Country of origin:United States Bred for: Companion Group: Northern Breed Color: Black and white, gray and white, red and white Life span: 12 to 14 years Grooming Needs: Brush weekly Coat:Double coat, with soft dense undercoat and thick, longer outer coat Size: Toy 13 inches; miniature 13-15 inches; standard 15-17 inches; 8-22 pounds Temperment: Perky, alert, curios and active Training: Moderately trainable Energy: Medium Children: Good with children Compatibility with other dogs: Good Health Concerns: Luxating patellas (slipping kneecaps), cryptorchid, liver disease, hypothyroidism, blood clotting disorder