Temperament: Energetic, intelligent, affectionate, high-spirited, and full of energy.

Behaviour with Children: Very good as a rule.

With other Pets: Good.

Activity Level:Quite high.

Obedience Ability: Start training when young, firmly, fairly and gently and be persistent. Sometimes difficult to train because of high energy or self independence. Their weakness: sensitive and wanting to please.

Life span: Approx. 10 - 14 years plus or minus.

Living Environment: Unsuitable for apartment - best suited to country life with space to run. Has high activity requires plenty of daily exercise.