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French Brittany vs Brittany vs Small Munsterlander Comparison - Dog breed selector: French Brittany or American Brittany or Heidewachtel? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for French Brittany, Brittany, and Small Munsterlander breeds.
No data available American Brittany
Brittany Spaniel
Epagneul Breton
Heidewachtel
Munster
Munsterlander
Small Munsterlander
Spion
Vorstehhund
Kleiner Münsterländer
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between French Brittany, Brittany, and Small Munsterlander? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

French Brittany vs Brittany vs Small Munsterlander Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between French Brittany, Brittany, and Small Munsterlander. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Medium Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between French Brittany, Brittany, and Small Munsterlander? Compare adult weight ranges.
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: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 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: 52.5 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, French Brittany or Brittany or Small Munsterlander? French Brittany vs Brittany vs Small Munsterlander 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: 20–22 inches (50–56 cm), Female: 19–21 inches (48–54 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: 21.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 20.5 inches (53.5 cm)

French Brittany vs Brittany vs Small Munsterlander Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for French Brittany, Brittany, and Small Munsterlander. Find price differences between these breeds.
$700-$800 $700-$800 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, French Brittany or Brittany or Small Munsterlander?
Average: The French Brittany is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Small Munsterlander is easier than average to get.

French Brittany vs Brittany vs Small Munsterlander Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between French Brittany, Brittany, and Small Munsterlander. Which breed ranks highest?
Low: The French Brittany is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence.
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Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between French Brittany, Brittany, and Small Munsterlander. Which is easiest to train?
French Brittany dogs are very easy to train.
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Brittany dogs are easy to train.
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Small Munsterlander dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of French Brittany, Brittany, and Small Munsterlander. Which breed is most alert?
French Brittany dogs are average watchdogs.
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Brittany dogs are average watchdogs.
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Small Munsterlander dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between French Brittany, Brittany, and Small Munsterlander. Which breed is most protective?
French Brittany dogs are average defenders.
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Brittany dogs are average defenders.
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Small Munsterlander dogs strongly protect their territory.
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French Brittany vs Brittany vs Small Munsterlander Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between French Brittany, Brittany, and Small Munsterlander? Compare temperaments.
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Social
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Social
Happy
Intelligent
Affectionate
Strong
Willed
Attentive
Trainable
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Brittany dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Small Munsterlander dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: French Brittany vs Brittany vs Small Munsterlander?
High: French Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Small Munsterlander dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
French Brittany vs Brittany vs Small Munsterlander social needs comparison:
French Brittany dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Brittany dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Small Munsterlander dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the French Brittany is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Brittany is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Small Munsterlander is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
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.
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Brittany dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Small Munsterlander 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.
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French Brittany vs Brittany vs Small Munsterlander Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of French Brittany, Brittany, and Small Munsterlander. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The French Brittany barks occasionally.
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Average: The Brittany barks occasionally.
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Average: The Small Munsterlander barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between French Brittany, Brittany, and Small Munsterlander. Which breed is most playful?
The French Brittany is a highly playful breed.
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The Brittany is a highly playful breed.
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The Small Munsterlander is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of French Brittany, Brittany, and Small Munsterlander. Which adapts best to small spaces?
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.
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.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Small Munsterlander breed.

French Brittany vs Brittany vs Small Munsterlander Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between French Brittany, Brittany, and Small Munsterlander. Which breed is most flexible?
French Brittany dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Brittany dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Small Munsterlander dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: French Brittany or Brittany or Small Munsterlander?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Brittany dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Small Munsterlander 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.

French Brittany vs Brittany vs Small Munsterlander Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between French Brittany, Brittany, and Small Munsterlander. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The French Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Small Munsterlander has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between French Brittany, Brittany, and Small Munsterlander. Which uses mouth most during play?
French Brittany dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Brittany dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Small Munsterlander dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between French Brittany, Brittany, and Small Munsterlander. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

French Brittany bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Brittany bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Small Munsterlander bite force: Ordinary.

