Energy
Shedding
Trainability
Barking
Good with kids
Flat-friendly
Temperament
Sociable, Tireless, Vocal, Independent.
Health problems to know about
- Hip dysplasia
- Bloat (gastric dilatation-volvulus)
- Ear infections
Ask breeders for the parents' health test results, and check what your national breed club recommends screening for.
Daily care
Two hours or more of exercise a day, on a long line or in secure fields, since the nose overrides recall. Weekly brush and regular ear checks.
A good fit for
Rural homes with space, other dogs for company and someone at home most of the day.
Probably not ideal for
Flats, close neighbours, homes with small pets, and owners who want off-lead reliability.
Popularity: AKC 2025 registration rankings (US); Royal Kennel Club 2025 registrations (UK, ranked by us). Breed traits are tendencies, not guarantees. Individual dogs vary, and mixed breeds and rescues can be wonderful fits too.
