Intelligent Rank
BBS is highly intelligent.

Trainability:
BBS are very easy to train.

Energy level:
BBS are medium energy level dogs.

Prey drive:
BBS has a medium prey drive.

Wandering tendencies:
BBS do not wander off away from their owner.

Health Issues:
BBS tend to have less health problems than a GSD.

Longevity range:
BBS live on the average 12-14 years.

Watchdog Ability:
BBS can be good watchdogs but protecting is not their strong suit.

Mouthiness:
BBS has a lower tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.

Adaptability:
BBS adapts well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.

Child-Friendly:
BBS are very kid-friendly dogs.

Cat-Friendly:
BBS are cat-friendly dogs.

Dog-Friendly:
BBS do very well with other dogs.

Small Animals:
BBS do well with animals if socialized with them from an early age.

Senior Citizen Friendly:
BBS are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Apartment Friendly:
BBS can live in apartments only if they get plenty of mental & physical stimulation.

Good For First Time Owners:
BBS can be good for a novice owner with some knowledge.

Office Friendly:
BBS is a good companion breed for the office environment.

Hypoallergenic:
BBS are not hypoallergenic.

Shedding Level:
BBS do shed, similarly to a GSD.

Tolerates Being Left Alone:
BBS can have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Sensitivity:
BBS are very sensitive and need to be lead with positive training methods.

Grooming:
BBS has low grooming needs (brush a couple of times a week).

Bathing:
BBS do not require to be bathed often.

Service/Therapy:
BBS can excel in service & therapy.

Water:
BBS love water if exposed early on.

Vocalization:
Medium, some can be “talkers.”