Meet Andrea Jordan-Lane: Master Breeder of Jordean Brittanys

Andrea Jordan-Lane of Jordean spent decades building one of the most influential Brittany bloodlines in the sport and forever changing what a top-flight Brittany looks like, and this episode reveals exactly how she did it.

From showing a non-show-quality dog as a teenager to producing generations of top-winning Brittanys, Andrea shares the mentors, bloodlines, and breeding decisions that shaped the Jordean legacy.

In this episode:

• How Jordean Brittanys got started
• The dogs that changed Andrea’s program forever
• Her approach to pedigrees and breeding decisions
• What’s happening in the Brittany breed today
• Advice for the next generation of breeders

If you love purebred dogs, breeding history, or hearing how great programs are built over time, you’ll gain a lot from this conversation. Watch now to hear the full Jordean story.

Timestamps:

(00:00) Andrea’s Advice to New Breeders

(00:22) Introduction to Andrea Jordan-Lane & the Jordean Brittanys Legacy

(02:16) Andrea’s Childhood Fascination With Purebred Dogs

(03:44) Her First Brittany & Discovering Dog Shows

(05:15) Learning the Sport Through Mentors & Observation

(06:57) First Brittany Specialty & Seeing Great Dogs for the First Time

(08:23) Getting Her First Purpose-Bred Brittany

(09:23) Early Success Producing Champions

(10:02) Setbacks, Persistence & Learning the Hard Way

(11:35) Meeting Dennis Jordan Through Dogs

(14:09) Andrea’s First National Specialty Experience

(15:08) How Andrea & Dennis Jordan Became Partners

(16:53) Building the Jordean Vision

(18:50) Acquiring “Jonas” & Finding the Right Type

(20:24) Beverly Millett’s Influence on the Jordean Program

(23:52) Breeding Mistakes, Genetics & Lessons Learned

(25:41) The Importance of Pedigrees, Linebreeding & Type Consistency

(29:17) Health Challenges in the Brittany Breed

(30:09) Hip Dysplasia, Epilepsy & Genetic Responsibility

(35:00) Health Testing, Transparency & Protecting the Breed

(36:25) Andrea’s Mental Picture of the Ideal Brittany

(38:56) The Hardest Breed Traits to Produce Correctly

(39:40) Front Construction, Side Gait & Breed Balance

(41:10) Rear Structure, Hocks & Sound Movement

(43:51) The Foundation Dogs Behind Jordean Brittanys

(45:00) Ch. Jordan Millett Just Kiddin’ “Kitty” & Her Impact

(47:40) The Story of Ollie Begins

(50:20) Ollie’s Rise to a Record-Breaking Show Career

(53:30) Ollie’s Influence as a Sire & Producer

(55:40) Hunting Ability, Field Work & Preserving Duality

(59:40) Producing Multiple Best in Show Winners

(1:02:10) BeBe, Riley, Adam & Multi-Generation Success

(1:04:35) Which Dog Came Closest to the Breed Standard?

(1:07:14) Promoting Preservation Breeders & Purebred Dogs

(1:10:05) Educating Puppy Buyers & Supporting New Exhibitors

(1:12:37) Why Breeders Must Collaborate Instead of Compete

(1:15:22) The Importance of Staying for Group Judging & Best in Show

(1:17:14) Why Every Breeder Should Attend National Specialties

(1:18:12) The Biggest Challenges Facing the Brittany Breed Today

(1:19:30) Aging Breeders, Declining Entries & Lack of Participation

(1:20:20) Reasons Andrea Is Still Optimistic About the Future

(1:21:37) What Breeders Should Prioritize Most Today

(1:22:04) Andrea’s Proudest Accomplishments in the Breed

(1:24:44) The Legacy Andrea Hopes Jordean Leaves Behind

(1:25:15) Andrea’s Advice for Aspiring Breeders

(1:25:51) Breeders Andrea Admires & Respects Today

(1:27:19) Where to Learn More About Jordean Brittanys

(1:27:50) Final Thoughts & Closing Remarks

This episode is brought to you by:

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With additional support from:

Ororo — https://www.ororowear.com/

Cherrybrook Pet Supplies — https://www.cherrybrook.com/

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