Gentle giant with a calm, dignified temperament ideal for families
Strong bond with children, displaying exceptional patience and gentleness
Responsive to positive reinforcement training methods
Low vocalisation; typically quiet indoors and easy going
Requires experienced owners familiar with large sighthound needs
High prey drive demands secure environments and early training
Needs substantial daily exercise to maintain health and happiness
Susceptible to osteosarcoma and bloat, requiring vigilant health monitoring