Brittany Dog Breed Information:
Brittanys were bred as gundogs, and they definitely have birds on the brain. Although they’re often called Brittany Spaniels, the American Kennel Club dropped the word “spaniel” from this pointing breed’s name in 1982. These energetic dogs are versatile family companions and hunting dogs who work more closely to hunters than other pointing breeds.
Brittany Dog Group: Sporting Dogs.
Brittany Height: 1 foot, 5 inches to 1 foot, 8 inches tall at the shoulder.
Brittany Weight: 30 to 40 pounds.
Brittany Life Span: 10 to 13 years.
More About This Dog Breed:
The Brittany is a happy, elegant gundog who is alternately described as hyperactive and as the perfect family friend. The truth depends on your own interests and activity levels. Brittanys are remarkable in many ways.
Brittany History:
The Brittany takes his name from the Celtic area of northwest France that was once an independent kingdom. Brittany lies just across the English Channel from Wales, and for well over a thousand years there was a great deal of commerce between the two countries, with dogs surely being a part of that trade. It's easy to see by their coloring alone as well as other physical characteristics that the Brittany and the Welsh Springer Spaniel probably had common ancestors. Brittanys didn't make it to the United States until 1931, but once they became known, they gained steadily in popularity.
Brittany Size:
Brittanys are 17 1/2 to 20 1/2 inches tall and weigh 30 to 40 pounds.
Brittany Personality:
Brittanys are happy and alert. As befits a pointing breed, they are curious and independent, but respond well to their people and want to please them. Brittanys are not just energetic, they're smart, so they needs loads of exercise and mental stimulation each day. When it comes to training, be consistent but never harsh.
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Brittany Health:
Brittanys are generally healthy, but like all breeds, they're prone to certain health conditions. Not all Brittanys will get any or all of these diseases:
Hip Dysplasia.
Epilepsy.
Hypothyroidism.
Brittany Care:
Brittanys are active, indoors and out. They do best if they have a large yard or, better yet, some acreage where they can run off some of their excess energy. Brittanys love to run in wide-open spaces. It's essential to teach them to come when called. Like any dog, Brittanys can be destructive as puppies.
Brittany Feeding:
Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Brittany Coat Color And Grooming:
Brittanys aren't heavily coated dogs. They have dense, flat, or wavy hair that's never curly, wiry, or silky. Brittanys are orange and white or liver and white. Sometimes their coats have a roan pattern, which is a fine mixture of colored and white hairs; for instance, orange roan. Brittanys are easy togroom. Keep their coats in good condition with weekly brushing, and a bath or dry shampoo when necessary.
Brittany with Children And Other Pets:
Brittanys are a good choice for a family with active children, but their energy level might be overwhelming for toddlers. Brittanys enjoy the company of other dogs and can also get along fine with cats, especially if they're introduced at an early age.