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Keeshond breed information and pictures
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The Keeshond is part of the Nonsporting group. The Keeshond is a dog with Above Average problem solving abilities. The trainability of the Keeshond is Above Average. It was breed to be good for Family Pet, Rodent Catcher, Watch Dog The Keeshond lifestyle is Adapts well to indoor or outdoor living - prefers cool climates
Genetically Keeshonds are prone to epilepsy, they are also prone to skin problems heart disease and may become overweight easily if overfed. It is important that when contacting a Keeshond breeder that you express health concern issues and ask the breeder what they are doing in order to help mimimize them.
Please don't purchase your Keeshond from a petstore which commonly are known to support Keeshond puppy mills. Doing so only promotes inproper breeding ethics and promotes current Keeshond health issues. The AKC, UKC, CKC, SKC, WWKC, FIC registries recognize the Keeshond breed standard.
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Keeshond |
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Group:
Nonsporting |
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Shoulder Height:
18.00 in - 18.00 in |
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Weight:
55-66 pounds |
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Exercise req'd:
Medium amount |
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Intelligence:
Above Average |
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Suitability for kids:
Excellent |
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Registries:
AKC, UKC, CKC, SKC, WWKC, FIC |
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Country of Origin:
Netherlands - Originated as a member of the .
Character:
This dog is an eager learner, upbeat, watchful, and loyal.
Temperment:
They need to be introduced to cats at a young age. They get along fine with children, and will bark at strangers.
Coat:
Can be grey, black, brown, or white. The undercoat is thick with longer covering hair.
Care
When shedding, the Keeshond needs to be brushed and combed regularly. Otherwise, combing should be kept to a minimum.
Colour:
Wolf grey, lighter shadings on head and undersides
Comments:
Purposes:
Family Pet, Rodent Catcher, Watch Dog
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