Five chapters, in the order most people need them: what the dog is like, how to train it, how much work it needs, what to watch for health-wise, and how to keep the coat and daily care manageable.
Intelligence, drive, bonding style, and the difference between "high drive" and "difficult."
Why the breed needs consistent handling from week one, and what good training actually looks like.
Daily minimums, mental work, and the dog sports the breed was built to excel at.
Hip and elbow dysplasia, eye conditions, epilepsy, lifespan, and questions to ask a breeder.
What the short double coat actually needs, and the household habits that make life easier.