How much exercise does a Brittany need?

By Tyler Polk, founder of PupnikUpdated September 24, 2026How we calculate

Most adult Brittanys need about 90–120 minutes of exercise a day, split into 2 walks, plus running, fetch, or training.

Very highEnergy

3–6 miDaily distance

ModerateHeat tolerance

ModerateCold tolerance

Get a plan for your Brittany's exact age with the walk calculator.

Why Brittanys need this much exercise

Brittanys are French pointing dogs, compact and tireless, and bred to cover field after field looking for birds.

Brittany exercise by age

Life stage	Daily exercise	How to split it
Puppy (2–12 months)	5 min per month of age, per walk	Up to 2 short walks, plus free play
Adult	90–120 min	2 walks, plus running, fetch, or training
Senior (8+ years)	45–90 min	2 to 3 shorter, gentler walks

Brittany puppy walk schedule

Age	Per walk	Per day
2 months	about 10 min	up to 20 min
3 months	about 15 min	up to 30 min
4 months	about 20 min	up to 40 min
5 months	about 25 min	up to 50 min
6 months	about 30 min	up to 60 min
8 months	about 40 min	up to 80 min
10 months	about 50 min	up to 100 min
12 months	about 60 min	up to 120 min

Free play doesn't count toward these numbers. Skip jogging and long hikes until growth plates close, around 12–15 months for a medium breed.

Best exercise for Brittanys

Running (once grown)
Hiking
Fetch
Field and scent work

Walking tips for Brittanys

A Brittany usually needs to run, not just walk. Plan hiking or jogging once they are fully grown.
Recall training comes first. Birds are very distracting to a Brittany.
Mental work, such as scent games or retrieving drills, helps settle them at home.

Brittanys in hot and cold weather

Heat: Brittanys handle heat about as well as the average dog. That means care above about 75°F (24°C): shade, water, shorter walks, and a pavement check. Above about 82°F (28°C), stick to potty breaks. Check today's heat risk.

Cold: Most healthy adult Brittanys are comfortable until it’s well below freezing. Puppies, seniors, and slimmer dogs may appreciate a coat on cold, wet, or windy days. Check today's cold risk.

Brittany exercise FAQ

How long should I walk my Brittany?

A healthy adult Brittany needs about 90–120 minutes of exercise a day, best split into 2 walks, plus running, fetch, or training. Walks, play, and training games all count toward the total.

How far can a Brittany walk?

At a normal walking pace, that works out to roughly 3–6 miles (5–9.5 km) a day for a healthy adult. Fit adult Brittanys can build up to longer hikes. Increase distance gradually and check paws and joints.

When can a Brittany puppy go on long walks or runs?

Wait until growth plates close, around 12–15 months for a medium breed like the Brittany. Until then, follow the 5-minutes-per-month rule: about 20 minutes per walk at 4 months, up to twice a day, plus free play.

Can Brittanys handle hot weather?

About as well as the average dog. That means care above about 75°F (24°C): shade, water, shorter walks, and a pavement check. Above about 82°F (28°C), stick to potty breaks.

Do Brittanys need a coat in winter?

Most healthy adults don’t need one until it’s well below freezing. Puppies, seniors, and slimmer dogs may appreciate a coat on cold, wet, or windy days.

Ranges are typical for healthy dogs and rounded on purpose. Individual dogs vary, and your vet's advice comes first. How we calculate.