Recognized By
AKC
Country of Origin
Ireland
Life Expectancy
12 - 14 yrs
Height Range
17 - 20 in
Weight Range
30 - 40 lbs
Colors
Pups start out darker, even reddish-brown, but lighten over first couple of years to light wheat color, often with reddish tint
Trainability
Very smart and eager, but often stubborn. Short training with rewards work best.
With Children
Wonderful. Very loving and keep puppy-like energy.
With Animals
Can be good if socialized at a young age.
Climate
Varied, but do not do well in hot weather
Indoor/Outdoor
Indoors, but love to play outside if it is not too hot
Exercise Reqd
Need play time and short walk daily, but lower than most dogs of this size.
Grooming Reqd
Does not shed so requires regular brushing.
