Epagneul Breton de Broughton - Minnesota Epagneul Breton, French Brittany Spaniel Breeders

We produce and train Epagneul Bretons from the finest bloodlines in France, breeding for health, hunting ability, conformation, and temperament.

Our O.F.A. certified breeding stock is produces 1-2 litters a year.

Members of : Club de L'Epagneul Breton of the United States, Great North Epagneul Breton Gun Dog Club..

We adhere by the breeders code of ethics set forth by the A.K.C., U.K.C., and the associations in which we belong.

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Steve and Cristin Broughton

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Epagneul Breton, French Brittany Spaniel

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Steve and Cristin Broughton
Annandale, Minnesota 55302

Breeding quality gun dogs for over 8 years.

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Steve,

It’s been one year since my daughter and I drove to Annandale to pick up Fletcher. I wanted to let you know that he has exceeded our expectations, not only in the field but as a house pet as well.

Since our first official foray into the field in November, Fletch has displayed an unbelievable work ethic, running for hours at desired range without a break in pace. Amazing. He is a rock star in all manner of cover and returns on command without fail. And as soon as he got a nose for Pheasant, his point has come along beautifully. As an amateur hunter myself, I am thrilled to own such a naturally gifted bird dog.

Our entire family loves Fletch, and my wife is even able to look past a few dog hairs. Steve, thanks for breeding such a fine animal and taking so much time to answer my question over the past twelve months.

Enclosed find a couple of pics of my older sons with birds hunted over Fletch.

Sincerely,
Bill McDonnell
Chicago

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My wife and I have been very pleased with our experience of acquiring
our dog Frenchesca through the Broughtons. At only 10 months,
Frenchesca demonstrates a natural ability to hunt with great intensity
and to find and point birds. She retrieves grouse naturally and she
is not afraid to chase down crippled rooster pheasants that are almost
as big as she is. She is tenacious in the field and loving in our
home. This is a great breed from great bloodlines bred by thoughtful
and caring breeders.

Best wishes,
Casey

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Hi Steve and Cristin,
As I typed in the subject, I couldn't believe that it has been 6 months
since we came to pick Fausti (aka- Bodee aka- Bear) up from you! We thought
we would send you a few more recent pictures of Bodee. The one picture
might not look like much, but if you can zoom in on it- you will find Bodee
flying across a marshy type area. He LOVES water!!

Bodee's training is going well and he learns VERY quickly- natural
retriever, picks up on hand-signals, and LOVES water. His energy is
boundless, but he is also a great family dog (that's where he earned the
nickname "Bear"). He has quite the personality, ranging from a serious
hunting dog to a very silly 8-month old puppy. Every place we have taken
him, he has been a conversation piece. People are impressed with demeanor
and taken by his coloring- we are proud to teach people about this great
breed of dog.

Todd and Sandi

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Hi Steve and Cristin,

As I typed in the subject, I couldn't believe that it has been 6 months
since we came to pick Fausti (aka- Bodee aka- Bear) up from you! We thought
we would send you a few more recent pictures of Bodee. The one picture
might not look like much, but if you can zoom in on it- you will find Bodee
flying across a marshy type area. He LOVES water!!

Bodee's training is going well and he learns VERY quickly- natural
retriever, picks up on hand-signals, and LOVES water. His energy is
boundless, but he is also a great family dog (that's where he earned the
nickname "Bear"). He has quite the personality, ranging from a serious
hunting dog to a very silly 8-month old puppy. Every place we have taken
him, he has been a conversation piece. People are impressed with demeanor
and taken by his coloring- we are proud to teach people about this great
breed of dog.

Todd and Sandi

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I wanted to give you an update on how the puppy we got from you last year is doing. She has gone through her first hunting season. And done very well. She has had a great instinct for birds from her first time out. She is my first pointer and I was worried about what I would have to teach her so I worked with a trainer. We taught her the basic commands of come, whoa, hup and that is about it. She knew what to do from there.

