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248 GUIDE T O BREED S

PORTUGUESE POINTER

THIS TIRELESS AND ADAPTABLE HUNTING DOG IS BEST SUITED TO A WORKING LIFE FCI

Height range Locally known as the Perdigueiro Português, which literally means
19–24 in (48–60 cm) the Portuguese Partridge Dog, this breed was used as a pointer for
Weight range hunters with falcons or nets. Still worked today, the Portuguese
35–60 lb (16–27 kg)
Pointer is level-headed and biddable, and therefore also Triangular,
Life span 12–14 years makes an amenable companion. However, this tenacious drop ears
Origin Portugal hunter needs considerable mental and
physical activity every day.
Moderately
developed
flews

Dark eyes
with dark rims
Deep chest
Short, red-
yellow coat
Slightly
tucked-up
belly White markings
on feet
Slight dewlap
Square muzzle

BRACCO ITALIANO

THIS RARE BREED IS ATHLETIC AND GOOD WITH CHILDREN KC

Slightly arched muzzle
Height range Dogs similar to the Bracco Italiano, or Italian Pointer, can
22–26 in (55–67 cm) be seen in paintings from the 14th century, when they were
Pendant
Weight range used to drive game birds into nets. Still used as a working ears with
55–88 lb (25–40 kg)
dog today, this breed also makes a level-headed and gentle rounded tips
Life span 12–13 years companion, though it can be stubborn at times.
Origin Italy
Nose matches
coat color
Well-
developed
flews
Other colors

White White with Powerful
orange, amber, neck has
or brown soft dewlap
markings Smooth, roan coat with
chestnut markings

Oval-shaped feet
Tail tapers slightly

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