Hunting dog

Dad loved the great outdoors: camping, gardening, fishing, and hunting. We grew up with numerous dogs and cats. Dad’s favorite breed was the Brittany Spaniel. When I was about 5, he came home with a sharp-nosed female to take bird and rabbit hunting. His plan was to breed her with another Brittany when she was old enough, then keep the pick of the litter and sell the rest. The problem with his intended sideline was that our purebreds were frequently impregnated by mongrels in the neighborhood. But, it was great growing up with a steady supply of puppies.