Brittany Spaniel
The Brittany Spaniel is a medium-sized gundog that originated in the Brittany region of northwestern France during the nineteenth century.
Developed to work closely with hunters across varied terrain, this versatile breed combines the pointing ability of setters with the flushing and retrieving instincts of spaniels, making it uniquely adaptable to different hunting styles.
25-34kg
Weight
Medium
Size
12-14yrs
Lifespan
About the Brittany Spaniel
Standing 51–61 centimetres tall and weighing 25–34 kilograms, the Brittany is a compact, athletic dog with a medium-length coat in orange and white or liver and white markings. Temperamentally, the breed is keen, alert and energetic, yet gentle and affectionate at home. Brittanys are intelligent and eager to please, making them responsive to positive, consistent training methods. They typically get on well with children and other pets, thriving as warm family companions in active households. However, their working heritage means they require substantial daily exercise, ideally more than two hours, along with mental stimulation to prevent restlessness. The Brittany's friendly, adaptable nature and remarkable endurance make it a rewarding choice for owners who can provide an appropriately active lifestyle. With a typical lifespan of 12–14 years, this breed offers devoted companionship for those prepared to meet its considerable exercise and engagement needs.
Brittany Spaniel at a Glance
- Group
- Gundog
- Size
- Medium
- Weight
- 25–34 kg
- Height
- 51–61 cm
- Lifespan
- 12–14 years
- Coat
- Medium
- Sheds
- Yes
- Exercise
- More than 2 hours per day
- Typical price
- £800–£1500
Brittany Spaniel Temperament
The Brittany Spaniel is a keen, alert and energetic breed that combines the stamina and drive of a hunting dog with a gentle, biddable temperament at home. Generally very good with children and other pets, it makes a warm and affectionate family companion. Despite its compact size, it is renowned for its remarkable endurance and willingness to work all day in the field. Intelligent and eager to please, it trains well with positive, consistent methods. The Brittany thrives on exercise and mental stimulation and can become restless without adequate activity. Its friendly, adaptable nature and boundless enthusiasm make it a rewarding companion for active households.
Brittany Spaniel Lifestyle
The Brittany Spaniel adapts well to life in a smaller house and is happiest with plenty of outdoor space at home. A country setting suits them well.
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Brittany Spaniel Food Costs
Estimated based on a typical Brittany Spaniel weighing around 30 kg, using the food prices shown above.
Per day
£5.22 - £5.57
Per month
£157 - £167
Per year
£1906 - £2032
Brittany Spaniel Characteristics
The Brittany Spaniel requires a great deal of exercise and does best with an active owner and picks up new commands with very little repetition. They are incredibly tolerant of the rough-and-tumble nature of family life, but cope reasonably well on their own as long as they're well exercised first. The coat is reasonably straightforward to keep well-groomed and sheds at a fairly average rate. Intelligence is a real hallmark of this breed, and they do best with plenty of mental enrichment alongside exercise.
Brittany Spaniel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Thrives in active households with regular exercise and mental challenges
- Excellent with children of all ages, showing patience and genuine gentleness
- Highly sociable and generally good with other dogs when properly socialised
- The coat is low maintenance with manageable grooming needs
Cons
- Needs significant daily exercise and mental stimulation to stay out of trouble
- A strong prey drive means careful management around small animals
- Prone to separation anxiety when left alone for extended periods
- Not ideal for inexperienced owners without the time to dedicate to training and activity