She was never gun shy, or scared of birds. I was afraid that she would be timid because of her sex, but nothing can be further from the truth. When it comes to birds she is as confident and bold as any dog out there.

At home we could not ask for a better dog. I'm sure you don't remember, but you told us she loved people and was the first one to come when she heard people. Well that has continued, she loves people. She has turned into the sweetest dog ever. My wife was not excited about a new dog coming. Now I am sure she would get rid of me before the dog. My daughter and her are best friends.

I have attached some pictures of her. Most were taken last weekend at a preserve hunt. Once again I want to say what an outstanding dog she is in both the home and field. I believe that comes from solid breeding.
Thanks,
David Garlow

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Good afternoon,

I also have a Breton orange and honey-colored eyes, is now 8 years old but is my best friend. Although it is getting old and somewhat deaf continues to be an optimal hunting dog. It's spectacular to see him stop and a partridge is also excellent hunting for rabbits. Although not a pure-bred, being a descendant of Breton and setter, can have the best of each breed. I love to hunt with him.

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Hi Steve!

Been a while since we last touched bases, but had to give you an update on how Mackinac (registered name is Fielder) is doing. Have been working with him on my own, working on basic commands and taking him out to a pheasant farm where I bought a membership this year. Took him out on planted birds a couple times so far and on our last trip, Mack just blew me away! Pointed planted birds on scent (from as much as 40 feet away), whoa'd on command stone still and remained steady to wing. Never flinched at all at the sound of the gun, I don't think he even notices it. He was just all business and seemed like a total natural. We eventually went into some real tall grass to chase some birds and while Mack was in way over his head, you couldn't convince him of that. He had a ball, pointing at scent trails along the way and bounding to and fro through the tall grass with all his might. For a 5-1/2 month old pup, I just couldn't be more happy! He has settled into the house well and his vet says he is growing and developing just perfectly. Thanks for everything Steve. Can't wait to see him continue to grow and develop.

Best Regards,

Jim and Heidi Flamming

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Steve & Cristin,
Hi we thought we would just give you a quick update on Fyuree. Her orange really came out in her face and spots on legs. She is doing great in her training and we are very impressed with her natural instinct to hunt. We have had her out hunting 3 times now, twice to hunting preserves and once looking for wild grouse. The first time out was a trip to a hunting preserve to get her around birds and to get her used to the gun. She enjoyed finding the planted birds and scaring them up and I don’t even think she knew the gun was there she was having so much fun. Towards the end of that trip she was pointing birds and waiting for me to kick them up. The second trip was out for wild grouse, we never found any birds but it wasn’t for a lack of trying, she did find feathers and droppings though. Today we went back to a hunting preserve so I knew she would see birds. The owner planted 10 birds in three different strips of CRP before we arrived. Fyuree found all 10 birds and pointed 9 of them, we were very impressed. She also has no problem retrieving birds and most of the time dropping them at our feet. We hope to get her out plenty more this year.
Thank you for the great puppy!
Nathan & Jessica

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Hello Steve,
Fagan the Orange and White Breton from you Is amazing, he is obedient and Intelligent I am really pleased with him he is just playing all the day.
Best Regards
Omar Ayub

Mexico

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Dear Steve & Cristin,
Thank you for all that you have done for us in bringing Encre into our family. As first time hunting dog owners, you have made the entire process easy and exciting for all of us. We greatly appreciated your willingness to let us visit your kennel/home to meet you and Encre’s parents. You didn’t hesitate to let us see for ourselves Bako and Victoria in the field! You were also very responsive to all our questions prior to making a reservation, during the breeding, and even now after we’ve had Encre home for four months. As Encre comes upon the six month mark, we are enjoying her love of the kids and her growing confidence and potential as a hunting dog. We are looking forward to getting her involved in more GNEBGDC training events, training opportunities with you, and seeing her in action this fall!
Respectively,
Trent & Karyn Luger

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