Ramanth-
They are very intelligent if you exspose them to new surroundings, bright colours, and toys when they are young.

I'm not sure what it is about D Hamps, but some of them are just born mean! My friend had an albino one that would run over to bite you when you went to change the food or water.

As for Maximus I'm sure he and Edmund are happy romping around on the other side of the rainbow bridge!

Cheers,
L