Brittany — breed guide
A leggy, joyful bird dog that lives to run and please. Needs miles, not a backyard.
At a glance
- Group
- sporting
- Size
- Medium
- Weight
- 14–18 kg (31–40 lb)
- Life span
- 12–14 years
- Coat
- Dense, flat or wavy orange-and-white coat
Living with a Brittany
- Very high energy — built for work and long days out.
- Light grooming — a brush now and then.
- Light shedding.
- Quick to learn.
- Vocal when there is a reason.
- Good with children.
- Gets along with other dogs.
- Can live with a cat, with a slow introduction and an escape route for the cat.
- Not well suited to a flat — space, exercise need or voice works against it.
- A reasonable choice for a first-time owner.
- Average heat tolerance.
- Average cold tolerance.
Temperament
Upbeat · Athletic · Eager · Sweet
Health to watch
- Hip dysplasia
- Epilepsy
- Hypothyroidism
Owner-logged information shared via Leash Life is not veterinary advice; ask your vet about screening for these.
Did you know
Brittanys have earned more dual championships (show and field) than any other sporting breed.
Questions people ask
Is a Brittany good with kids?
Generally yes. Brittanys are usually good with children when raised with them and given their own quiet space.
Is a Brittany good with cats?
It can work, with management. Introduce them gradually, feed them apart, and make sure the cat has vertical space the dog cannot reach. Plan to manage it rather than assume it.
How much exercise does a Brittany need?
Hours — this breed needs a job or a long day out.
Can a Brittany handle hot weather?
About average — use normal hot-day sense.
Leash Life keeps a Brittany's day — walks, meals, meds, weight — in one shared feed for the whole household, and warns on the walk weather this breed can't take. Free to start.