Brittany Age Calculator: Dog Years to Human Years

Brittany age in human years

Dog years	Human years	Life stage
1	15	Adolescent
2	24	Adult
5	36	Adult
7	47	Senior begins
10	60	Senior
13	74	Geriatric

Figures based on The Royal Kennel Club's published medium-breed guidance, as tabulated by Purina UK. For an exact figure, try the Dog Years calculator.

The Brittany is classified by The Royal Kennel Club as a medium breed, typically weighing 14–18 kg as an adult, with a median life expectancy of around 11.1 years, according to a 2024 analysis of UK veterinary records by Dogs Trust. Originating in the Brittany region of France, this versatile pointing breed is compact, tireless in the field, and eager to please, making it a popular choice for both hunting and active family life.

What this means for your Brittany

Hip dysplasia is reported in the breed, so watch for stiffness or reluctance to exercise as your Brittany ages. Epilepsy is also seen occasionally, though the breed is generally considered healthy and long-lived for a working gundog.

As a naturally high-energy breed, Brittanys benefit from a gradual, vet-guided reduction in exercise intensity as they move into their senior years, rather than a sudden change.

When is a Brittany considered a senior?

Under The Royal Kennel Club's size-adjusted guidance, medium breeds like the Brittany are generally considered senior from around 7 dog years old.

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