Orange and white Brittany.
Photo: Isabelle Francais/Landmark Stock Exchange
Height: 17.5-20.5 inches.
Weight: 30-40 lbs.
Life Span: 12-13 yrs.
Breed Group:
Sporting Dogs OverviewFriendly and affectionate with household members but wary of strangers, Brittanys make excellent watchdogs. They are fine with gentle children and usually get along with other dogs, although some males are aggressive with other males. They get along with other animals, such as cats, if socialized with them early. Without plenty of time and space for playing, these high-energy dogs will develop such undesirable behaviors as excessive barking, hyperactivity, and destructive chewing.
Appearance The coat of the long-legged, stubby-tailed Brittany is medium in length, dense, and flat or wavy. The skin is fairly loose. Coat color may be a dark rich orange and white, liver and white, or black and white in either clear or roan patterns.
Grooming & Exercise NeedsThe Brittany needs to be brushed and combed twice a week and needs several long, brisk walks or runs in a secured area daily.
OriginsThe Brittany, native to and very popular in France, hunts, points, and retrieves--the dog world's equivalent to the utility player in baseball. The name comes from the French province where the breed originated in the 17th and 18th centuries.
Special AlertsThe Brittany is not suitable for inexperienced dog owners.
Breed-related health concerns: hip dysplasia, epilepsy, hemophilia (a bleeding disorder).
