She has rapidly become a sixty pound lap dog. I had to overcome the physical abuse from previous owner and I did that with compassion and attention. I have created a snuggling monster! Hah! She goes everywhere with me, much to Hemis chagrin. Hemi can no longer keep up with daily farm activities but the pup is by my side all day. She is going to turn out to be a great dog. We are working on hand signals now. Basically, if she can see me she obeys. I do not think she has a mean bone in her body.