The breed had a name change in Their hunting skills serve Brittanys well in dog sports. Brittanys are champions inside and outside the ring. As far as energy level goes, the Brittany is off the charts. Brittanys make great family dogs…for the right family. They can be a sensitive breed. Selecting a Puppy How do you know what breed is right for your family? How do you find a reputable breeder? What questions should you ask a breeder? Download this e-book for guidance on these questions and other important factors to consider when looking for a puppy.
AKC Privacy Policy. Brittany Spaniel. Full of energy and eager to please, the Brittany is a medium-sized breed that delights in all kinds of outdoor adventures with their owners. Kristen Seymour. By Kristen Seymour Updated March 02, Breed Group Group Breed Group herding hound hybrid non-sporting none sporting terrier toy working. Dog Size Size Dog Size extra large lbs.
Other Traits Traits Other Traits apartment-friendly cold weather tolerant easy to groom easy to train good for first-time pet owners good hiking companion high potential for weight gain high prey drive highly territorial hot weather tolerant hypoallergenic loves water low prey drive prone to health issues requires lots of grooming strong loyalty tendencies tendency to chew tolerates being alone.
Temperament Temperament Temperament aggressive aloof anxious friendly gentle outgoing playful protective timid willful. Brittany Brittany Spaniel. Brittany spaniel dog stands on point in water. Brittanys were originally bred to illegally hunt pheasants and other game alongside poachers. Today, they're still faithful and steadfast hunting dogs. Medium shot of brittany spaniel wearing a rust-colored bandana.
Living Needs. Two brittany spaniel puppies play in grass with dog toy. Fact: Brittany puppies are adorable. But before you bring one home, make sure you can give her a life full of exercise and mental stimulation so she doesn't become bored.
Brittany spaniel stands in falling snow. Close up portrait of black and white brittany spaniel. Left: Brittanys enjoy a good romp through the snow, but because their coat isn't the thickest, they shouldn't be left outside for long periods of time.
Right: The color black is one of the big differences between the breed standard in the U. It was introduced when French breeders opened up their standards to build the depleted European gene pool after World War II. Brittany spaniel stands in middle of road.
Some Brittany puppies are born with long tails, while others only have little nubs. No matter the length, a Brittany will let you know she's happy with enthusiastic wagging. Brittany spaniel stands on point in grass. Brittany spaniel walks through water. Brittanys are as outdoorsy as you can get. Check her regularly for ticks, burrs, mats, and any cuts or abrasions she may have gotten on her adventures. Fun Facts.
Although the Brittany has never won Best in Show at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog show , they can claim more dual champions dogs who've earned championships in both conformation and field than all other sporting breeds combined. After the war, French breeders opened up their standards to allow black spotted dogs to diversify the depleted European gene pool.
In the mid s, French sportsmen crossed their small land spaniels with English Setters in attempts to produce a dog better suited for their needs. Some of the offspring were tailless, and their descendants continued to be tailless or stub-tailed. More importantly, they were excellent hunters with strong noses.
These dogs soon became popular not only with the French gentry but also with poachers because they would both point and retrieve and were extremely obedient—essential qualities for the clandestine activities of the poachers.
The Brittany came to America Mexico around The breed took a while to be accepted, mostly because hunters expected a pointing dog to have a long tail. When the dogs were given a chance, however, they proved their mettle and have since become the most popular of all pointing breeds at field trials. The Brittany is quick and curious, always on the lookout for birds or fun. These dogs love to run, scout, hunt, and play. They have an independent nature, befitting any pointing breed, yet are sensitive and very responsive to human direction.
Brittanys make good pets as long as they receive daily mental and physical exercise. If not given sufficient exercise, they can become destructive. The Brittany is generally a hardy dog that requires little maintenance. The coat is not particularly thick or long, but does require brushing once or twice weekly.
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