[VictoriaW]

Introverts here as well. And yes, I agree that the breed lends itself to people who want or need time for quiet introspection.

Gracie is friendly, outgoing, and confident, but I think she is an introvert at heart...in the sense that she recharges with time spent on her own hunting in the woods, time snuggled up with familiar loved ones, a long hike with one other dog, etc. Crowds of dogs wear her out, the way crowds of people wear me out! She can have a blast in busy places, but that's not what makes her content & happy day in and day out.

I've heard GREAT things about the book QUIET. Time to find my copy--