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What is the Greater Milwaukee Brittany Club?
The Greater Milwaukee Brittany Club (GMBC) is a regional dog club for Brittany owners and enthusiasts in southeastern Wisconsin, affiliated with the American Brittany Club. Its stated goals are to encourage high standards in breeding, training and exhibiting Brittanys, and to promote cooperation and friendship among owners and breeders. It pursues those goals through field trials, hunt tests, conformation and obedience shows, training sessions and social events.
What the club actually does
The event calendar is the clearest picture of the club's character. A typical year mixes competitive and informal activities:
- Field trials, including spring and fall trials plus a walking field trial, held at grounds such as Bong and Ottawa, Wisconsin
- Hunt tests, usually in spring and fall
- Training meetings and "Find Flush Fire" sessions, which are more casual, hands-on gatherings
- A specialty show for conformation
- An awards banquet each January
The club also maintains an active Facebook group for updates, and posts event premiums (entry documents) on its site, such as the Fall Field Trial premium for October 10–11, 2026 at Ottawa Dog Grounds in Eagle, Wisconsin.
Who it suits
If you own a Brittany and want structured opportunities to work the dog in the field, this is the core audience. Field trial and hunt test participants get the most from membership. Conformation and obedience exhibitors are also served, and newcomers who simply want training help or to meet other Brittany people have the training meetings and social events. Families are explicitly invited.
The trade-off is geographic and breed-specific: activities cluster around Wisconsin grounds, so members outside the Milwaukee area face travel, and the programming assumes an interest in Brittanys specifically rather than dogs in general. If you are deciding whether to join, attend one event first — a training meeting or hunt test is a low-pressure way to see whether the club's pace and people fit you.
For breed-wide context, the American Brittany Club is the national parent organization.
How do I become a member of the Greater Milwaukee Brittany Club?
Membership in the Greater Milwaukee Brittany Club starts with showing up. The club's own welcome invites you and your family to join, and it describes its purpose as encouraging high standards in breeding, training and exhibiting Brittanys while promoting cooperation and friendship among owners and breeders. In practice, that means the easiest path in is attending an event, meeting members, and asking about joining while you're there.
A practical route to joining
- Pick an event that fits your interest. The club's calendar lists field trials, hunt tests, a specialty show, training meetings and social gatherings across the Milwaukee area and nearby grounds. Training meetings and hunt tests tend to be the most relaxed entry points if you are new to the breed or to dog sports.
- Introduce yourself in person. Say you are interested in membership, ask who handles new-member inquiries, and find out whether dues or a sponsor are required. Club practices vary, and the site does not spell out a formal application process.
- Follow the club's updates. The club notes that it updates its Facebook page fairly often and invites people to join the group, which is a sensible way to hear about dates and last-minute changes.
- Ask about the next steps directly. The site lists a contact email and an events page; those are the right channels for confirming current membership requirements rather than relying on an old calendar entry.
What membership is likely to give you
| If you want to… | Look toward |
|---|---|
| Learn handling, training or field basics | Training meetings and hunt tests |
| Compete or watch structured competition | Field trials and the specialty show |
| Meet breeders and experienced owners | Shows, trials and social events |
| Keep a Brittany active and engaged | Field and hunt-test activities |
A concrete scenario
Suppose you have a two-year-old Brittany that loves to run and you have never entered a dog sport. You could attend a training meeting first, ask members how hunt tests are scored, and volunteer to help at a field trial. By the second or third event, you will know whether the club's culture suits you, and you will have the relationships that make a membership application straightforward.
For breed-specific context beyond this club, the American Brittany Club is the national organization this group is a regional club of, and the American Kennel Club covers breed standards and event rules. If you are comparing regional clubs, American Kennel Club lists recognized clubs, and American Brittany Club is the national parent club. The club's own site is Greater Milwaukee Brittany Club.
Your next step: check the club's calendar and events page for the nearest training meeting or hunt test, email the club to confirm how membership currently works, and plan to attend one event before deciding.
What events does the Greater Milwaukee Brittany Club hold for Brittany owners?
The Greater Milwaukee Brittany Club runs a year-round calendar built around dog sports and member get-togethers. Its stated goals are encouraging high standards in breeding, training and exhibiting, and promoting cooperation and friendship among owners and breeders — the events reflect both halves of that.
Typical event types
- Field trials — spring and fall trials at Bong, plus a fall walking field trial at Ottawa Dog Grounds in Eagle, Wisconsin.
- Hunt tests — spring and fall hunt tests at Ottawa.
- Training sessions and meetings — including a "Find, Flush, Fire" training weekend.
- Conformation and obedience — a specialty show in West Bend.
- Social events — an awards banquet in Wauwatosa.
Sample year at a glance
| Season | What's on |
|---|---|
| Spring | Spring field trials (Bong), hunt test (Ottawa), specialty show (West Bend) |
| Summer | Training meeting and "Find, Flush, Fire" training (Ottawa) |
| Fall | Fall field trials (Bong), fall hunt test and walking field trial (Ottawa) |
| Winter | Awards banquet (Wauwatosa) |
If you're new to the breed or to competition, start with a training session or hunt test rather than a field trial — training days are the easiest place to ask questions about handling, conditioning and what judges look for. Check the club's calendar and event page before travelling, since dates and grounds can shift; the club also posts updates on its Facebook group. For the wider Brittany community and national-level events, see American Brittany Club.
What is a Brittany dog like as a breed?
A Brittany is a medium-sized sporting dog bred to find and point game birds, then retrieve them. That working origin shapes almost everything about the breed: high energy, strong hunting instinct, a need for daily exercise, and a strong bond with an active owner. They are often described as friendly, eager to please and intelligent, which makes them trainable, but also means they can get bored and inventive if their needs are not met.
