I'm the breeder behind Birch Spring Brittanys located in North Hampton, NH. We breed for a multi-purpose Brittany with a focus on temperament, health, form, and function. We care about the breed and do everything in our power to breed sound dogs to ensure healthy and happy puppies. Our puppies’ health and wellbeing is our main priority. We are passionate about Brittanys, and our love for these dogs shines through in every aspect of our breeding program. My wife and I are both active with our local Brittany Club. We run several events for our Brittany Club. I am also active with our national club the American Brittany Club.
About Philip
We are an AKC Breeder of Merit. We have been breeding Brittanys since 1988. Our dogs hunt upland birds and waterfowl, as well as compete in show, field trial, hunt test, and NAVHDA. We have earned 9 NAVHDA Natural Ability Breeders Award. Our pups have also competed in obedience and agility.
What makes Philip’s program special
We have the most Brittany NAVHDA Natural Ability Breeder Awards. Our pups love to be lap dogs yet hunt hard. Our breeding program focuses on health, temperament, conformation, pointing, retrieving, water love, drive, and cooperation. We have high expectations for our puppies and strive to place each one in an enriching and loving home! I enjoy working with our puppy people. That is why I offer free training to the pups we breed. Everything from beginner training to advance training.
Philip is a member of 8 clubs
HELDCA - NH Dog Training Grounds - VP of Grounds, Northern New England Brittany Club - Secretary, American Brittany Club Magazine Committee, American Brittany Club East Coast Director, Yankee Chapter of NAVHDA, Central Maine Brittany Club, NAVHDA, American Brittany Club
Philip’s certifications & recognitions
We have earned 9 NAVHDA Natural Ability Breeder Awards, I judged for NAVHDA for 25 years, AKC Judge, AKC Breeder of Merit
Philip 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 $1,800 - $2,000.
“Puppies come with a health guarantee, AKC registration, first round of shots, deworming, micro chipped and a health certificate. We also offer free training help to our puppy people. During the summer months we run training classes for our puppy owners from beginner level to advance training with birds for the hunters. We are a Hobby Breeder. All of our breeding stock have titles and have passed health clearances. We don't take deposits until after the pups are born and you are offered a puppy. Once we start doing puppy testing starting at 5 weeks. We keep the puppy buyers informed on how they are developing. Based on over 30 years of experience breeding. We work to match you with a pup that will meet your needs. If it doesn't look like it will work out. We offer you your deposit back or move you to the next litter. It's your choice. A quite pup in a loud household or a very active pup in a quite household is not a good match.”
Philip 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 Philip 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 Philip directly.
Our puppies are raised in our home. We socialize them, expose them to sounds, and introduce them to birds. We have puppy play parties so the pups can be handled a lot. 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 with children, Socialized in new places, Scent introduction, Surface & tactile stimulation, Car rides, and Various sounds.
All puppies are vaccinated, microchipped, and taken to vet for a health check before going home.
We send our puppies home with Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent, Initial potty training, Puppy starter kit, Toys, Basic obedience & manners, Vet records, Food & treats, Microchip, Registration, Microchip, and AKC Registration.
Philip 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 have shipped pups all over the US and Canada. We encourage people to come meet the Birch Spring gang and the pups before they go home. We also encourage people to come back to pick up your pup.”
Why Philip started breeding
I got my first Brittany back in 1975. We started breeding after I became a member of NAVHDA and Central Maine Brittany Club. We have loved the process and enjoy placing puppies with loving, forever families.
Philip is a Preferred Good Dog Breeder
Preferred Breeders are recognized for their quick replies and exceptional buyer support.
Philip has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years
Philip was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Birch Spring Brittanys meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
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About Daisy
Daisy had a great year in 2024. Daisy finished her show championship in 2024. Daisy had an incredible hunting season last fall. Daisy will be competing in Gun Dog stakes spring 2025. Daisy has 4 juvenile wins. She has 3 AFC points and 4 FC points.
Brittany
About Kid
Kid finished is show championship in 2024. He earned his NA lll in 2023. Kid finished his JH in 2024.
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About Rogue
Rogue has his JH and NAVHDA NA titles. He needs a major adult win in the field to finish his DC.
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About Ellie
Ellie earned her JH (Junior Hunter) title at 8 months old. Last year she had a great time hunting at 5 months old. This year will be a busy year in the show and field for Ellie.
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About Kate
Kate is a daughter of Ziva and grand daughter of Luna. Kate is our 3rd generation show champion. Kate finished her show championship in 2 weekends with 3 majors. She finished her Grand Championship 2 months later. Kate is a close working hunting dog who loves to retrieve.
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About Ziva
Ziva had 4 litters and many of the pups have earned titles. Her daughter Willow earned her NAVHDA UT title with a perfect score making her one of the youngest Brittanys to ever do that in over 50 years of NAVHDA Testing.
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About Luna
Luna had 3 litters and all 3 earned NAVHDA NA Breeder Awards. Luna has a bunch of titled pups from all 3 litters.
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About Rae
Rae is a close working hunting dog. The pups from her first 2 litters have been great pets and hunting dogs. Rae is from Luna's 3rd litter. All 3 of Luna's litters earned a NAVHDA Natural Ability Breeder's Award.
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About Bella
Bella is a female Brittany about 2 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Philip decided to make her part of their program. Philip 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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About Apollo
Apollo is an incredible hunting dog with strong retrieve and backing instincts. Apollo is close to finishing his FC which will make him a dual champion. Apollo has earned his CH, JH, SH, NAVHDA NA Prize 1, part of a NAVHDA NA Breeder's Award Litter.
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Great level
Birch Spring 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.