I have 3 dogs, two labs and a Dachshund :) They are often misunderstood by people because they are territorial. My dachshund, Dakota, barks a lot and if he doesn't know you he might bite but he is just protective! And the big dogs, Harley and Charlie, bark and since they don't know their own strength they might jump up on you... And people see this and think we are crazy and don't ever want to come near us... Once you know them they will calm down and Dakota will just lay right on your lap :) <3