Brittany Spaniel...

[HilltopHitman]

I grew up with GSP’s as well and decided my first bird dog on my own would be a Britt.. Best decision I have ever made. They are very much “velcro” dogs and have “their” person. Mines great with family and other dogs. It might be a bit bias but I believe they’re quite a bit smarter and easier to train than most of the other upland dogs. My dogs only quirk is she doesn’t like water.
She’s hunted all over WA, ID, MT and MN. I will be getting another in the future shortly.

If you’re looking for the best of the best Brittany’s, Carter Brittany’s has arguably the best genetics and their awards show it..

Edit: Every old timer told me to read and follow "Gun Dog: Revolutionary Rapid Training" by Richard Wolters. Highly recommend every sporting dog owner should read it prior to starting your dog.

 

[Sanchez]

I am on my fourth Brittany. They are great dogs for upland hunting and as a companions. Mine all learned to hunt lots of species including ruff grouse, chukars, pheasants, sharptails, huns and mountain quail. The dog can learn the technique needed to successfully hunt very different bird species.

During the off season the dog needs exercise and at least mine will almost demand a walk of several miles each day which benefits me greatly. I did not use mine for waterfowl because if stationary and wet they will get cold.

 

[WRO]

Edit: Every old timer told me to read and follow "Gun Dog: Revolutionary Rapid Training" by Richard Wolters. Highly recommend every sporting dog owner should read it prior to starting your dog.

The only thing that book is good for is starting a fire.

There is so much bull shit and methods that could cause long term issues. Wolters is a charlatan and a fraud, but he could write an easy to read book.

Guys who actually do the thing, like Paul long, perfection kennels, Delmar smith, etc are actually worth using.

 

[KurtR]

The only thing that book is good for is starting a fire.

There is so much bull shit and things methods that could cause long term issues. Wolters is a charlatan and a fraud, but he could write an easy to read book.

Guys who actually do the thing, like Paul long, perfection kennels, etc are actually worth using.

Every time i see water dog for retrievers mentioned i want to say the same thing

 

[WRO]

Every time i see water dog for retrievers mentioned i want to say the same thing

You’re a better man than me.

It’s the boomer bible of dog training, from an upland perspective every method has a much better way to do it, we have collars now which completely change the way.

It’s like saying MS Dos is a great operating system for new computers.

 

[KurtR]

You’re a better man than me.

It’s the boomer bible of dog training, from an upland perspective every method has a much better way to do it, we have collars now which completely change the way.

It’s like saying MS Dos is a great operating system for new computers.

Its the same for retrievers and the fact he just showed up and ran a dog that some one else trained and then acted like he did it is even more bs.

 

[Speaks]

Britts and Setters are all I care to have.

 

[WRO]

Britts and Setters are all I care to have.

I’m a setter guy, my hunting partner has a Britt and I can never tell if it’s taking a piss or on point..


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[ianpadron]

Anyone who tells ya a GSP will hunt harder than a Brittany hasn't hunted over a good Britt. Fit, well-bred examples of each will knock out consecutive 40 mile days and wear you out before they wear themselves out.

We went back and forth on the GSP vs Britt decision for a good year, ended up with a well-bred big running Britt from Lacey Mountain in WA state and could not be happier. I'll own nothing but Britts and Field Goldens going forward.

He's 4 now and has developed quite the reputation among my hunting buddies. Absolutely no quit, high octane prairie monster, but the snuggliest lil fella you'll ever meet at home.

Definitely can't go wrong with either, but the old "GSPs are better pure hunting dogs" myth is absolutely hilarious to fellas who know what a Britt is capable of...particularly American Brittanys.

And if ya think a Britt requires less exercise than a GSP in the off-season, you're in for a rude awakening as well. 5-10 miles a day is the absolute minimum for ours to prevent mischief around the house, FYI.

 

[dfish]

Anyone who tells ya a GSP will hunt harder than a Brittany hasn't hunted over a good Britt. Fit, well-bred examples of each will knock out consecutive 40 mile days and wear you out before they wear themselves out.

We went back and forth on the GSP vs Britt decision for a good year, ended up with a well-bred big running Britt from Lacey Mountain in WA state and could not be happier. I'll own nothing but Britts and Field Goldens going forward.

He's 4 now and has developed quite the reputation among my hunting buddies. Absolutely no quit, high octane prairie monster, but the snuggliest lil fella you'll ever meet at home.

