German Spitz vs Keeshond Comparison – Which dog is better Deutscher Spitz or Chien Loup?

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Name	German Spitz	Keeshond
Origins	Germany	Germany Netherlands
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Group	Companion Dogs	Sled Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Deutscher Spitz	Chien Loup Deutscher Wolfsspitz Kees Smiling Dutchman Wolfsspitz Dutch Barge Dog Barge Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Spitz vs Keeshond breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

German Spitz vs Keeshond Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, German Spitz or Keeshond? Is the German Spitz bigger than the Keeshond breed? Is a German Spitz smaller than a Keeshond?	Small Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, German Spitz or Keeshond? German Spitz vs Keeshond weight comparison:	Male: 24-33 pounds (11-15 kg), Female: 18-27 pounds (8-12 kg)	35-45 pounds (15-20 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 28.5 pounds (13 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)	40 pounds (17.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Spitz or Keeshond? Is a German Spitz taller than a Keeshond?	Male: 19-23 inches (48-58 cm), Female: 15-19 inches (38-48 cm)	Male: 17-19 inches (44-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (40-46 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 21 inches (53 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)	Male: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)

German Spitz vs Keeshond Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, German Spitz or Keeshond? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between German Spitz and Keeshond?	$800-$1000	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, German Spitz or Keeshond?	Average: The German Spitz is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Keeshond is quite easy to get.

German Spitz vs Keeshond Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a German Spitz or Keeshond smarter? Which is best? German Spitz vs Keeshond intelligence:	Very smart: German Spitz is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Very smart: Keeshond is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability German Spitz vs Keeshond trainability comparison. What's the difference between German Spitz vs Keeshond?	German Spitz dogs are easy to train. See more.	Keeshond 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: German Spitz or Keeshond?	German Spitz dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Keeshond dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog German Spitz or Keeshond? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	German Spitz dogs are average defenders. See more.	Keeshond dogs are average defenders. See more.
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German Spitz vs Keeshond Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Spitz or Keeshond? German Spitz vs Keeshond behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Devoted Lively Attentive Trainable	Playful Agile Intelligent Obedient Quick Bright Sturdy
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between German Spitz vs Keeshond?	Sensitive: German Spitz dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Keeshond dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: German Spitz vs Keeshond?	Average: German Spitz dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Keeshond dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs German Spitz vs Keeshond social needs comparison:	German Spitz dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Keeshond dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between German Spitz vs Keeshond?	German Spitz dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Keeshond dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between German Spitz vs Keeshond? Which can be better for hunting?	German Spitz dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

German Spitz vs Keeshond Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness German Spitz vs Keeshond playfulness comparison:	The German Spitz is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Keeshonds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: German Spitz vs Keeshond?	Average to High: The German Spitz is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: Keeshond 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 German Spitz or Keeshond?	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 German Spitz indoors.	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.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

German Spitz vs Keeshond Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: German Spitz dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Keeshond dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: German Spitz or Keeshond?	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.

German Spitz vs Keeshond Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: German Spitz or Keeshond?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 German Spitz bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Keeshond bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a German Spitz more dangerous than a Keeshond?	Low 🔽 The German Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Keeshond has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? German Spitz vs Keeshond mouthiness comparison:	German Spitz 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.

German Spitz vs Keeshond Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues German Spitz vs Keeshond health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Spitz vs Keeshond?	German Spitzs are commonly healthy dogs.	The Keeshond is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Spitz vs Keeshond? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Spitz vs Keeshond health problems comparison:	Luxating Patella Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Dental Problems	Hip Dysplasia Heart Problems Skin Diseases Kneecap dislocations
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: German Spitz vs Keeshond?	Rare The German Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Keeshond should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy German Spitz vs Keeshond lifespan comparison. How long do German Spitz and Keeshond breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the German Spitz and Keeshond?	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Spitz: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Keeshond: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Spitz vs Keeshond?	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.

German Spitz vs Keeshond Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a German Spitz or Keeshond? German Spitz vs Keeshond energy level comparison:	German Spitz dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Keeshond dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need German Spitz vs Keeshond exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Spitz or Keeshond? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	German Spitz dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Keeshond dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: German Spitz or Keeshond?	German Spitz dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Keeshond dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

German Spitz vs Keeshond Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: German Spitz or Keeshond? Does the German Spitz breed eat more than the Keeshond breed?	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 2.5 cup 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? German Spitz vs Keeshond weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The German Spitz has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Keeshond's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

German Spitz vs Keeshond Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? German Spitz vs Keeshond coat comparison:	Dense Straight	Fluffy Dense
Colors What are the original German Spitz and Keeshond color? German Spitz vs Keeshond color comparison:	Black White Orange Tricolor	Black Gray Cream Silver
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, German Spitz or Keeshond? German Spitz vs Keeshond grooming comparison:	Advanced: The German Spitz requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Keeshond requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more German Spitz or Keeshond? Do German Spitz dogs shed more than Keeshond dogs?	German Spitz dogs shed above average. See more.	Keeshond dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: German Spitz or Keeshond?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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 German Spitz vs Keeshond hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, German Spitz or Keeshond?	Medium ⏺ The German Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Keeshond has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between German Spitz vs Keeshond?	The German Spitz 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.

German Spitz vs Keeshond Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	German Spitz dogs are generally with other pets.	Keeshond dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly German Spitz or Keeshond? Which dog is more friendly?	German Spitz dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Keeshond dogs are very 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 German Spitz or Keeshond?	German Spitz dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Keeshond dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly German Spitz or Keeshond?	German Spitz dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Keeshond dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly German Spitz or Keeshond? Can a German Spitz and a Keeshond be friends? Do German Spitz dogs get along with Keeshond dogs?	German Spitz dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Keeshond dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: German Spitz vs Keeshond?	Yes German Spitz 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.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No German Spitz is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Keeshond is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	German Spitzs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Keeshonds are usually recommended for elderly people.

German Spitz vs Keeshond 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.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: German Spitz or Keeshond? 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.
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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.
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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: German Spitz vs Keeshond?	Not really German Spitz breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Keeshond 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.
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.

German Spitz vs Keeshond Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can German Spitz and Keeshond have? German Spitz vs Keeshond litter size comparison:	2-4 puppies	3-8 puppies
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German Spitz vs Keeshond Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the 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 European Spitz section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service	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.

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Dean J. Parker
Feb 15, 2021, 11:55:40 PM:
You compared the wronge Dog to the Keeshond. It should have been the Wolf Spitz.
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Oct 9, 2021, 9:25:35 AM:
Keeshond Best better than wolf spitz :)