Temperament: Protective, very intelligent and very devoted to its human family.

Behaviour with Children: Prefers older children.<.p>

Behaviour with other Pets:Good, provided socilized with other animals when younger.

Activity Level: An active little dog, requires regular exercise to remain so and healthy.

Learning Ability:Highly intelligent, responds well to obedience training.

Watchdog:Good - very protective.

Average Life Span: 12 - 15 years plus or minus.

Living Environment: Can do well in apartment - active indoors - requires regular exercise. Wary of strangers - can become over-protective. Inclined to bark.Sometimes inclined to be excitable - a good alarm dog.