I own two, a 6 year old male, and a 2 year old female. Both are out of cover dog lines. Both are very affectionate, and have been great with my children and others. My male did not settle down in the house until 3 years of age. They are now calm in the house, but still intense hunters. They both shed quite a bit. Like any dog, the specific parents are more important than the breed. I have heard of problems in a couple of dogs. Of course, any dog can bite given the wrong circumstances.
