Sun Country Bretons-Home of AKC Master Hunters - Arizona Epagneul Breton, French Brittany Spaniel Breeders

Since 1995 we have been producing dogs for the foot hunter as well as family companions and proud owners of Epagneul Bretons, also known as French Brittanys. We usually plan one or two breedings each year. Our dogs are from champion lines, are OFA certified, and are proven hunters both on wild birds and in competition. French Brittanys are one of the smallest pointing breeds. Their sweet and pleasing disposition and high level of intelligence make them wonderful family companions. Yet, when the guns come out they are all business! Their fantastic bird sense & drive, natural retrieving and pointing ability, and close working nature make them fantastic upland bird dogs and a joy to hunt behind.

Epagneul Breton, French Brittany Spaniel

Training, Stud Services

Don and Linda Rice
28015 N 144th Dr
Surprise, Arizona 85387

Breeding quality gun dogs for over 16 years.

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Its not to often that i can get Gigi to sit still for more then a second. But this morning she sat in this chair, like she was a princess. Thought you and Linda would enjoy what we get to be with everyday. I am so thankful that Rosie delivered an extra puppy that year,that was just for me. She is a one of a kind. But than again so is our Hooper.

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Don and Linda Rice of Sun Country Bretons are amazing breeders. Their love and passion for their own dogs, the breed itself, and all the litters they have had, is seen through their open communication and their involvement in Brittany clubs and hunting activities. In addition to providing lovable companions, Don also offers field training from the beginning stages to the end. He is an exceptional trainer not only because he knows the Brittany so well, but also because he knows the process of training and when to advance or slow down a dogs progression. We sent our 16 month old, Jack Jack, back to Arizona for training with Don and it was the best thing we ever did. Because of our work schedules and young daughter we were not able to put in the time to focus on what Jack needed. Don had been giving us tips from the beginning, but having Jack go and work with him, gave him the good solid base and we were able to take him home and progress him. Throughout the time Jack was with Don and Linda we received weekly updates and pictures telling us how he was doing and what stage he was at. They welcome and are open to random calls, questions and emails, which made us feel involved and have a better understanding of training. They encourage their owners to visit and go out on the field for instruction and involvement in the training process. Jack came home with respect for other dogs on the field, respect to point, point, holding point, hold to shot and a stronger drive! We have to drag him off the hunting fields now!! We took Jack home prior to full completion because one we missed him and two Don gave us the knowledge and the encouragement that we could finish his training on our own. Since Jack has been home my wife and I have been taking Jack out for pheasant hunting and he is doing exceptional! Not only is he loving it but we are enjoying working on retrieving and continuing his good hunting habits. Don offered us a way to get on the fields faster and enjoy our amazing bird dog sooner! Thank you both Don and Linda for our new adventures with Jack Jack and for loving on him as much as we do while he was with you!! We highly recommend Don and Linda as breeders and trainers!!!

Happy Hunting
Seb, Carolyn, Audrey, and Jack-Jack Yardimian

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Don & Linda,

We thought you might enjoy some photos of Gila from this hunting season! She was exposed to lots of birds and did a great job working the birds and being steady on point. Gila is an excellent retriever...she has always loved to retrieve dummys and toys, even in the water. She isn't as crazy about retrieving a bird at this point, but we don't think it will take her long to pick that up. There were also times this season where she was able to show her backing skills and she did an awesome job with that as well. We are really impressed with her in the field!

Happy New Year,
Todd & Kaylen

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Don and Linda,

I wanted to send you updated pictures of Huck! He is a total gem and a cuddle bug. I could not have asked for a better pup. He listens and well is just to cute for words, great expressions. He has his flaws like he still loves water and puts his whole face in the water bowl when drinking and whimpers when I leave for work daily but he loves when I come home to play! I am so glad I waited, Huck was well worth the wait.

We are working in the field and he is a natural backer to Beaux my dads 7 year old French Brit. He has a great nose on him as well.

Hope all is well with you and here are the long over due photos.

Allie

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Don
My son David and I also walk along ways, steep and rocky just for two birds, but I can't believe how Gig never gave up looking for birds, when we finally located a small bunch running up a cliff. She let us know we had birds in front by switching into her hyper bird mode. I am not a dog trainer so what ability she has out in the field comes naturally it has not been taught to her. I think she is amazing, I have said this in the past but if Gig was last pick I can only wonder what the other owners are saying about her brothers and sisters.
Dick B

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Don and Linda,

We are beginning to get settled in our new home and area, but do not have any photos to send of Hope yet. Will try to get some.
She has been such a joy as a puppy, although a bit hard to house break. She has a wonderful personality. She likes to please, is smart, very birdy (anything that flies actually) and learns quickly. Hope has lots of energy, at times it overflows, but she can be quiet and settled after her exercise. We have had a lot of flies this summer and she loves to point the flies that invade the house.
We are really attached to her and have high hopes for her as a bird dog.
Yvonne & Donovan

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Don and Linda - It's about time we sent you an update on Katie (Hallie)! She's about 27 lbs. and 18" at the shoulder now. I have been working on her "whoa" command(as well as the basics) and live pigeons. She's pointing sometimes strong and sometimes weak(which is usually at a good distance). I think she's got a good nose, just doesn't trust it yet. She has a calm, friendly disposition - except for some puppy crazies occasionally- to be expected!

She's not gun shy - we used a starter pistol and shot pigeons over her 2 weeks ago. She even retrieved a live one without killing it.

This weekend she will get snake trained and once it cools down, we will introduce her to quail and chukar. We will update you on that. Let me know if you have any suggestions or thoughts.

She's a beautiful pup - thanks for sharing!
Ross

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Don,
Gunner took first place in The Arizona Pointing Dog Club championship last weekend! He competed against 26 other dogs over the year in his class and came out on top at the championship trial. I'm so proud of him! He is such a joy, always eager to please and a real sweetie around the house... Thanks again for a great pup!
Bob

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Don,
Gunner took first place in The Arizona Pointing Dog Club championship last weekend! He competed against 26 other dogs over the year in his class and came out on top at the championship trial. I'm so proud of him! He is such a joy, always eager to please and a real sweetie around the house... Thanks again for a great pup!
Bob

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Just thought we would drop you a note. Katie(Hallie) is a great puppy! She is a handful! She is so confident and well-adjusted, we can only attribute it to your breeding and early care. We started puppy training and it's going well.Hope you're having a good summer. Thanks for everything.

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