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Name	Boykin Spaniel	Keeshond	Icelandic Sheepdog
Origins	United States	Germany Netherlands	Iceland
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Group	Gun Dog	Sled Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Swamp Poodle Boykin	Chien Loup Deutscher Wolfsspitz Kees Smiling Dutchman Wolfsspitz Dutch Barge Dog Barge Dog	Canis Islandicus Friaar Dog Iceland Dog Islandsk Farehond Islenskur Fjarhundur Icelandic Spitz
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Boykin Spaniel vs Keeshond vs Icelandic Sheepdog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Boykin Spaniel vs Keeshond vs Icelandic Sheepdog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Boykin Spaniel or Keeshond or Icelandic Sheepdog? Which is the smallest dog, Boykin Spaniel or Keeshond or Icelandic Sheepdog?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Boykin Spaniel or Keeshond or Keeshond? Boykin Spaniel vs Keeshond vs Icelandic Sheepdog weight comparison:	25-40 pounds (11-18 kg)	35-45 pounds (15-20 kg)	20-30 pounds (9-14 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	32.5 pounds (14.5 kg)	40 pounds (17.5 kg)	25 pounds (11.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Boykin Spaniel or Keeshond or Icelandic Sheepdog? Boykin Spaniel vs Keeshond vs Icelandic Sheepdog height comparison:	15-18 inches (38-46 cm)	Male: 17-19 inches (44-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (40-46 cm)	12-16 inches (31-41 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	16.5 inches (42 cm)	Male: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)	14 inches (36 cm)

Boykin Spaniel vs Keeshond vs Icelandic Sheepdog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Boykin Spaniel or Keeshond or Icelandic Sheepdog? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$800-$1000	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Boykin Spaniel or Keeshond or Icelandic Sheepdog?	Very frequent: The Boykin Spaniel is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Keeshond is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Icelandic Sheepdog is easier than average to get.

