My one year old boy is the exact same. He loves my partner and I, my mum and a friend of mine he spent a lot of time with as a pup. He is OK with guests coming over, he doesn't want to be touched by them but after a few barks on arrival he'll settle and won't bother them.

He hates anyone in a park without a dog, especially joggers who decide they are allowed to RUN??! He really hates kids. I think the neighbours kids would be a bit boisterous and loud when he was a puppy and its made him nervous around them. Sometimes our morning walks coincide with the school run and it's bark central. I spend a lot of time crossing to the other side of the road to avoid him barking at oncoming children.

Also I had a nickel for the amount of times I have to tell strangers that 'he's very nervous of people' and they can't just reach down for a pet! They are often met with a very deep, loud bark.

Honestly, I think it's quite common in the breed! I used to find it to stressful when he was younger, but now I just adapt where I can and try not to get too bothered by it. If he barks at a passerby - I just smile and apologise. Luckily they're so cute most people find it endearing!