Pros & Cons

Pros:

  • Great watch dogs
  • Short hair and easy to maintain coat
  • Highly intelligent
  • Responsive to training
  • Loyal
  • Great with children and elders
  • Loves tasks

Cons:

  • Big in size
  • Rowdy and exuberant when young
  • Destructive if left unattended for long periods of time
  • Without proper socialization early on, protective instincts can turn into aggression or fearfulness
  • Strong willed and Strong minded
  • Possible loud snoring may occur
  • Possible drooling may occur in some dogs
  • Craves attention and companionship
  • Not well suited for small spaces