| Origin |
France (in the province of Brittany) dating back to the 1800's. |
| Original Use |
Pointing and retrieving |
| Use Today |
Pointing and retrieving |
| Temperament |
It is friendly, alert, and full of energy. It loves to be on the go, running hunting, or playing. It is even tempered and obedient. |
| Acceptance of: |
Other Dogs - Good |
| Other Pets - Good |
| Strangers - Excellent |
| Children - Good
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| Watchdog Ability |
Very Good |
| Guard dog Ability |
Not Good |
| Ease of Training |
Very Good |
| Living Conditions |
Can live outdoors in most climates. Not suited for apartment living. |
| Exercise |
Requires lots of vigorous exercise on a daily basis. |
| Coat |
Has a dense flat coat. May have some wave or curl. Hair is short and fine. |
| Grooming |
Requires minimal brushing - once a week or less. |
| Colors |
Liver and white, black and white, or all three colors. |
| Height and Weight |
Ideal weight is 30 to 40 pounds (13.5 to 18 kg) while the ideal height is 17.5 to 20.5 inches (44.5 to 52 cm). Variations may occur in individual animals. |
| Life Expectancy |
12 to 14 years. |
| Group |
The AKC places the Brittany dog in the Sporting group. |
