We got this dog (at 6 weeks old) from the shelter for my daughter 1 day before I had heart by-pass surgery- since I was home for 5 months the dog bonded with me. She goes EVERYWHERE with me and is never far from my side. She is a mix of Austrian Shepherd and Pit, I think. She is very smart and devoted. Plus she is extremely WELL disciplined, but VERY SPOILED.