Extremely loyal and dedicated to their families with a gentle watchdog nature
Beautiful black and tan coat with a glossy, easily maintained feathered appearance
Eager to please and highly trainable with a sensitive, intelligent disposition
Great with children of all ages when supervised, showing natural patience
Requires regular professional grooming every 6-8 weeks to maintain coat health
Prone to separation anxiety, needing owners who can avoid extended absences
High daily exercise requirement of at least two hours must be met to prevent behavioral issues
Can be stubborn and sensitive, responding poorly to harsh or inconsistent training methods