The Brittany Spaniel was initally bred for bird pointing and retrieval. Though a spaniel, their working characteristics are more like that of a pointer or setter. (Editor - my neighbours non-show quality spaniel is more akin to a "chewer" and a "swimmer in the family pool" type of dog.)

Appearance
Brittanies are mostly white with orange or liver spots. Individuals may have spots in combinations of these colours. Some also have black spots, but this is contrary to the breed standard. The coat is of moderate length, dense, flat, or wavy, with slight feathering on the ears and legs. Too much feathering is undesirable as it impedes the dog?s work in thick brush. The breed standard calls for a dog weighing between 30 and 40 pounds (13 to 18 kg) and standing 17? to 20? inches (44 to 52 cm). The dog is squareish when viewed from the side, with shoulder height equaling body length. Show dogs have their tails docked in some countries, while the tails of working or companion dogs are frequently left long. Docking is illegal in some countries such as Australia.

Temperament
The breed is noted for being easy to train, sensitive, and sweet-natured. Enthusiasts agree it takes little more than a stern look or cross word to chastise a Brittany so training with excessive punishment is to be avoided. Brittanies are great with children, but they are an exuberant breed and may accidentally knock over small children. They get along well with other dogs, and enjoy working with other dogs as a team. The dogs are active and require frequent exercise and room to run.

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