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Tough and adapted to all types of hunting, Broca Italian is reliable, intelligent, courteous and easy to train. He has a powerful presence, with lean limbs, well-developed muscles, and a grafted head. In English, he is the Italian pointing dog.
The Bracconi Italian has been called the oldest European indicator, and its history dates back to the fourth or fifth century BCE. Although the exact ancestral origin is unknown, it is generally accepted that the Brexo Italian was previously a cross between the Segugio Italian and the Asian Mastiff, which has since become extinct. The breed was developed in northern Italy with two different varieties: the white and orange color variety known from the Piedmont region and the Roan-and-Brown from Lombardy.
By medieval times, the breed had become well established and Italian aristocrats exported broccos to the Old World. The popularity of Brexo was at its peak during the Renaissance, and they remained in healthy numbers until the end of the twentieth century, when they faced a sharp decline.
By the late 1800s, Bracco Italiano faced extinction. Over the years, dogs were made too heavy to do their work as a result of crossing with hounds and poor breeding, and the breed was prone to various health problems. Assisted in diligent breeding selection and breed reconstruction. In the 1920s, it was decided to unite the two forms of the breed to preserve genetic diversity.
At first, the Piedmontese pointer was a dog of lighter build and color, and it originated in the Piedmont region of Italy, as its name suggests. This dog was used to work in the mountains, reflecting its deformation and temperament. Piedmont’s dog was smaller than its counterpart in Lombardy, and its hunting style was reminiscent of some Western European points of view that it traveled with a Genti gallop. This dog was predominantly white, with or without orange markings.
Alternatively, the Lombard pointer was a rich brown cry and a heavier body type. This dog was used for hunting in marshy terrains, and was a strangling breed. These large dogs were banned for both their eye appeal and natural hunting ability.
Shortly after the breed was officially integrated, the working standard was written and released, and in 1949 the Societa Amatori Braco Colony was established in Italy. When the Italian Reform standard was published, it included both types of aspects, resulting in notable variability within the standard. The breed standard existed for over a century before it was compiled into this single document.
The Broca Italian was brought to the United Kingdom in the late 1980s, although the United States did not experience the Italian indicator until about 1994. In 2001, Bracco was accepted into the AKC Foundation Stock Service. In 2005, the first national “Gathering” was held, and in 2007 the Braconi Club of America was established.
This dog is apartment friendly, needs minimal grooming and drools very less.
The gestation period in lasts for 60-64 days The primary period of the reproductive cycle of the female is called Proestrus and goes on for around 9 days. During this time the females begin to draw in males. The subsequent part is the Estrus when the bitch is receptive to the male. It goes on for around 3 to 11 days. The third part is the Diestrus. Usually, it happens around day 14. In this period the bitch’s discharge changes for distinctive red and reaching its end. The vulva gets back to average, and she will no longer allow mating. The fourth part called the Anestrus. The time span between heat periods ordinarily keeps going around a half year. The litter size ranges between 6 to 8 puppies at a time.
The Brickey Italian is easy to groom. Their short coat requires minimal care and their long ears require regular cleaning to reduce the risk of ear infections. In addition, the occasional bath will keep them clean and look their best. Their nails should be trimmed regularly with a nail clipper or grinder to avoid overgrowth, splitting, and breakage. The teeth should be brushed regularly.
A broco needs a calm, patient trainer who is gentle but firm. This breed may be a bit independent, but for the most part, they are eager to please and are thrilled when they see that they are making you happy. They are best suited for a house that will use their hunting ability and give them jobs to do. However, in lieu of hunting, training for dog sports such as agility, obedience and rally can also be a great way to give your dog the physical and mental stimulation he needs..
Broca is a medium-to-high-energy breed that needs daily exercise and mental stimulation. This can be accomplished for free in a safe, enclosed space or by scheduled exercises such as daily jogs. A minimum of 30 minutes of exercise per day is required, but more is preferred. In addition, to be happy, they need time for each day spent in organized training or sports with their family.
Braconi cooks should perform well on high quality dog food, whether it is commercially manufactured or prepared with the supervision and approval of your veterinarian. Any diet should be appropriate for the age of the dog (puppy, adult or senior). Some dogs are at risk of being overweight, so watch your dog’s calorie consumption and weight level. Treatment training can be an important aid, but giving too much can lead to obesity. Know which human foods are safe for dogs, and which are not. If you have any concerns about your dog’s weight or diet, check with your vet. Clean, fresh water must be available at all times.
Bracco is an overall healthy breed, and responsible breeders screen their stocks for health conditions such as hip and elbow dysplasia, eye anomalies such as entropion, ectropion and cataracts, and kidney diseases such as renal amyloidosis. To avoid orthopedic stress on their rapidly growing body, Broca puppies should be given a balanced diet and not to perform solid or rigorous repetitive exercises until at least one year of age. Check Bracho’s long, pendulous ears for ear infections, and use a veterinarian-recommended ear cleaner once or twice weekly to keep the ear clean and dry to prevent infection.