Brittany
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General
The Brittany was developed in the Brittany province of France between the 17th and 19th centuries, becoming recognized in the 20th. If you have ever seen old tapestries featuring hunting scenes, the odds are that the orange/brown and white dog featured in it is a Brittany!
This dog was bred as gun dogs for bird hunting and is often referred to as a Spaniel. The Spaniel was dropped the word Spaniel from this pointing dogs breed in 1982.
This is a very versatile family companion as well as being a companion to a hunter. These lovely dogs have very high energy levels and show unbounded enthusiasm for everything the do.
This is a very bright dog and being left alone at home is not an option. He needs to be both physically and mentally stimulated, otherwise his exuberance will just go totally over the top and result in behaviours you may not be happy with!
This breed is very versitile and in fact they have won more dual championships than any other breed. A dual championship means that the dog has won championships in both field trials and conformation shows.
Being about 17 - 20 inches in height, this bred is ideal to take with you in the car.
The Brittany was developed in the Brittany province of France between the 17th and 19th centuries, becoming recognized in the 20th. If you have ever seen old tapestries featuring hunting scenes, the odds are that the orange/brown and white dog featured in it is a Brittany!
This dog was bred as gun dogs for bird hunting and is often referred to as a Spaniel. The Spaniel was dropped the word Spaniel from this pointing dogs breed in 1982.
This is a very versatile family companion as well as being a companion to a hunter. These lovely dogs have very high energy levels and show unbounded enthusiasm for everything the do.
This is a very bright dog and being left alone at home is not an option. He needs to be both physically and mentally stimulated, otherwise his exuberance will just go totally over the top and result in behaviours you may not be happy with!
This breed is very versitile and in fact they have won more dual championships than any other breed. A dual championship means that the dog has won championships in both field trials and conformation shows.
Being about 17 - 20 inches in height, this bred is ideal to take with you in the car.
Is this the right dog for you?
When we say this breed has high energy levels we are very serious! You are looking at an average of an hours walks per day, not just a quick jaunt around the block. If your Brittany does not get the exercise and mental stimulation it requires, it may result to barking(for which they are know for) and even chewing and being destructive.
Due to the high energy, this breed needs a large garden and interactions with family such as ball games, flirt pole etc.
The breed can also be very sensitive, so training should be based on positive reinforcement methods and they do not do well with shouting and stress.
Should you have 2 of the same, or 2 pups together?
On average the Brittany does not tend to be aggressive to other dogs, however you must make sure that your dog has been well socialized so that it will accept another dog into the home.
When it comes to which sex get on better, your best bet is one male and one female (both sterilized), or 2 males together. Never two females. The vast majority of the time two females will get on well until about 8 - 9 months of age and thenm fighting for position tends to occur. When males have the odd altercation, it tends to be over quickly, but with females, it just intensifies and often the only solution is for one of the females to be rehomes. This is not just for this breed, but in general.
Having two pups from same litter is not a good idea. Most people think that the pups will be happier with a playmate and won’t fight if they are family.Your pup should be at least 5 months old, before you consider bringing in another pup. This allows the pups to grow to their full potential and not become over dependent on one another. The truth of the matter is that your two pups are likely to:
Bond with each other to the exclusion of you
On average the Brittany does not tend to be aggressive to other dogs, however you must make sure that your dog has been well socialized so that it will accept another dog into the home.
When it comes to which sex get on better, your best bet is one male and one female (both sterilized), or 2 males together. Never two females. The vast majority of the time two females will get on well until about 8 - 9 months of age and thenm fighting for position tends to occur. When males have the odd altercation, it tends to be over quickly, but with females, it just intensifies and often the only solution is for one of the females to be rehomes. This is not just for this breed, but in general.
Having two pups from same litter is not a good idea. Most people think that the pups will be happier with a playmate and won’t fight if they are family.Your pup should be at least 5 months old, before you consider bringing in another pup. This allows the pups to grow to their full potential and not become over dependent on one another. The truth of the matter is that your two pups are likely to:
Bond with each other to the exclusion of you
- Will stress without the other dog being around
- Fight with each other
- Be more destructive and boisterous
- Two pups together often leads to one being more assertive and the other more submissive. This could well end up in a situation where the more submissive dog will never develop its full potential.
