| The Keeshond dog breed originated in the | | | | affectionate, friendly and playful. |
| Arctic around the 18th century. They are part | | | | |
| of the Spitz family dog breed. You will find | | | | They are also very social dogs with other |
| that they are wonderful family pets with a | | | | dogs. |
| compact, muscular body type that offers | | | | |
| companionship to all. They are most often | | | | You should not be surprised to learn that |
| used for watchdogs or show dogs depending on | | | | they make wonderful companions for children |
| the owner. | | | | as well as for those who need therapy dogs. |
| | | | They tend to be very empathetic towards those |
| Physical Characteristics: | | | | who need extra affection. |
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| Male- 45 pounds and 17-19 inches in height | | | | Mentioned previously is their abilities as |
| | | | watchdogs. They have a loud, warning bark to |
| Female- 35 pounds and 16- 18 inches in height | | | | alert you of problems whether it is predators |
| | | | or trouble. Despite being a wonderful |
| The Keeshond dog has a mix of furs from grey, | | | | watchdog they don't tend to be aggressive. |
| black and cream. They have two coats- the | | | | Their personality and physical |
| undercoat and the outer coat, which is | | | | characteristics help a great deal when you |
| generally black in color. You will also find | | | | are training them. They can be a little |
| their muzzle, ears, and tail are black. | | | | difficult, however they are obedient and |
| | | | agile. With their temperament being playful |
| The coat provides them with the warmth they | | | | they tend to be a little mischievous and wish |
| have needed to survive in the arctic with a | | | | to have their own routine. Training them |
| long, straight, harsh top- coat, and a soft, | | | | takes a firm, but caring hand. Being fair, |
| downy under coat. The neck, shoulders and | | | | having structure, and being consistent are |
| chest have some of the thickest parts of | | | | the best methods for training you will find |
| their coat to protect the more sensitive | | | | for the Keeshond dog. Repetition is not their |
| areas. They tend to shed their coat twice a | | | | favorite activity. |
| year based on the climate and temperature | | | | |
| changes. | | | | While the Keeshond dog breed does make a |
| | | | wonderful pet their care can be burdensome. |
| Personality: | | | | They tend to suffer from hip dysplasia, |
| | | | slipped stifles, hypothyroidism, and |
| The Keeshond breed of dog is one of the most | | | | epilepsy. For general care you will find they |
| interesting with the dog species. They are | | | | are in need of daily brushing to avoid |
| extremely extroverted. You will find that | | | | matting and tangles in their beautiful coats |
| they can curl their lip into a smile and will | | | | and that they often groom themselves. You |
| do so for people they love. | | | | don't want to give them too many baths; in |
| | | | fact every once in a great while is good to |
| The Keeshond is also on of the most | | | | avoid causing skin irritation. They don't do |
| intelligent dogs. | | | | well in hot climates due to their thick |
| | | | coats. |
| Around other people you will find them | | | | |