Energy
Shedding
Trainability
Barking
Good with kids
Flat-friendly
Temperament
Even-tempered, Energetic, Loyal, Gentle.
Health problems to know about
- Hip dysplasia
- Bloat (GDV)
- Hypothyroidism
- Eye disorders (cataracts, retinal dysplasia)
- Inherited deafness
Ask breeders for the parents' health test results, and check what your national breed club recommends screening for.
Daily care
Two hours a day, with real running, not just lead walks. Minimal grooming. Recall training from day one; a fenced field helps.
A good fit for
Runners, cyclists, hunters and rural homes.
Probably not ideal for
Flats, low-activity households, and long hours alone.
Sources
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.
