Size range:
Large: 25-40 inches; 35-65 pounds.

Kid-tolerance scale:
Excellent

Average lifespan:
12

Overall behavior of breed:
Docile, loving, stubborn

Explain why this breed was good/not good with your kids:
Will tolerate ear-pulling, being sat upon and most anything else. When he gets tired of it, he just walks off and finds a corner to hide in.

Typical colors:
White and brown, tri-color

Does this breed shed?
Yes

Special grooming needs:
Keep inside of ears dry.

Daily exercise requirements:
A little is a lot for these short-legged dogs.

Other comments or suggestions
They love the outdoors because they have an extraordinary sense of smell.