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Name	Brittany	French Brittany	Tweed Water Spaniel
Origins	France	France	United Kingdom
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Group	Gun Dog	Hunting Dogs	Extinct
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Other Names What other names do they have?	American Brittany Brittany Spaniel Epagneul Breton	No data available	Ladykirk Spaniel Tweed Spaniel
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Brittany vs French Brittany vs Tweed Water Spaniel breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Brittany vs French Brittany vs Tweed Water Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Brittany or French Brittany or Tweed Water Spaniel? Which is the smallest dog, Brittany or French Brittany or Tweed Water Spaniel?	Medium	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Brittany or French Brittany or French Brittany? Brittany vs French Brittany vs Tweed Water Spaniel weight comparison:	Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)	Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)	Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, Brittany or French Brittany or Tweed Water Spaniel? Brittany vs French Brittany vs Tweed Water Spaniel height comparison:	Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	Male: 20-24 inches (51-60 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)	Male: 22 inches (55.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Brittany vs French Brittany vs Tweed Water Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Brittany or French Brittany or Tweed Water Spaniel? Which is more expensive?	$700-$800	$700-$800	Unavailable
Availability Which is easier to get, Brittany or French Brittany or Tweed Water Spaniel?	Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.	Average: The French Brittany is a commonly available dog breed.	Unavailable: This dog breed, unfortunately, is no longer available, it may even be extinct.

Brittany vs French Brittany vs Tweed Water Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Brittany vs French Brittany vs Tweed Water Spaniel intelligence:	Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low: The French Brittany is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Tweed Water Spaniel dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Brittany vs French Brittany vs Tweed Water Spaniel trainability comparison.	Brittany dogs are easy to train. See more.	French Brittany dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Brittany or French Brittany or Tweed Water Spaniel?	Brittany dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	French Brittany dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Brittany or French Brittany or Tweed Water Spaniel? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Brittany dogs are average defenders. See more.	French Brittany dogs are average defenders. See more.	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Brittany vs French Brittany vs Tweed Water Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Brittany or French Brittany or Tweed Water Spaniel? Brittany vs French Brittany vs Tweed Water Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Alert Intelligent Responsive Social	Independent Alert Intelligent Responsive Social	Agile Energetic Courageous Intelligent Friendly
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Brittany dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Brittany vs French Brittany vs Tweed Water Spaniel?	High: Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: French Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Tweed Water Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Brittany vs French Brittany vs Tweed Water Spaniel social needs comparison:	Brittany dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	French Brittany dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Brittany is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the French Brittany is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Brittany dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	French Brittany dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Brittany vs French Brittany vs Tweed Water Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Brittany vs French Brittany vs Tweed Water Spaniel playfulness comparison:	The Brittany is a highly playful breed. See more.	The French Brittany is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Tweed Water Spaniel is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Brittany vs French Brittany vs Tweed Water Spaniel?	Average: The Brittany barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The French Brittany barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Tweed Water Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Brittany or French Brittany or Tweed Water Spaniel?	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Brittany indoors.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep French Brittany indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Tweed Water Spaniel breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Brittany vs French Brittany vs Tweed Water Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Brittany dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	French Brittany dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Tweed Water Spaniel dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Brittany or French Brittany or Tweed Water Spaniel?	Brittany dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Brittany vs French Brittany vs Tweed Water Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Brittany or French Brittany or Tweed Water Spaniel?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Brittany bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ French Brittany bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Tweed Water Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The French Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Tweed Water Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Brittany vs French Brittany vs Tweed Water Spaniel mouthiness comparison:	Brittany dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	French Brittany dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Brittany vs French Brittany vs Tweed Water Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Brittany vs French Brittany vs Tweed Water Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: Brittany vs French Brittany vs Tweed Water Spaniel?	The Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The French Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Tweed Water Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Brittany vs French Brittany vs Tweed Water Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Brittany vs French Brittany vs Tweed Water Spaniel health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Epilepsy	Ear Infections Epilepsy Eye Problems Familial Inherited Renal Dysplasia Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The French Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Tweed Water Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Brittany vs French Brittany vs Tweed Water Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do Brittany, French Brittany and Tweed Water Spaniel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of French Brittany: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Tweed Water Spaniel: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Brittany vs French Brittany vs Tweed Water Spaniel?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Brittany can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Brittany vs French Brittany vs Tweed Water Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Brittany or French Brittany or Tweed Water Spaniel? Brittany vs French Brittany vs Tweed Water Spaniel energy level comparison:	Brittany dogs are high-energy dogs.	French Brittany dogs are high-energy dogs.	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Brittany vs French Brittany vs Tweed Water Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Brittany or French Brittany or Tweed Water Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Brittany dogs need a lot of exercises.	French Brittany dogs need a lot of exercises.	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Brittany or French Brittany or Tweed Water Spaniel?	Brittany dogs don't need too much sleep.	French Brittany dogs don't need too much sleep.	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Brittany vs French Brittany vs Tweed Water Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Brittany or French Brittany or Tweed Water Spaniel?	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Brittany vs French Brittany vs Tweed Water Spaniel weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Brittany has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The French Brittany has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Tweed Water Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Brittany vs French Brittany vs Tweed Water Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Brittany vs French Brittany vs Tweed Water Spaniel coat comparison:	Feathered	Dense	Feathered Curly Thick
Colors What are the original Brittany, French Brittany and Tweed Water Spaniel color?	White Orange Liver Roan	White Orange Liver Roan	Brown Liver
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Brittany or French Brittany or Tweed Water Spaniel? Brittany vs French Brittany vs Tweed Water Spaniel grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The French Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Tweed Water Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Brittany or French Brittany or Tweed Water Spaniel? Brittany or French Brittany or {name3 shedding:	Brittany dogs are low shedders. See more.	French Brittany dogs are low shedders. See more.	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Brittany or French Brittany or Tweed Water Spaniel?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Brittany vs French Brittany vs Tweed Water Spaniel hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Brittany vs French Brittany vs Tweed Water Spaniel?	Medium ⏺ The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The French Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Tweed Water Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The French Brittany is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Tweed Water Spaniel is an average drooler. See more.

Brittany vs French Brittany vs Tweed Water Spaniel Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Brittany dogs are generally with other pets.	French Brittany dogs are generally with other pets.	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Brittany or French Brittany or Tweed Water Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?	Brittany dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	French Brittany dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Brittany or French Brittany or Tweed Water Spaniel?	Brittany dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	French Brittany dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Brittany or French Brittany or Tweed Water Spaniel?	Brittany dogs are average friendly towards cats.	French Brittany dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Brittany or French Brittany or Tweed Water Spaniel?	Brittany dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	French Brittany dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Brittany vs French Brittany vs Tweed Water Spaniel?	Yes Brittany dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes French Brittany dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Tweed Water Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Brittany is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No French Brittany is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Tweed Water Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	French Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Tweed Water Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.

Brittany vs French Brittany vs Tweed Water Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Brittany or French Brittany or Tweed Water Spaniel? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Brittany vs French Brittany vs Tweed Water Spaniel?	Not really Brittany breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really French Brittany breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Tweed Water Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Brittany vs French Brittany vs Tweed Water Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Brittany and French Brittany and Tweed Water Spaniel have?	1-11 puppies, average 6	1-11 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Brittany vs French Brittany vs Tweed Water Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available	No data available

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