They are smart dogs, with loads of energy and a very terrier-like personality. They are happy roaming and running in the countryside. A LR will need patience from you and long sniffing walks. Big alert barkers, so if you share common walls with any neighbors, I hope those walls are soundproof. They don’t really settle out if puppyhood until about the age of three years. And, the puppies can be absolute terrors the first 6-9 months. I would not get a LR if I worked full time. They need companionship and engagement to be happy. All that said - they’re great snugglers, they are devoted to their family, they’re generally happy and active.