Recognized By
AKC
Country of Origin
United States
Life Expectancy
12 - 14 yrs
Height Range
14 - 15 in
Weight Range
24 - 28 lbs
Colors
Black, black/tan, brown/tan, particolor, tricolor
Trainability
High, very reponsive to training
With Children
Generally good, although temperament is varied among lines
With Animals
Very good
Climate
Tolerates cold well
Indoor/Outdoor
Ideally indoors, but needs plenty of outdoor time
Exercise Reqd
Above average; needs exercise to stay healthy
Grooming Reqd
High, especially to maintain long show coat