| AKC Group: | Sporting |
| A.K.A.: | Brittany Spaniel |
| Functions: | Companion, Hunting |
| Year of Origin: | Unknown |
| Country of Origin: | France |
| Life Span (yr): | 10 - 12 |
| Colors: | Orange and White, Liver and White |
| Height (Inch): | 17.5 - 20.5 |
| Weight (lb): | 30 - 40 |
| Size: | Medium |
| Hair Length: | Medium |
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Appearance:
The enthusiastic expression of the Brittany indicates that he excels as a hunting dog. He has eyes that are set well into his head. His eyebrows work to protect his eyes from thorns and thickets that he may encounter while working in the fields. His ears are located high on his head and are short but hang down hear his face. His is usually tan, brown, pink, or fawn in color and has open nostrils so he can track via scent. The coat of the Brittany is thick and it can be either straight or wavy. He may have a little feathering on his legs, but not so much as to hinder his ability to hunt.
Temperament:
To get a true feel for the Brittany’s temperament, take him hunting. There he is truly in his element. Regardless of whether he is out working as a bird dog or at home with his family, he is a happy dog. He is not hostile, aggressive, or timid. He is easy to train and quite bright. He wants to please his master, especially when working. He loves to be with his family and is affectionate towards them. The Brittany gets along well with children and some other pets – if he is socialized as a young puppy. Rabbits, birds, and other small animals should only be around the Brittany with supervision.
Health:
Usually the Brittany is a breed of dog with few ailments. He may be predisposed to seizures and to hip dysplasia. However, if he does not jump from heights and if he does not make sudden stops, his hip dysplasia may not become too severe. Routine visits to his veterinarian should catch many medical problems before they become serious. Plus, making sure the Brittany is current with his vaccinations will prevent many terrible diseases, such as rabies and parvo-virus, from occurring. If he gets his teeth cleaned when he needs it, he can add years on to his happy life.
Maintenance:
One relatively simple breed of dog to maintain is the Brittany. His coat does not necessitate a lot of grooming. As long as he is brushed when he needs it, with extra time given to his coat when he is shedding, he will look great. Any additional time saved by the limited grooming required by the Brittany should be used to give him the exercise he loves. A quick walk through the neighborhood will not suffice for the Brittany. He must go for lengthy walks several times each day. He looks forward to the opportunity to swim, retrieve, run free in a dog park, or a fenced in yard.