- Mature later
Do they get on with other dogs?
When well socialized, the Brittany is polite and gentle with everyone and peaceful with other dogs. But there is timidity and excessive submissiveness in some lines, so early socialization is a must to promote a confident temperament.
When well socialized, the Brittany is polite and gentle with everyone and peaceful with other dogs. But there is timidity and excessive submissiveness in some lines, so early socialization is a must to promote a confident temperament.
Do they get on with other animals?
Being a hunting dog, they should not be around small animals, such as rabbits, rodents and birds at all, especially in the home environment. However, if introduced as a puppy to cats, they can learn to live in harmony.
Being a hunting dog, they should not be around small animals, such as rabbits, rodents and birds at all, especially in the home environment. However, if introduced as a puppy to cats, they can learn to live in harmony.
Are they good with children?
Because of their happy, friendly nature, Brittanys they get on well, however care must be taken as their exuberance could result in a small child being knocked over. As always, just because this is a friendly breed overall, dont take this for granted - early socialization at puppy school is always recommended, as is continued socialization. Make sure that the pup meets children of all ages before the 16 week period.
Because of their happy, friendly nature, Brittanys they get on well, however care must be taken as their exuberance could result in a small child being knocked over. As always, just because this is a friendly breed overall, dont take this for granted - early socialization at puppy school is always recommended, as is continued socialization. Make sure that the pup meets children of all ages before the 16 week period.
Health
One of the most common health problems associated with this breed is its teeth, so do ensure that teeth are cleaned daily and that the dog has its teeth checked at the vet at least once. per year.
Other common genetic problems that they are prone to is PRA (Progessive retinal atrophy, HD (Hip Dysplasia), Epilepsy, luxating patella and also glaucoma. Allergies are not unusual.
“In today’s age, with the rising cost of veterinary care, it really is a wise decision to consider medical insurance for your pets. Depending on the plan you choose, you can ensure that if your pet does develop one of the health issues the breed is prone too, that you will be covered –additionally, just knowing that any accident your pet may have will be covered, will out-weigh the monthly insurance fee for most pet owners. Our own personal choice is Genricpet as they have a ‘no limit’ policy and their rates are comparable to the rest of the industry. To find out the questions and things to look for in a Medical Insurance, please just follow this link”
One of the most common health problems associated with this breed is its teeth, so do ensure that teeth are cleaned daily and that the dog has its teeth checked at the vet at least once. per year.
Other common genetic problems that they are prone to is PRA (Progessive retinal atrophy, HD (Hip Dysplasia), Epilepsy, luxating patella and also glaucoma. Allergies are not unusual.
“In today’s age, with the rising cost of veterinary care, it really is a wise decision to consider medical insurance for your pets. Depending on the plan you choose, you can ensure that if your pet does develop one of the health issues the breed is prone too, that you will be covered –additionally, just knowing that any accident your pet may have will be covered, will out-weigh the monthly insurance fee for most pet owners. Our own personal choice is Genricpet as they have a ‘no limit’ policy and their rates are comparable to the rest of the industry. To find out the questions and things to look for in a Medical Insurance, please just follow this link”
Do’s and Dont’s
Do’s
Don’t
Do’s
- Do get your pup from a KUSA registered breeder and do read the articles on Breeders and also choosing a pup
- Sterilize at approximately 6 months of age.
- Do take your pup for socialization - pups should start at 8 weeks of age and this should not be missed - lays the foundation for future social interactions.
- Do continue the socialiazation - keeps solid social skills in place
- Give daily, regular exercise which this breed really needs and about an hour per day.
- This breed really needs to work and good stimulation is scent games all around the garden, behaviour games etc to keep that quick brain stimulated.
- Supply chew toys and mental stimulation when left alone.
- Allow your dog to be part of the family
- Give regular brushing and annual vacs.
- Supply mental games such as behaviour games, scenting games etc in the garden to mentally stimulate this breed.
- Take your dog for basic training and keep simple house rules in place
Don’t
- Don't use aversive training methods.
- Leave this breed outside alone – behaviour problems will develop