Is the Brittany a good family dog?

Brittanys are known for being bright, fun-loving, upbeat. They are generally considered adaptable with children. As with all breeds, supervised interaction with young children is recommended.

How much exercise does a Brittany need daily?

Brittanys are an active breed and need at least 1–2 hours of vigorous exercise daily, plus mental enrichment to prevent boredom.

Medium breed Active energy Wavy coat Sporting Group 🌍 France

Brittany

Bright, Fun-Loving, Upbeat

Brittanys are smaller than setters but leggier than spaniels, standing about 20 inches at the shoulder. Their beautiful, boldly patterned coat comes in combinations of white and vivid orange and liver (reddish-brown). They are rugged and strong but smooth, clean, and quick afoot.…

⚖️ 30–40 lbs 📏 17.5–20.5" 🎂 12–14 years 🧠 Intelligence #19 — above-average

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Energy

100%

Shedding

60%

Trainability

100%

Grooming

60%

Friendliness

80%

Coat Type

Wavy coat 2-3 Times a Week Brushing

🧠 #19

Intelligence

🎂 12.9yr

Average lifespan

💰 $23K

Lifetime cost

🍖 $466/yr

Annual food estimate

👨‍👩‍👧 Great

With kids

🩺 0

Known conditions

Brittany food & nutrition tools

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Brittany training & walking gear

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Requires 90+ minutes vigorous exercise daily — fetch, agility, or long hikes.

Seasonal shedder — daily brushing during spring and fall coat blows is essential.

Brush 2-3× weekly to maintain coat condition and reduce shedding around the home.

Highly trainable — excels with positive reinforcement; start obedience classes early.

Recommended for experienced owners — higher owner difficulty rating of 7/10.
Urban-friendly: adapts well to apartment or townhouse living when daily exercise is consistent.
Naturally friendly and intelligent, this breed fits best with early socialization and clear routines.
Working heritage means structured activity matters — under-stimulation can lead to problem behaviors.