Toby is 14 and I have had him since he was 10. He is friendly, loyal, active, and highly communicative. He has a number of snorts, coughs, fake sneezes, and tag rattles to let us know what he wants. He like to be "challenged" for his food...I guess it tastes better if it is fought for. If you want a big dog in a small body, this breed is for you!