Temperament: Very responsive, lively and prone to independence.

Behaviour with Children: Good, playful, affectionate and loving.

Behaviour with other Pets: Very tolerant.

Activity Level: Very High.

Obedience Trainability: Medium.

Life Span: 12 - 14 years plus/minus.

Required Living Environment: Not suited for apartment living. Best suited to rural environment. On the whole unsuitable as the first dog for new dog owner as they have terrific amount of energy which requires to be directed into something workable. They require less personal attention than other breeds as quite independent in nature. Very rigourous exercise is mandatory.