A Detailed Comparison of the Bracco Italiano and the Sussex Spaniel.

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Bracco Italiano Versus Sussex Spaniel: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Bracco Italiano and the Sussex Spaniel 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 Sussex Spaniel. 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 Sussex Spaniel.

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 Sussex Spaniel.

Bracco Italiano versus Sussex Spaniel: Overview

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

Furthermore, both the Bracco Italiano and the Sussex Spaniel are Sporting Dogs. This means both the Bracco Italiano and the Sussex Spaniel 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.

Bracco Italiano versus Sussex Spaniel: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Bracco Italiano to the Sussex Spaniel 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 Sussex Spaniel

Factor Bracco Italiano Sussex Spaniel
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 5/5
Life Span 10 to 14 years 11 to 14 years
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 5/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 5/5
General Health 2/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 2/5
Height 22 to 26 inches 1 foot, 1 inch to 1 foot, 3 inches tall at the sho
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 5/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 1/5
Easy To Train 3/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 5/5
Easygoing 2/5 1/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 5/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 5/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 5/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 4/5
Weight 55 to 90 pounds 35 to 45 pounds
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 12.5 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
    		•  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 Sussex Spaniel. 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 Sussex Spaniel is 100 out of 125.

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

    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 Sussex Spaniel 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 Sussex Spaniel

    Below is a list of where the Bracco Italiano and the Sussex Spaniel are most different:

    • Bracco Italianos do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Sussex Spaniels adapt well to apartment living.
    • Bracco Italianos are not the best dogs for new dog owners. However, Sussex Spaniels are good for new dog owners.
    • Bracco Italianos do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful. However, Sussex Spaniels do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
    • Bracco Italianos have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets. However, Sussex Spaniels have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
    • Bracco Italianos require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise. However, Sussex Spaniels have low exercise needs.

    The Similarities Between the Bracco Italiano and the Sussex Spaniel

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

    • Both the Bracco Italiano and the Sussex Spaniel do not have the tendency to drool.
    • Both the Bracco Italiano and the Sussex Spaniel are not prone to nip and chew at things.
    • Both the Bracco Italiano and the Sussex Spaniel 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 Sussex Spaniel get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
    • Both the Bracco Italiano and the Sussex Spaniel are highly intelligent.
    • Both the Bracco Italiano and the Sussex Spaniel are very playful.
    • Both the Bracco Italiano and the Sussex Spaniel are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
    • Both the Bracco Italiano and the Sussex Spaniel get along well with other dogs.
    • Both the Bracco Italiano and the Sussex Spaniel are very easy to groom.

    Size Comparison of Bracco Italiano versus Sussex Spaniel

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

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

    On the other hand, Sussex Spaniels weigh 35 to 45 pounds when fully grown. Sussex Spaniels are 1 foot, 1 inch to 1 foot, 3 inches tall at the sho when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Bracco Italiano versus Sussex Spaniel

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

    The lifespan of Sussex Spaniels is between 11 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Sussex Spaniels is 12.5 years.

    Sussex Spaniels live longer than Bracco Italianos.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Bracco Italiano versus Sussex Spaniel

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

    Sussex Spaniels do not like to be left alone.

    Do Bracco Italianos shed more than Sussex Spaniels?

    Bracco Italianos shed moderately.

    Sussex Spaniels shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Bracco Italiano or the Sussex Spaniel

    Bracco Italianos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Sussex Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Bracco Italiano or the Sussex Spaniel?

    Bracco Italianos are very easy to groom.

    Sussex Spaniels are very easy to groom.

    Does the Bracco Italiano Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sussex Spaniel?

    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.

    Sussex Spaniels have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.

    Do Bracco Italianos Bark and Howl? What about Sussex Spaniels?

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

    Sussex Spaniels are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Bracco Italianos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sussex Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Bracco Italianos can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Sussex Spaniels can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Bracco Italiano vs. Sussex Spaniel

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

    Sussex Spaniels do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Can Bracco Italianos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sussex Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Sussex Spaniels can tolerate hot weather.

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

    Bracco Italianos get along very well with other dogs.

    Sussex Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Bracco Italianos good family dogs? What about Sussex Spaniels?

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

    Sussex Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Bracco Italianos and Sussex Spaniels?

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

    Sussex Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Bracco Italiano Easier to Train than the Sussex Spaniel?

    Bracco Italianos are fairly easy to train.

    Sussex Spaniels are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Bracco Italiano Better for Apartment Owners than the Sussex Spaniel?

    Bracco Italianos do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Sussex Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.

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

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

    Sussex Spaniels are very good for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Bracco Italiano versus Sussex Spaniel. 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 Sussex Spaniel better suits you and your family.