a little more background about the Brittany

Brittany’s are an easily trainable breed.  They are very willing to learn and please their owner.  They are a very high energy dog and need attention and a medium/large fenced yard that they can run around in.  It is highly recommended to give them adequate mental and physical exercise to keep them busy or they will find something to get into and it may not be what you want them to. 

They have a very curious temperament and are also very friendly.  They are a hunting dog and are considered a pointing breed.  They are a very independent dog and really do not play well with other dogs.  They tend to be picky towards which dogs they are friendly with.  Brittany’s are very people friendly and good with children.  Brittany’s are very affectionate and extremely friendly.  This breed is not recommended for anyone who cannot exercise the dog daily because it is a very high energy dog and requires a lot of attention.

There is very little shedding, but it is recommended to brush the dog every couple days due to there being some feathering on the dogs ears, legs and chest and it will help avoid any possible fur matting.  The Brittany is a fairly good watch dog but not recommended as a guard dog because it is a very friendly dog and may let strangers pass as “friends” instead of an intruder. 

While major health issues are not a problem, hip dysplasia, skin allergies, eye problems, and occasionally, epilepsy are sometimes seen in this breed.  The Brittany is a bird dog and considered a pointing breed.  It is used to hunt birds like grouse and pheasant.  It is also a good breed to use for pointing field trials.  The Brittany is also thought to be a cross between an English setter and small French land spaniels.