Keeshond Dog
INTRODUCTION
The Keeshond is a medium-sized dog with a plush, two-layer coat of silver and black fur with a ruff and a curled tail. A purebred dog from the non sporting group and popularity ranking is 95. Non hypoallergenic and due to google searches thier intelligence level is high.
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HABITAT : Urban areas, including buildings, parks, and gardens
TEMPERAMENT : Bright, Playful, Agile, Quick, Obedient, Sturdy
HYPOALLERGENIC : No
BREED GROUP / TYPE : Group: Non-Sporting. Type: Purebred
SOCIAL UNIT : Family
LOCATIONS : Germany, Netherlands
STATUS / POPULATION : DATA DEFICIENT (IUCN) Not a threat category, Population, and distribution data is insufficient for assessment
MAMMALS: DOGS AND RELATIVES – CANIDAE
KEY FACTS
SCIENTIFIC CLASSIFICATION
Kingdom – Animalia
Phylum – Chordate
Class – Mammals
Order – Carnivora
Family – Canidae
Genus – Canis
Genus Species – Canis Lupus
INTERESTING FACTS
1- Although the exact origin of the keeshond is unknown, they are an old breed that was widely used in Holland as watchdogs and companions. Farmers depended on them to catch vermin and guard their farms. Because of their gentleness and loyal personality, they were never intended as hunting dogs
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CALLING NAMES / SCIENTIFIC NAME
Calling names: Keeshond Dog
Scientific name: Canis Lupus -
COLOUR VARIATIONS
Black, Black & Silver, Grey, Silver, Grey & Black, Grey Cream & Black
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COAT TYPE
Double coat
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LIFE SPAN
13 - 15 years
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APPROXIMATE SIZE : LENGTH / HEIGHT
Height: 43 - 46 cm
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TAIL
The moderately long, well-feathered tail is set on high and tightly curled over the back, lying flat and close to the body
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WEIGHT
14 - 18 kg
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BREEDING SEASON
Throughout the year
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REPRODUCTION / GESTATION PERIOD
Reproduction: One time a year
Gestation period: 63 days -
LITTER SIZE
3 - 8 puppies
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LOOK A LIKE
German Spitz
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FARM ANIMAL
No
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FOUNDED IN / DISCOVERED
18th century
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ORIGIN
Germany, Netherlands
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DISTRIBUTION
Nationwide
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OCCURRENCE
Families :
Species : -
FUEL FOR LIFE / TROPHIC LEVEL
Omnivores
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TO HUMANS
The Keeshond is a great pet for families with children. He's a playful, good-natured companion for kids of all ages
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AS A PET
Recommended
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KIDS FAVOURITE
Yes
