Temperament: Good - merry, with no suggestion of timidity.

Behaviour with Children: Reasonably good.

With other pets: Good.

Activity Level: Requires quite a bit of exercise.

Obedience Trainability: Very good.

Life Span: 12 - 14 years, plus/minus.

Living Environment: Indoors but tolerates cold quite well. Requires secure back yard.

Health Issues:   For the most part, a healthy breed. As with all breeds, there are specific health issues connected with this breed that can arise. Best to check with veterinarian and breeders.