How Long Do Brittanys Live?
Brittanys live 12-14 years on average. Here is the AKC breed profile, the health areas to stay ahead of, and how to give a Brittany more good years.
Breed profile
Breed profile and trait ratings: American Kennel Club. Trait scores are AKC ratings from 1 to 5.
At 30-40 pounds, the Brittany is a medium breed. Medium breeds fall in the middle of the canine lifespan range, which its 12-14 years average reflects.
Does a Brittany fit your life?
This is an exceptionally trainable, high-energy dog that's good with kids and comfortable around other dogs, always game for a challenge. Its drive is real though, and without serious daily exercise that energy shows up as restlessness. The tradeoff is that this breed needs an active household to be at its best.
A great match if you
- You'll find this dog exceptionally responsive to training.
- You'll find it good with kids and comfortable around other dogs.
- You can keep it engaged with games, training, and mental challenges.
- You're ready to run, hike, or spend all day outdoors with a dog that can keep pace.
Think twice if
- This dog needs serious daily exercise, without it expect restlessness.
- It can be a bit reserved with new people and prefers routine over constant change.
- Expect moderate barking and regular grooming upkeep, not a wash-and-go coat.
Health areas for the Brittany
Based on the breed profile, the health areas most worth staying ahead of for a Brittany are Joint and mobility, Dental and oral health and Eye and vision (owners often watch for hip dysplasia, teeth, eye).
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Brittany facts, quick answers
How long do Brittanys live?
Brittanys live 12-14 years on average, and plenty go beyond that. The two biggest levers on where a given dog lands are keeping it at a lean, healthy weight and staying ahead of the health issues the breed is prone to.
How big do Brittanys get?
A full-grown Brittany stands 17.5-20.5 inches and weighs 30-40 pounds, which puts it firmly in the medium-breed range.
What kind of dog is a Brittany?
The Brittany is a sporting breed, and one of the country's more popular breeds, ranked 31 of 208. It is a medium dog that typically lives around 12-14 years.
Are Brittanys high-energy dogs?
Brittanys are a high-octane breed that needs serious daily exercise and, ideally, a job to burn it off; without that outlet they get bored and restless.
Are Brittanys easy to train?
Brittanys are very trainable and love having their brain worked, picking up commands quickly with positive, consistent training.
Do Brittanys shed a lot?
They are moderate shedders. A weekly brush keeps most of the loose hair off your furniture.
Do Brittanys bark a lot?
They bark a normal amount, mostly to let you know something is up.
Are Brittanys good with kids?
Brittanys are great with children, gentle and patient, which is a big reason families love the breed; supervise young kids around any dog.
Do Brittanys get along with other dogs?
Brittanys are generally sociable with other dogs and usually enjoy the company.
Are Brittanys good for first-time owners?
Brittanys are rewarding but not the easiest first dog; they do best with an owner ready to commit to their exercise, training and grooming.
