French Brits are known to be versatile. Ours will water retreive and point flush and retrieve. As far as rabbits are concerned. I wouldn't introduced the rabbit hunting to any breed until after they are well versed with hunting birds and doing everything right in the field. Some people frown on teaching pointing breeds to hunt furbearers, but NAVDA has shown the breeds are capable of distinguishing both. I suggest find your local NAVda chapter and hang out with them and get to know the different breeds. Also consider your family and any children when you decide and how much time the dog is going to be around them.