Boykin Spaniel vs Keeshond vs Icelandic Sheepdog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Boykin Spaniel vs Keeshond vs Icelandic Sheepdog intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Very smart: Keeshond is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Boykin Spaniel vs Keeshond vs Icelandic Sheepdog trainability comparison.	Boykin Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.	Keeshond dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Boykin Spaniel or Keeshond or Icelandic Sheepdog?	Boykin Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Keeshond dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Boykin Spaniel or Keeshond or Icelandic Sheepdog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Boykin Spaniel dogs are average defenders. See more.	Keeshond dogs are average defenders. See more.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Boykin Spaniel vs Keeshond vs Icelandic Sheepdog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Boykin Spaniel or Keeshond or Icelandic Sheepdog? Boykin Spaniel vs Keeshond vs Icelandic Sheepdog behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Intelligent Friendly Trainable Eager Companionable	Playful Agile Intelligent Obedient Quick Bright Sturdy	Agile Energetic Alert Inquisitive Cheerful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Keeshond dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Boykin Spaniel vs Keeshond vs Icelandic Sheepdog?	High: Boykin Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Keeshond dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Boykin Spaniel vs Keeshond vs Icelandic Sheepdog social needs comparison:	Boykin Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Keeshond dogs are a social breed. See more.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Boykin Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Keeshond dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Icelandic Sheepdog is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Boykin Spaniel dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Keeshond dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Boykin Spaniel vs Keeshond vs Icelandic Sheepdog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Boykin Spaniel vs Keeshond vs Icelandic Sheepdog playfulness comparison:	Average: Boykin Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Keeshonds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Icelandic Sheepdog is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Boykin Spaniel vs Keeshond vs Icelandic Sheepdog?	Average: The Boykin Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Keeshond is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Icelandic Sheepdog is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Boykin Spaniel or Keeshond or Icelandic Sheepdog?	Very house-friendly dog the Boykin Spaniel breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Keeshond indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Icelandic Sheepdog breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Boykin Spaniel vs Keeshond vs Icelandic Sheepdog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Boykin Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Keeshond dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Boykin Spaniel or Keeshond or Icelandic Sheepdog?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Keeshond dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Boykin Spaniel vs Keeshond vs Icelandic Sheepdog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Boykin Spaniel or Keeshond or Icelandic Sheepdog?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Boykin Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Keeshond bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Icelandic Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Boykin Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Keeshond has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Icelandic Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Boykin Spaniel vs Keeshond vs Icelandic Sheepdog mouthiness comparison:	Boykin Spaniel dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Keeshond dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Boykin Spaniel vs Keeshond vs Icelandic Sheepdog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Boykin Spaniel vs Keeshond vs Icelandic Sheepdog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Boykin Spaniel vs Keeshond vs Icelandic Sheepdog?	The Boykin Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Keeshond is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Icelandic Sheepdogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Boykin Spaniel vs Keeshond vs Icelandic Sheepdog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Boykin Spaniel vs Keeshond vs Icelandic Sheepdog health problems comparison:	Hypothyroidism Heart Problems Elbow Dysplasia Heart Disease Cushing's Syndrome	Hip Dysplasia Heart Problems Skin Diseases Kneecap dislocations	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Eye Problems
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Boykin Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Keeshond should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Icelandic Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Boykin Spaniel vs Keeshond vs Icelandic Sheepdog lifespan comparison. How long do Boykin Spaniel, Keeshond and Icelandic Sheepdog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Boykin Spaniel: 15 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Keeshond: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Icelandic Sheepdog: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Boykin Spaniel vs Keeshond vs Icelandic Sheepdog?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Keeshond can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Icelandic Sheepdog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Boykin Spaniel vs Keeshond vs Icelandic Sheepdog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Boykin Spaniel or Keeshond or Icelandic Sheepdog? Boykin Spaniel vs Keeshond vs Icelandic Sheepdog energy level comparison:	Boykin Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.	Keeshond dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Boykin Spaniel vs Keeshond vs Icelandic Sheepdog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Boykin Spaniel or Keeshond or Icelandic Sheepdog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Boykin Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.	Keeshond dogs exercise need is minimal.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Boykin Spaniel or Keeshond or Icelandic Sheepdog?	Boykin Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.	Keeshond dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Boykin Spaniel vs Keeshond vs Icelandic Sheepdog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Boykin Spaniel or Keeshond or Icelandic Sheepdog?	2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Boykin Spaniel vs Keeshond vs Icelandic Sheepdog weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boykin Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Keeshond's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Icelandic Sheepdog has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Boykin Spaniel vs Keeshond vs Icelandic Sheepdog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Boykin Spaniel vs Keeshond vs Icelandic Sheepdog coat comparison:	Feathered	Fluffy Dense	Dense Soft Wavy Thick Straight
Colors What are the original Boykin Spaniel, Keeshond and Icelandic Sheepdog color?	Brown	Black Gray Cream Silver	Black Gray Red Cream White Fawn Chocolate Gold
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Boykin Spaniel or Keeshond or Icelandic Sheepdog? Boykin Spaniel vs Keeshond vs Icelandic Sheepdog grooming comparison:	Average: The Boykin Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Keeshond requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Icelandic Sheepdog requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Boykin Spaniel or Keeshond or Icelandic Sheepdog? Boykin Spaniel or Keeshond or {name3 shedding:	Boykin Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.	Keeshond dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Boykin Spaniel or Keeshond or Icelandic Sheepdog?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Boykin Spaniel vs Keeshond vs Icelandic Sheepdog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Boykin Spaniel vs Keeshond vs Icelandic Sheepdog?	Medium ⏺ The Boykin Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Keeshond has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Icelandic Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Boykin Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Keeshond is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Icelandic Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Boykin Spaniel vs Keeshond vs Icelandic Sheepdog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Boykin Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.	Keeshond dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Boykin Spaniel or Keeshond or Icelandic Sheepdog? Which dog is more friendly?	Boykin Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Keeshond dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Boykin Spaniel or Keeshond or Icelandic Sheepdog?	Boykin Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Keeshond dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Boykin Spaniel or Keeshond or Icelandic Sheepdog?	Boykin Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Keeshond dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Boykin Spaniel or Keeshond or Icelandic Sheepdog?	Boykin Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Keeshond dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Boykin Spaniel vs Keeshond vs Icelandic Sheepdog?	Yes Boykin Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Keeshond dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Boykin Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Keeshond is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Icelandic Sheepdog is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Boykin Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.	Keeshonds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Icelandic Sheepdogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Boykin Spaniel vs Keeshond vs Icelandic Sheepdog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Boykin Spaniel or Keeshond or Icelandic Sheepdog? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Boykin Spaniel vs Keeshond vs Icelandic Sheepdog?	Yes Boykin Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Keeshond breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Icelandic Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Boykin Spaniel vs Keeshond vs Icelandic Sheepdog Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Boykin Spaniel and Keeshond and Icelandic Sheepdog have?	5-7 puppies	3-8 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Boykin Spaniel vs Keeshond vs Icelandic Sheepdog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club American Pet Registry, Inc.	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc.

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