I'm Philip T., 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.
Q. & A. with Philip
Why did you start 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.
What makes your 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.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Philip
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.
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
Puppy prices include between $1,800 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“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.”
Contract & health guarantee
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.
Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
Vet check
First round of shots and deworming
Vet records
Microchip
Extras
Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Initial potty training
Puppy starter kit
Toys
Basic obedience & manners
Food & treats
Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Philip.
Breeder’s location
Meet in North Hampton, NH
441 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Gen. Edward Lawrence Logan Airport
409 miles away
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More about Philip
Club memberships
Philip is a member of 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, and American Brittany Club.
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 a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years
Philip was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Philip is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Birch Spring Brittanys 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
Daisy, mom
Brittany
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.
Kid, dad
Brittany
About Kid
Kid finished is show championship in 2024. He earned his NA lll in 2023. Kid finished his JH in 2024.
Rogue, dad
Brittany
About Rogue
Rogue has his JH and NAVHDA NA titles. He needs a major adult win in the field to finish his DC.
Ellie, mom
Brittany
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.
Kate, mom
Brittany
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.
Ziva, mom
Brittany
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.
Luna, mom
Brittany
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.
Rae, mom
Brittany
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.
Bella, mom
Brittany
About Bella
Bella is a female Brittany almost 3 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.
Apollo, dad
Brittany
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.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
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.