Temperament: Very intelligent, gentle, sociable, responsive, affectionate, friendly and proud.

Behaviour with Children: Extremely good, providing children are behaving and not pestering dog.

With other Pets: On the whole, good.

Activity Level: Outdoors: High. Indoors: Medium.

Obedience Trainability: High.

Life Span: 8 - 10 years plus/minus.

Living Environment: Fenced yard essential - Daily exercise required, swimming availability if possible Insufficient exercise or lack of something to occupy them mentally can cause behaviour problems - bear in mind this dog is bred for working.