Bent River Bretons
Meet the breeder
I'm Doug B., the breeder behind Bent River Bretons located in Port Byron, IL. Our program is built upon a foundation of love, admiration, and respect for the breed. We're a generational breeder of the French variety of Brittany. Our dogs all live in the home and hunt upland birds. Our priorities when breeding are on structure, function, and temperament. We are happy to tell you more about what life with a Breton is like and how they will not only enhance your daily life, but exceed your expectations!
Q. & A. with Doug
Why did you start breeding?
We first learned about this remarkable breed long before we owned one. Epagneul Bretons are a passion of ours, and we are devoted to doing whatever we can to preserve, protect, and improve this incredible breed. We breed to help ensure the future of the Breton and to improve upon our dogs' fantastic traits with each generation. It is so fulfilling!What makes your program special?
We work with the French variety of Brittany in our program. We strive to produce healthy, intelligent Bretons that are the best all-around dogs in structure, function, and temperament. They excel as hunting companions AND as relaxed family companions! Our dogs have been carefully selected, with dogs imported from around the world, to guarantee their accomplished pedigree. Our knowledge of these dogs goes way back and our love for them goes even further!Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 7
Went homeMale
Boy 6
Went homeMale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Female 5823
Went homeFemale
Male 9379
Went homeMale
Male 3847
Went homeMale
Male 0007
Went homeMale
Female 9845
Went homeFemale
Male 9247
Went homeMale
Male 9584
Went homeMale
Female 9324
Went homeFemale
Female 9874
Went homeFemale
Female 9570
Went homeFemale
Female 9326
Went homeFemale
Male 4407
Went homeMale
Female 9882
Went homeFemale
Male 0124
Went homeMale
Male 9455
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Doug
Doug 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.
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.
Price
"Deposit prior to puppy pick date is to hold place in pick order. After picking specific puppies are available."
Contract & health guarantee
Doug 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 Doug 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 Doug directly.
What's included
From Good Dog
- Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
- 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
- Puppy Training Program & private community
Enrichment & socialization
- Various sounds
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- Food & treats
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Doug.
Breeder's location
Meet in Port Byron, IL
4439 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Quad City Airport
4453 miles away
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More about Doug
Club memberships
Doug is a member of Heart of the Prairie Pointing Dog Club and Club de l'Epagneul Breton of the United States.
Doug has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years
Doug was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Doug is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Bent River Bretons meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
- Responsible breeding practices
- Health of breeding dogs and puppies
- Puppy environment and enrichment
- Buyer education and policies
Parent dogs
All breeds
French Brittany
Brittany
Trier, mom
French Brittany
About Trier
Trier is a female French Brittany. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Doug decided to make her part of their program. Doug 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.
Ultimate, dad
French Brittany
About Ultimate
Ultimate is a male French Brittany. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Doug decided to make him part of their program. Doug 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.
Selva, mom
French Brittany
About Selva
Selva is a female French Brittany. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Doug decided to make her part of their program. Doug 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.
Twix, mom
French Brittany
About Twix
Twix is a female French Brittany. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Doug decided to make her part of their program. Doug 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.
Uploaded health tests
Patellar Luxation.Torch, mom
Brittany
About Torch
Torch is a female Brittany. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Doug decided to make her part of their program. Doug 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.
Thor, dad
Brittany
About Thor
Thor is a male Brittany. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Doug decided to make him part of their program. Doug 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.
Homere, dad
Brittany
About Homere
Homere is a male Brittany. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Doug decided to make him part of their program. Doug 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.
Peanut Butter, mom
Brittany
About Peanut Butter
Peanut Butter is a female Brittany. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Doug decided to make her part of their program. Doug 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.
Polka, mom
French Brittany
About Polka
Polka is a female French Brittany. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Doug decided to make her part of their program. Doug 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.
Good health testing
Full Embark Panel, Hip Dysplasia Prelims (registered with OFA), +1 more.Lanz, dad
Brittany
About Lanz
Lanz is a male Brittany. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Doug decided to make him part of their program. Doug 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.
Phore, mom
Brittany
About Phore
Phore is a female Brittany. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Doug decided to make her part of their program. Doug 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.
Sigma, dad
Brittany
About Sigma
Sigma is a male Brittany. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Doug decided to make him part of their program. Doug 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.
Jelly Bean, mom
French Brittany
About Jelly Bean
Jelly Bean is a female French Brittany. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Doug decided to make her part of their program. Doug 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.
Tiki, mom
French Brittany
About Tiki
Tiki is a female French Brittany. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Doug decided to make her part of their program. Doug 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.
Mirky, dad
French Brittany
About Mirky
Mirky is a male French Brittany. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Doug decided to make him part of their program. Doug 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.
Parent health testing
Brittany
French Brittany
Good level
Bent River Bretons 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.
Full Embark Panel
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).
