $1800 – $1800. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 1 Fila Brasileiro puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Bracco Italiano is more expensive than the Fila Brasileiro.

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

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

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Fila Brasileiros

    A breakdown of the prices of Fila Brasileiros

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Bracco Italiano puppy or the Fila Brasileiro 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 to buy 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 a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

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

    Tolerates Being Alone: Bracco Italiano versus Fila Brasileiro

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

    Fila Brasileiros can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Bracco Italianos shed more than Fila Brasileiros?

    Bracco Italianos shed moderately.

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

    Which one drools more, the Bracco Italiano or the Fila Brasileiro

    Bracco Italianos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Fila Brasileiros drool moderately.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Bracco Italiano or the Fila Brasileiro?

    Bracco Italianos are very easy to groom.

    Fila Brasileiros are very easy to groom.

    Does the Bracco Italiano Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Fila Brasileiro?

    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.

    Fila Brasileiros 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 Fila Brasileiros?

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

    Fila Brasileiros bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Bracco Italianos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Fila Brasileiros Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Bracco Italianos can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Fila Brasileiros cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Bracco Italiano vs. Fila Brasileiro

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

    Fila Brasileiros 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 Fila Brasileiros Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Fila Brasileiros 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 Fila Brasileiro?

    Bracco Italianos get along very well with other dogs.

    Fila Brasileiros do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Bracco Italianos good family dogs? What about Fila Brasileiros?

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

    Fila Brasileiros are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Bracco Italianos and Fila Brasileiros?

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

    Fila Brasileiros get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Is the Bracco Italiano Easier to Train than the Fila Brasileiro?

    Bracco Italianos are fairly easy to train.

    Fila Brasileiros are not easy to train.

    Is the Bracco Italiano Better for Apartment Owners than the Fila Brasileiro?

    Bracco Italianos do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Fila Brasileiros do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

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

    Fila Brasileiros are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Bracco Italiano versus Fila Brasileiro. 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 Fila Brasileiro better suits you and your family.