Brittany is a versatile hunting dog, bred to be an ideal companion in the field and in the home. We hope the following information will help you learn more about our breed. If you have further questions, please feel free to email us. ONE OF THE ADVANTAGES of a Brittany is that it is not a high-maintenance dog in terms of coat care and upkeep. Most do well with a medium-sized yard, as well as a good run in a safe schoolyard or park BRITTANYS DO REQUIRE ATTENTION EVERY DAY, though. are very much people-oriented dogs and often don't do well when they don't get as much attention as any other member of the family. BRITTANYS USUALLY LIVE 12-14 YEARS, so be prepared to make that kind of commitment to the dog. Impulse decisions and gift-giving are best reserved for stuffed animals, rather than an active Brittany who will require plenty of daily attention for many years. MAINTENANCE OF THE PET IS EASY because the medium-length

coat needs no clipping if your dog is strictly a pet. It will need a good brushing with a slicker brush once or twice a week to get out dead hair (especially at the start of fall and spring), and to make sure the dog is free of parasites such as fleas or ticks. Kohler Bathroom Faucet Handles LooseDon't forget nail clippers!Toy Cockapoo Puppies For Sale In Oregon Long nails are not only unattractive and ruin a dog's feet, but the longer08 Cts Headlight Bulb Replacement they get the more danger there is of one being torn off. bathe only when the dog is very dirty and a good thorough brushing won'tYou can use any basic dog shampoo for this. LIKE ALL DOGS, Brittanys need food and regular veterinary

care, including routine checkups and vaccinations. very good eaters, and must not be allowed to get fat (average weight isThey need a few good toys, especially if left alone for longWe prefer a couple of "real" bones (bought in a pet store), an occasional rawhide or cow hoof to clean teeth, and a ball or stuffedWe highly recommend crate training for all dogs, especially duringBeing crate trained means the dog will always have a safe way to travel in the car, or if he needs to be shipped somewhere. And if he ever needs to spend the night at the vet, it will be less traumatic if he has learned that a crate is a safe haven. a #300, or Intermediate, size crate (about 23" high). OBEDIENCE TRAINING IS ALWAYS A PLUS to help make a goodBrittanys vary in temperament, and each requires a different methodSome are very sensitive ("soft") and require only verbal corrections, while others need to be forced to do the right thing a few times before they will obey.

Training and socializing from an early age is very important to develop a happy Britt and owner. IT IS A MISCONCEPTION that all Brittanys are high-strung and need many miles of exercise everyday. If you meet enough Brittanys from different lines, you'll find that what the breeders tell you is true - Brittanys are not a breed for generalizations. They range from mellow to extremely active, big to small, and soft to hard tempered. Brittanys who run continuously outdoors, will most often settle down when inside with their family. IF YOUR PRIMARY INTEREST IS A HUNTING DOG, it would be best to find a breeder who tries to maintain a "dual quality" line by proving their dogs' abilities in field and show, and taking advantage of other "dual quality" lines to better their own. Look for parents and grandparents with titles in field (FC or AFC), show (CH, or DC if it is a field and show champion), and hunt tests (JH, SH, MH), possibly even

obedience and agility titles. IF YOU WANT TO COMPLETE TOWARDS FIELD OR SHOW TITLES, find a reputable breeder who competes with his or her dogs in those areas. NCBC can recommend breeders who have dogs available, and you may also find some listed on our Members' IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR A FAMILY PET, a rescue dog is a wonderfulAlthough often the background of the dog is unknown since many come from shelters or were found as strays, American Brittany Rescue places more than 500 wonderful, healthy, purebred Brittanys in new homes each year. Dogs are fostered by experienced Brittany owners or breeders for a few days to a few weeks so that they can be fullyThey are exposed to a variety of situations and people,so the rescue volunteer will have an excellent idea of what type of home the Brittany needs and will do well in. While they do not guarantee that rescue Britts will want or be able to hunt, some have had excellent success, and all are wonderful companions who with love and

care, can easily adjust to a new home. IF YOU DECIDE TO GET A DOG FROM A BREEDER, it is important to meet the dog's parents or other close relatives, or talk to several people who have relatives if it's not possible to meet some. give you some idea of the temperament the dog may develop, as temperament does run in the line and is heritable. Look at the dog's pedigree and ask the breeder if there are dogs in the puppy's immediate background (not more than 3 or 4 generations back) from both field and show stock. Remember that the parents and grandparents are the most influential onBe sure the parents, and preferably grandparents as well, are clear of genetic defects such as hip dysplasia and epilepsy. Look for OFA numbers to indicate the dogs are clear of hip dysplasia, CERF numbers to indicate healthy eyes, and ask whether any relatives are known to have had or produced seizures. It is important to choose a breeder who will be open with you on these matters, and who obtains genetic clearances/certifications

consistently on ALL of their breeding stock. CHARACTERISTICS VARY FROM DOG TO DOG, not within sexes. If you are getting a dog strictly for a companion, you should plan on having it spayed or neutered. This will eliminate many behavioral influences, such as possible roaming in the male or false pregnancies in the female and will help prevent many possible health problems in older dogs. CONSIDER ADOPTING A RESCUED BRITTANY from American Brittany Rescue, a large nationwide organization dedicated to placing healthy, good-tempered Brittanys in new homes if they are unwanted orThere are hundreds of Brittanys of all backgrounds, descriptions, and ages available across the country each year. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN THE MANY ACTIVITIES the Brittany is able to compete in, be sure to discuss this with the breeder or foster home of the dog you plan to get, or talk to other people involved in thatThere are many people in our breed who are willing to help newcomers

The most common activities Brittanys often compete in are: Field Trials (for the finished field dog or promising youngster) Dog Shows (to find the dog that is structurally closest to the AKC's Hunting Tests (for hunting companions of all levels of ability) Obedience Trials (for the obedience trained dog) Tracking Tests (for tracking certified dogs who can follow a scent on Agility Trials (for dogs trained to go over, under, and through obstacles Junior Showmanship (for kids 10-18 with any breed dog - show handling IF YOU GO TO AN EVENT in your area, many breeders/exhibitors will be able to help you get started with your Brittany in any of these areas. are "DUAL DOGS" and many show exhibitors also hunt and compete in other activities with their Britts, so ask around. page for more information on the above endeavors. DO NOT GET ANY DOG ON IMPULSE. If you are very serious about getting a Brittany, you should be willing "shop around" and/or wait