Size range:
Medium: 20-30 inches; 25-45 pounds.

Kid-tolerance scale:
Very Good

Average lifespan:
15 years

Overall behavior of breed:
Sweet, even tempered, great with kids, good with other animals, sleeps a lot, sometimes aloof.

Explain why this breed was good/not good with your kids:
Didn't bite or snap when the kids rolled over on him, even when he was old and had arthritis.

Typical colors:
Brindle and white, black brindle, fawn and white.

Does this breed shed?
No

Special grooming needs:
none

Daily exercise requirements:
Needs a vigorous run a couple of times a week and to go for a good walk every day.

Other comments or suggestions
Great all around dog.