had a silver and greyish/black one about 35 yrs ago, Aja (asia)
very pretty, temperment was great. loved kitties, was raised with one and a shepard.
she would stamp her front paws when she wanted one. PULLED ALOT on her leash.
would talk alot to you. a mush and would sleep in bed with you. a great watch dog.
this was a purebreed.
about 23 yrs ago, had a huskey/terrier/shepard mix. a mush with my son who was 2 and a great watch dog. if a stranger walked past the house, he'd (gadget) would bark like crazy.
I think it's how you raise the dog too. good luck