I Love my Chi, Baxter to the moon and back. He's smart, lovable, and at times can try to pull the wool over your eyes. Daily routines are really important, and socializing with people, yet beware of ornery children that believe a Chi. is a play thing to be played with in rough tail pulling, Chi's hate mean kids and will snarl to defend themselves. Very alert, sees and hears things before we adults, so follow their lead when they have ears erect, & making a small bark to alert of someone coming unnoticed. Overall a bigger dog, in a small package that is wise to their surroundings, and yet once they bond to their owner, they brings so much joy and loyalty, unmatched in such a small perky body of joy!!