What living with a Brittany tends to involve
- Exercise and outlets. Brittanys are not content with a short walk. They do best with off-lead running, hunting, field trials, agility, or other structured activity most days. Without an outlet, expect restlessness, chewing, or barking.
- Training. They respond well to positive, consistent training and often enjoy having a job. Beginners can succeed, but a breed-specific class or a local club's training sessions helps enormously.
- People and family life. Many Brittanys are affectionate with family and generally good with children when socialized early. Some are reserved with strangers, and their hunting drive can make them unreliable around small pets unless raised with them.
- Grooming and size. The coat is fairly easy to maintain with regular brushing, and the dog is compact enough for many homes, though it needs more space and activity than its size suggests.
- Health and lifespan. As with any breed, ask a breeder about health testing and temperament. Brittanys are generally long-lived for their size, but joint and other inherited issues exist.
A concrete way to test the fit
Picture a typical weekday: two hours of real exercise, a short training session, and time with the family. If that sounds manageable and appealing, a Brittany can be a wonderful companion. If most days involve a quick walk around the block, the breed will likely struggle.
Next step
The best way to learn what a Brittany is like is to meet some in person. The Greater Milwaukee Brittany Club runs field trials, hunt tests, conformation and training sessions, and its calendar lists events through 2026, which gives you a low-pressure way to watch the breed work and talk with owners. The American Kennel Club also publishes a breed standard and care overview, and the American Brittany Club covers national events and breeder referrals. Visiting a club event, or asking a breeder whether you can meet the dogs and their owners, will tell you more than any description.
How can I get involved in field trials or hunt tests with my Brittany?
Start by joining a regional Brittany club, then enter a trial or hunt test as a participant rather than a spectator. The Greater Milwaukee Brittany Club shows the typical path: it runs field trials, hunt tests, conformation, obedience, training sessions and social events, and its calendar lists spring and fall field trials, hunt tests and training weekends. Its stated goals are encouraging high standards in breeding, training and exhibiting, and promoting cooperation among owners and breeders.
Your first steps
- Find the club nearest you. The American Brittany Club sanctions regional clubs across the country; a regional club is the easiest entry point because members will tell you which events suit a beginner and which stakes fit your dog's experience.
- Attend one event as a spectator. Watch how dogs are braced, how handlers work a field, and how hunt tests differ from trials. Ask questions between braces, not during them.
- Join a training group. The Greater Milwaukee calendar includes dedicated training meetings and a "Find Flush Fire" training weekend. Regular group training is usually the fastest way to get a dog steady on birds and steady to wing and shot.
- Enter a hunt test first, then a walking field trial. Hunt tests are judged against a standard, so a solid dog can pass. Field trials are competitive placements, so you are measured against the other entries. Walking trials are a gentler introduction than horseback trials.
Field trial vs. hunt test
| Hunt test | Field trial | |
|---|---|---|
| Judged on | A standard; dogs pass or fail | Competition; dogs placed against each other |
| Typical format | Junior, Senior, Master levels | Puppy, derby, gun dog, all-age stakes |
| Handler on foot | Yes | Sometimes; many are horseback |
| Best for | First-timers and family dogs | Dogs and handlers aiming at titles and placements |
Practical preparation
- Health and registration papers. Bring proof of registration and current vaccination records; clubs usually require them at check-in.
- Gear. A check cord, whistle, blank pistol if your stake requires it, water, and a crate. Ask the event contact what the stake actually requires before you buy anything.
- Your dog. Steady on birds, responsive to whistle and hand signals, and conditioned to run for the time your stake demands. A dog that has never seen a horse should not start in a horseback stake.
- Entries and deadlines. Field trials and hunt tests close entries in advance, so download the premium and mail or submit your entry early. The club posts its premium documents on its own site.
Where to go next
Check the club's event page and calendar for dates, grounds and entry contacts, then email the contact listed for the event you want to enter and say you are new. Clubs expect that question and generally answer it gladly. If you are outside Wisconsin, search for the regional Brittany club covering your state and ask the same question there.
Where can I find the premium or entry form for the GMBC Fall Field Trial?
The premium or entry form for the GMBC Fall Field Trial is posted on the club's home page as a downloadable PDF: ottawa_2026_october_premium.pdf. It sits alongside the event listing for the Fall Walking Field Trial on October 10–11, 2026, at Ottawa Dog Grounds in Eagle, Wisconsin.
Start at the club site, Greater Milwaukee Brittany Club, and look for that file name on the home page or on the Events page, where the full 2026 calendar is laid out. If the direct file link is hard to spot, the Events page is the more reliable route because each dated entry points to its own details.
What the premium typically contains
A field trial premium is the official invitation and entry packet. Expect it to include:
- The stake or stakes offered, with dates and running order
- Judges' names
- Entry fees and closing date for entries
- The entry form itself, plus the address or contact for submitting it
- Grounds location, directions and any parking or camping notes
- Dog eligibility requirements and any championship or age restrictions
Practical next steps
- Download and print the PDF rather than reading it on a phone at the grounds; the entry form needs a signature.
- Note the closing date first. Field trial entries close well before the running dates, and late entries are usually refused.
- Confirm whether you are entering a walking stake or a horseback stake, since the October event is listed as a walking trial.
- Check the 2026 calendar for other dates if you miss this one: the club also lists spring and fall trials at Bong and hunt tests at Ottawa.
For a first-time entrant, the most useful comparison is between the walking trial in October and the September trial at Bong. Walking trials suit handlers on foot and often draw newcomers; the Bong dates may involve different stakes and travel logistics. Read both premiums before deciding.
If the PDF link does not open, the club's Facebook group is described as frequently updated and is a reasonable place to ask for the current file. Contact details are also listed on the site.
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