Keeshond Breed Info

Energy ***
Trainng ***
Watchdog *****
Grooming ***

Keeshond are originated from Holland and also known as wolf spitz, smiling Dutchman, Chien Loup
Size: max: 18 in (H) & 45 lbs (W)
Color: silver grey, cream, black
Coat: double coat with thick ruff around neck, shoulders, hind legs, chest
Personality: fun loving, friendly, intelligent, gentle
Care: grooming
Known health problem: cardiac disease, epilepsy, hip dysplasia, hypothyroidism
Group: non-sporting dogs

Good with children? yes
Good with other pets? yes

Keeshond Club

Keeshond Club Of America
www.Keeshond.org

Keeshond dog breed came from Holland and it is descended of German wolfspitz. It was used as watchdog on farms and boats in the seventeenth and eighteen centuries. "Keeshond" is the term for German Spitzes that encompass them all from the toy or dwarf (Pomeranian).

Keeshond dog has a wedge shaped head, a medium-length muzzle, small pointed ears, an expressive face, and a tightly curled tail.

This breed is known to love children and they are excellent as family dogs. They want to be close to their family whenever possible. They get along with other dogs as well.

Keeshond dogs are also known by their loud distinctive bark. They are alert dogs that warn their owners of any new visitors, but they are not aggressive towards visitors.

Keeshonds are intelligent dogs, and they sometimes invent their own activities out of boredom, such as digging and chewing. This can become a behavioral problems.

They need many activities and contact with their owner to keep them occupied. This breed is not the right choice for those who just want to leave their dog alone.

Caring Your Keeshond Dog

Keeshond dog blows its coat twice a year, it shed the undercoats completely during an intense shedding period. During this season, a Keeshond should be groomed once or twice a week to facilitate rapid removal of the dead undercoat.

Keeshon should not be clipped or shaved, because it will cause detrimental effects. The coat may grow back with a coarse texture, or muddy coloration, a tendency to mat. The coat is essential for protection against weather, insects, and fleas.

Keeshon dog does well with an active family in a city, suburban or rural home.