Look: have a superbly long beautiful silky coat based on a athletic frame. They have a long nose and long dangling ears. Tall and slender dog with a very refined face. Extremely powerful jaws and almond shaped eyes. It has a very long but strong and thick neck.With strait long legs that are covered in fur all the way to their feet. They have a long tail with a curl at the tip and their coat is often a sandy color but can be other colors to.
Temperament: A very dignified and Courageous dog. Also loyal, sweet and affectionate and a lower level of dominance and can be somewhat distant if not handled and cared for at a young age. Need to be trained by someone who can be kind yet calm and firm with the animal. They do tend to be more suspicious of people they don't know and would be a great guard dog.
Height:
Male: 27-29 inches
Female: 25-27 inches
Weight:
Male: 60 pounds
Female: 50 pounds
Exercise: Is an essential part of the daily routine. Recommended that they are taken for a walk twice a day.
Health Problems: Generally healthy
Living accommodation: Definitely not for apartment life. It is recommended they live on an acreage but will be fine with a large backyard providing it gets sufficient exercise.
Life Span: Around 14 years
Litter size: !-15 puppies. Average 8.
Grooming: Essential. Brushed daily and knots clipped out daily. Ask for someone to show you how this is done when you get your dog.
