What's your opinion on Lassie?

Me, sure, he's annoying and it's easier to love Shawn and Gus, but he's amazing too! He's incredibly brave and stubborn, and would put his life on the line for his friends. He's usually shown being grumpy, but has a soft side too.
When he is all calm, then duty calls and he gets all serious, dedicated to catching the bad guy, (don't laugh!) it kinda turns me on! He's not the best looking, but he's cute. He's sarcastic, fun to make fun of, and in his own way, a really great person!