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234 GUIDE T O BREED S

BRITTANY

THIS ADAPTABLE AND RELIABLE DOG IS IDEAL FOR AN ACTIVE OWNER AKC

Height range Also known as the Brittany Spaniel, and as the Epagneul Breton in
19–20 in (47–51 cm) its native France, this versatile gundog flushes and retrieves game
Weight range but is best at simply locating game birds. An old-established breed,
31–40 lb (14–18 kg)
the Brittany almost disappeared in the 19th century, but today
Life span 12–14 years has regained popularity both as a sporting dog and
Origin France a good-natured family companion. Muzzle
tapered
but not
pointed
Other colors Oval, dark eyes

High-set
tail carried Orange flecking
Liver and Black and just below
back level
white white Dense, fairly
fine, slightly
Triangular, wavy, orange
drop ears and white coat
Black, tan, and Feathering
white on forelegs
Colors may be merged
and not clearly defined (roan). Compact,
round feet

LAGOTTO ROMAGNOLO

THIS AFFECTIONATE AND BOISTEROUS DOG IS BEST SUITED TO A COUNTRY LIFE AKC

Height range This breed originally worked as a retriever in the
16–19 in (41–48 cm) marshland of northern Italy, then later as a truffle
Weight range hound. Today, it is bred as often for companionship Moderately large,
24–35 lb (11–16 kg) triangular, drop ears
as for work. The Lagotto Romagnolo is with rounded tips
Life span 12–14 years good-natured and likes to be kept
Origin Italy busy. Its characteristic ringlet
coat needs weekly combing
and annual clipping.

Other colors

Liver-colored Deep chest
nose
Orange Brown
Curly, white
Woolly, off-white coat with brown
coat forms tight markings
Roan ringlets
Orange and roan coats
may have a brown mask. Rounded,
compact feet

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