#4 However, he is still very popular as a companion dog and is part of many families.
#5 In doing so, he adapts to this or his master or mistress in terms of behavior. He likes to keep people who are more comfortable on the sofa as company as he can spend hours exploring the outdoors with more active people.
However, that doesn't mean he's a lap dog with no urge to exercise and is content with no walks.