The Canine Field Guide
FriendlyLivelyOutgoing

Non-Sporting Group — Origin: Netherlands

Keeshond

A medium-sized non-sporting-group dog known for being friendly and lively.

Size
Medium
Weight
1620 kg
Lifespan
1215 yrs
Strength
8
Stamina
4
Trainability
8
Friendliness
7

At a mid-life age of 13.5 years, this breed is roughly

75.8 human years old

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What it eats

  • Balanced dry kibble with lean protein
  • Two meals a day portioned to activity level
  • Fish oil supplement for coat health

What it does

  • Daily walks and yard play
  • Fetch in short bursts
  • Casual obedience games

Habitat

Does best with a yard or frequent walks; comfortable in suburban homes with space to move.

Daily exercise needs

Bred with a outgoing streak, this breed keeps its condition with moderate daily exertion.

Moderate exertion~68 min/day

Field note

Hailing from Netherlands, the Keeshond has been recognized as part of the Non-Sporting group for generations of purposeful breeding.

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