French Brittany vs Brittany vs Small Munsterlander Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of French Brittany, Brittany, and Small Munsterlander. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of French Brittany: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Small Munsterlander: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between French Brittany, Brittany, and Small Munsterlander. Which handles climate changes best?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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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.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in French Brittany, Brittany, and Small Munsterlander. Which has fewer health issues?
The French Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Small Munsterlanders tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The French Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Small Munsterlander should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: French Brittany vs Brittany vs Small Munsterlander? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? French Brittany vs Brittany vs Small Munsterlander health problems comparison:
Ear Infections
Epilepsy
Eye Problems
Familial Inherited Renal Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Epilepsy
Hip Dysplasia
Skin Irritation
Ear Infections
Vision Problems

French Brittany vs Brittany vs Small Munsterlander Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between French Brittany, Brittany, and Small Munsterlander. Which breed is most active?
French Brittany dogs are high-energy dogs.
Brittany dogs are high-energy dogs.
Small Munsterlander dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
French Brittany vs Brittany vs Small Munsterlander exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: French Brittany or Brittany or Small Munsterlander? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
French Brittany dogs need a lot of exercises.
Brittany dogs need a lot of exercises.
Small Munsterlander dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: French Brittany or Brittany or Small Munsterlander?
French Brittany dogs don't need too much sleep.
Brittany dogs don't need too much sleep.
Small Munsterlander dogs don't need too much sleep.

French Brittany vs Brittany vs Small Munsterlander Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between French Brittany, Brittany, and Small Munsterlander. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The French Brittany has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Brittany has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Small Munsterlander has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between French Brittany, Brittany, and Small Munsterlander. Which needs most food?
1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

French Brittany vs Brittany vs Small Munsterlander Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of French Brittany, Brittany, and Small Munsterlander. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between French Brittany, Brittany, and Small Munsterlander. What colors are available?
White
Orange
Liver
Roan
White
Orange
Liver
Roan
White & Brown
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between French Brittany, Brittany, and Small Munsterlander. Which requires most maintenance?
Easy to groom: The French Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Small Munsterlander requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between French Brittany, Brittany, and Small Munsterlander. Which drools least?
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.
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The Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Small Munsterlander is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between French Brittany, Brittany, and Small Munsterlander. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The French Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Small Munsterlander has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between French Brittany, Brittany, and Small Munsterlander. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense Feathered Dense
Thick
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between French Brittany, Brittany, and Small Munsterlander. Which requires most frequent baths?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more French Brittany or Brittany or Small Munsterlander? French Brittany or Brittany or {name3 shedding:
French Brittany dogs are low shedders.
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Brittany dogs are low shedders.
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Small Munsterlander dogs shed moderately.
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French Brittany vs Brittany vs Small Munsterlander Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between French Brittany, Brittany, and Small Munsterlander. Which is best with kids?
French Brittany dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Brittany dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Small Munsterlander dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
French Brittany dogs are generally with other pets.
Brittany dogs are generally with other pets.
Small Munsterlander dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly French Brittany or Brittany or Small Munsterlander? Which dog is more friendly?
French Brittany dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Brittany dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Small Munsterlander dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly French Brittany or Brittany or Small Munsterlander?
French Brittany dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Brittany dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Small Munsterlander dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly French Brittany or Brittany or Small Munsterlander?
French Brittany dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Brittany dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Small Munsterlander dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: French Brittany vs Brittany vs Small Munsterlander?
Yes
French Brittany dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Brittany dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Small Munsterlander dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
French Brittany is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Brittany is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Small Munsterlander is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
French Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Small Munsterlanders are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

French Brittany vs Brittany vs Small Munsterlander As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between French Brittany, Brittany, and Small Munsterlander. Which is best suited for service work?

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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between French Brittany, Brittany, and Small Munsterlander. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between French Brittany, Brittany, and Small Munsterlander. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between French Brittany, Brittany, and Small Munsterlander. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between French Brittany, Brittany, and Small Munsterlander. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

French Brittany breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Brittany breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Small Munsterlander breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between French Brittany, Brittany, and Small Munsterlander. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of French Brittany, Brittany, and Small Munsterlander. Which has most military use?

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.

French Brittany vs Brittany vs Small Munsterlander Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of French Brittany, Brittany, and Small Munsterlander. Which has most puppies?
1-11 puppies 1-11 puppies, average 6 4-6 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of French Brittany, Brittany, and Small Munsterlander. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between French Brittany, Brittany, and Small Munsterlander. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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French Brittany vs Brittany vs Small Munsterlander Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for French Brittany, Brittany, and Small Munsterlander. How are they classified?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for French Brittany, Brittany, and Small Munsterlander. How are they classified internationally?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of French Brittany, Brittany, and Small Munsterlander. Which has most recognition?
No data available 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
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
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