American Water Spaniel vs French Brittany

Compare the American Water Spaniel to the French Brittany. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between American Water Spaniels and French Brittanies.

American Water Spaniel vs French Brittany
American Water Spaniel
French Brittany
American Water Spaniel
French Brittany
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General Details
American Water Spaniel
French Brittany
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Height
15-18 Inches
17-21 Inches
Weight
25-45 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
American Water Spaniel
French Brittany
Origin Country
United States
France
Origin Year
1920 AD
1900 AD
Temperament
American Water Spaniel
French Brittany
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
American Water Spaniel
French Brittany
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Protective
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
American Water Spaniel
French Brittany
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
No
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
55-80 °F
20-70 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
None
Exercise Needs
American Water Spaniel
French Brittany
Energy Level
Medium to High
Medium to High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
American Water Spaniel
French Brittany
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Medium
Shedding
Low to Medium
Low
Dander
Low to Medium
Low
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
American Water Spaniel
French Brittany
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
American Water Spaniel
French Brittany
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
American Water Spaniel
French Brittany
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
None
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
American Water Spaniel
French Brittany
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
American Water Spaniel
French Brittany
Common Health Issues
Mitral valve disease
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Distichiasis
Degenerative myelopathy
Retinal dysplasia
Heart problems
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Familial renal disease
Eye problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
American Water Spaniel
French Brittany
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Curly
Coat Texture
Wavy
Shaggy
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
American Water Spaniel
French Brittany
Breed Colors
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