Hello Joan! Everyone has been very friendly and helpful, so it wasn't a hard decision at all (also, SebStan is a favorite to PB and I aim to please).
Jackson doesn't have too much experience interacting with people much younger than him, but he'll take to it pretty easily and indulge Maizie's curious nature - as well as likely join the protection squad.
The more interactions / friends, the merrier! Jackson definitely welcomes other midwest + southern natives but just about gets along with (mostly) everyone.