We used to have a Burnese Mtn Dog mix that was a great camping companion. He loved it and had impeccable camping manners, but he was a lot of "dog" in a small space. We lost him last spring. A couple months ago, hubby wandered into the SPCA and wandered back out with a part bichon/part meerkat ball of lightening that I'm not so sure about. The size is more managable, but there is nothing easy going or relaxing about him. He has no manners whatsoever and no intention of acquiring any. Frankly, I can see why he ended up at the shelter. He gets on my nerves, but hubby thinks he's the greatest thing on 4 legs, so I guess he is part of the family. He is 2 yrs old. Any chance of him calming down with time? If not he is going to spend a lot of time on Benedryl.