I'm the breeder behind Alar Brittanys located in Richey, MT. We are Brittany owners, competitors, trainers and handlers with 30+ years in the breed. We travel to compete in AKC field trials in the midwest during the spring and fall, shows in the off-season, and train on wild birds in Montana during the summer. Our winter home is in northern Texas. Our Brittanys are thoughtfully bred, lovingly hand-raised, proven in the field and/or show ring, and health tested. Please see our web site for the most and latest information.
About Jessica
Ed Tillson (www.tequilakennels.com) began as a hunter with his first Brittany in the 70s, and is now a professional field trial trainer exclusively for the breed. Jessica Carlson (alarbrittanys.com) got her start in dog shows in 1987, but her focus is now also in the field most of the year, and she enjoys showing Brittanys to Dual Championship titles (over 40 to date!) during the off-season.
What makes Jessica’s program special
Our combined years of experience as owners, breeders, hunters, trainers, handlers and judges gives us a broad base of knowledge to add to our love of raising top quality Brittanys for competitors, hunters, and families (as well as for ourselves!).
Jessica is a member of a club
American Brittany Club
Jessica’s certifications & recognitions
Professional Handler, AKC Judge, AKC Breeder of Merit
Orange/White Female
Female • Went Home Sept. 14, 2024
Brittany
Orange/White Female
Female • Went Home Sept. 14, 2024
Brittany
Liver/White Female
Female • Went Home Sept. 14, 2024
Brittany
Liver/White Female
Female • Went Home Sept. 14, 2024
Brittany
Liver/White Male
Male • Went Home Sept. 14, 2024
Brittany
Liver/White Male
Male • Went Home Sept. 14, 2024
Brittany
Orange/White Female
Female • Went Home Sept. 14, 2024
Brittany
Liver Roan Female
Female • Went Home July 12, 2024
Brittany
Liver/White Male
Male • Went Home July 12, 2024
Brittany
Salsa
Female • Went Home June 9, 2024
Brittany
Houston
Male • Went Home July 3, 2023
Brittany
Chico
Male • Went Home July 3, 2023
Brittany
Abilene
Female • Went Home July 3, 2023
Brittany
Markie
Female • Went Home Aug. 12, 2022
Brittany
Koda
Male • Went Home Aug. 12, 2022
Brittany
Jessica has been certified by Good Dog's screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you're ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies. You'll also have the chance to share a bit about yourself and what you're looking for in a new companion. Together, you'll choose the puppy that's right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Puppy prices range from $1,500 - $1,800 and include a refundable deposit of $200.
“Full AKC registration, lifetime money back guarantee. Deposit is refundable if we do not have a puppy available for you.”
Jessica may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Jessica offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don’t hesitate to reach out to Jessica directly.
Our puppies live and travel with us. They are handled daily and highly socialized to many different sights, sounds and experiences. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Socialized with other animals, Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Socialized with other dogs, Daily handling, Socialized in new places, Scent introduction, Surface & tactile stimulation, Car rides, Various sounds, Early stages of crate training, Outdoors, e.g. rain, car riding , Various Surfaces , Strangers, Structures, e.g. Climbing, Scents, Touch Desensitization, Grooming Desensitization, Household Desensitization, Sound Stimulation, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Introduction to crate training, Travel training in automotive or recreational vehicles , Early socialization, Noise desensitization, and Human Interactions .
Puppies are vaccinated, wormed and microchipped before going to their new homes.
We send our puppies home with Vet records, Initial potty training, Food & treats, Registration, Vaccinations, AKC Registration, and Food Starter Bag.
Jessica offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.
If you’re nearby, you can visit in person to pick up your pup. If you’re far away, you can travel by car or plane.
“We are most often on the road but will work out transportation at cost by air or ground as available. ”
Work with a trusted transporter to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at a meeting point close to home.
Jessica has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Jessica was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Jessica’s program includes five colors
Jessica’s Brittany puppies include liver white and orange, liver roan, orange roan, liver and white, and orange and white. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Alar Brittanys meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
All breeds
Brittany
Brittany
About Shelby
"SHELBY" started in the field with several Puppy stake placements and spends each summer finding wild and released birds at our summer training camp in Montana. She has great ground speed and tons of intensity on point, with an always-happy temperament, not easily offended or intimidated by much of anything! Shelby earned her show championship in two weekends, winning 5 majors out of 6 shows! She has one champion and two Dual pointed offspring from her first litters, with one of those having a 1-hour field trial placement to his credit. Most of her puppies are highly prized hunters for their owners. Shelby comes from a diverse background of top field trial, show, Dual and hunting dogs and her puppies make great prospects for anything their owners like to do!
Good health testing
Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI)
Brittany
About Oudi
Oudi is a male Brittany. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Jessica decided to make him part of their program. Jessica has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
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Brittany
About Tamale
DAM - Tequila's Hot Tamale ("Tamale") is a daughter of GFC/FC/AFC FireStarter's Crossed The Line, and a direct daughter of NFC/DC/AFC Tequila's Joker. Both of Tamale's parents are proven producers of Field Champions as well as excellent hunters. Tamale is PennHIP rated .42L .53R, clear of hip dysplasia. Her previous litters by Indy's sire, DC/GFC2 Almaden's Under Lock And Key, have produced outstanding pups who have won in field trials and shows as well as being beloved hunting companions.
Uploaded health tests
Brittany
About Maci
GFC/AFC FireStarter's Crossed The Line x Sniksoh Pattyann
Uploaded health tests
Brittany
About Dennis
NFC/DC/AFC Tequila's Joker x DC/AFC Alar's Dirty Dancer
Uploaded health tests
Brittany
About Rilee
NAWGDC/GFC/DC Starlight's Mercury Out Ryder x CH Mustang Sally's Grand Finale
Uploaded health tests
Brittany
Great level
Alar Brittanys reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Brittanys.
Hip Dysplasia
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.