Definitely can't go wrong with either, but the old "GSPs are better pure hunting dogs" myth is absolutely hilarious to fellas who know what a Britt is capable of...particularly American Brittanys.

And if ya think a Britt requires less exercise than a GSP in the off-season, you're in for a rude awakening as well. 5-10 miles a day is the absolute minimum for ours to prevent mischief around the house, FYI.View attachment 852210

That’s a great photo, good looking dog. I’ve owned 2 and second what most say. Great dogs, excellent hunters and perfect as a family dog with kids. They are active though, and do require exercise or they can get mischievous.

 

[Ice_man]

Wanting to bring this back up. Finally in a place where I got the OK from the boss lady to start looking for a pup. Definitely will be an inside dog with a little kiddo. But we are pretty active people (I go for runs everyday). Lots of good information in the thread, so thank you to everybody who has replied.

My next question is does anybody have a kennel they would recommend or a good place to start looking for a pup? I'm also not against getting a started dog.... Also, would definitely prefer a liver/brown over the red. Nothing against that color, but ya know, guys gotta have a preference.

 

[ianpadron]

Wanting to bring this back up. Finally in a place where I got the OK from the boss lady to start looking for a pup. Definitely will be an inside dog with a little kiddo. But we are pretty active people (I go for runs everyday). Lots of good information in the thread, so thank you to everybody who has replied.

My next question is does anybody have a kennel they would recommend or a good place to start looking for a pup? I'm also not against getting a started dog.... Also, would definitely prefer a liver/brown over the red. Nothing against that color, but ya know, guys gotta have a preference.

Sunburst Brittany's in Idaho, Battle Born in Nevada, Lacey Mountain in WA, Beeline in Montana...world class dogs from any of those kennels. I'd get on lists and pick whichever one has a litter at the right time for your plans. We like picking up our pups in March or April so that they're hunting with us by September

 

[mattmann]

I LOVE my Brittany. They are calmer than GSP’s but they definitely still have prey drive and shed pretty bad. Mine is a great family dog but I don’t hunt him. I take him to our farm and naturally he points well and I love watching him but he’s pretty wild if left pinned for a while. With 3 kids and 2 doodles he gets plenty of exercise. He’s also extremely sensitive with his emotions. He’s extremely smart but if you raise your voice he acts like he’s beat. I have a training collar on him and have only had to shock him one time for digging out. He’s inside all afternoon but outside during the day and hates being indoors. If I did it over I would maybe check into a Griffon but don’t regret him. He’s an amazing pup and my kids love him.

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[DMurphy]

On my second Brittany and she is a fantastic hunter and family companion. She is very….sensitive….. as others have mentioned and the slightest scolding receives the reaction of a beat down. It has become the source of jokes for the family. Excellent prey drive. Neither of my Brits have been cuddly or very affectionate at all. They love me because I take them hunting and feed them. They tolerate everyone else.

 

[KurtR]

I LOVE my Brittany. They are calmer than GSP’s but they definitely still have prey drive and shed pretty bad. Mine is a great family dog but I don’t hunt him. I take him to our farm and naturally he points well and I love watching him but he’s pretty wild if left pinned for a while. With 3 kids and 2 doodles he gets plenty of exercise. He’s also extremely sensitive with his emotions. He’s extremely smart but if you raise your voice he acts like he’s beat. I have a training collar on him and have only had to shock him one time for digging out. He’s inside all afternoon but outside during the day and hates being indoors. If I did it over I would maybe check into a Griffon but don’t regret him. He’s an amazing pup and my kids love him.

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Cant blame him for wanting to dig his way out having to live with 2 doodles

 

[jml49]

I am on my 4th Britt , the only fault they have is long hair, after hunting it can be tough getting burrs out of there hair.

 

[Dos XX]

My next question is does anybody have a kennel they would recommend or a good place to start looking for a pup?

Where are you located?

 

[mattmann]

Mine came from Missouri and couldn’t recommend Mitch more. Great guy and extremely knowledgeable and actually LOVES these dogs. If that’s close I can send you his number.


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[Ice_man]

Where are you located?

Northern Utah!

 

[Ice_man]

Mine came from Missouri and couldn’t recommend Mitch more. Great guy and extremely knowledgeable and actually LOVES these dogs. If that’s close I can send you his number.


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Please do, don’t mind traveling in order to get the right pup. Definitely worth the price of travel in my eyes. I’m kind of viewing this as a return on my investment. You’re going to have this dog for 10+ years. You may as well get one that you are going to really want that fits your style. Or at least that’s my perspective on it.