Hmm...Clever....

- some of them are good learners and enjoy working, which helps. I would not call the collie clever, but the Gundog is too much so for her own good, and Zeff (the CsVx) could be if he could be bothered, when it comes to something he wants he can work it out, but the rest of the time it is just too much like hard work!!
As to his ears - I don't really mind, I had not intended to get him, and certainly had formulated no plans as to what he would look like when he was 'grown up'! They also match his legs, which are also a bit long for his body!!
Thanks - I don't know about the 'good trainer' bit, but I do just about scrape a living by it.
Yes - I am female, and I don;t think you need another adjective - My dogs are very loved!
Thank you all.