Keeshond vs Border Collie Cocker Comparison – Which dog is better Chien Loup or Border Collie Cocker?

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Name	Keeshond	Border Collie Cocker
Origins	Germany Netherlands	England Scotland Wales
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Keeshond and Border Collie Cocker. What other names are these breeds known by?	Chien Loup Deutscher Wolfsspitz Kees Smiling Dutchman Wolfsspitz Dutch Barge Dog Barge Dog	No data available
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Keeshond and a Border Collie Cocker. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Cross Breed

Keeshond vs Border Collie Cocker Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Keeshond or a Border Collie Cocker? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Large Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Keeshond and a Border Collie Cocker. Which breed is heavier?	35-45 pounds (15-20 kg)	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	40 pounds (17.5 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Keeshond or Border Collie Cocker? Is a Keeshond taller than a Border Collie Cocker?	Male: 17-19 inches (44-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (40-46 cm)	Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)	Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)

Keeshond vs Border Collie Cocker Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Keeshond and a Border Collie Cocker. Which breed costs more?	$800-$1000	$900-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Keeshond or Border Collie Cocker?	Very frequent: The Keeshond is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Border Collie Cocker is quite easy to get.

Keeshond vs Border Collie Cocker Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Keeshond or a Border Collie Cocker? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Very smart: Keeshond is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: Border Collie Cocker is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Keeshond or a Border Collie Cocker? Compare training requirements.	Keeshond dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Border Collie Cocker dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Keeshond or a Border Collie Cocker? Compare alertness levels.	Keeshond dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Border Collie Cocker dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Keeshond or a Border Collie Cocker? Compare territorial behaviors.	Keeshond dogs are average defenders. See more.	Border Collie Cocker dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Keeshond vs Border Collie Cocker Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Keeshond and a Border Collie Cocker. How do their temperaments differ?	Playful Agile Intelligent Obedient Quick Bright Sturdy	Playful Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Tenacious Trainable Quiet Faithful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Keeshond vs Border Collie Cocker?	Sensitive: Keeshond dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Border Collie Cocker 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: Keeshond vs Border Collie Cocker?	High: Keeshond dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Border Collie Cocker dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Keeshond vs Border Collie Cocker social needs comparison:	Keeshond dogs are a social breed. See more.	Border Collie Cocker dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Keeshond vs Border Collie Cocker?	Keeshond dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Border Collie Cocker is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Keeshond vs Border Collie Cocker? Which can be better for hunting?	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.	Border Collie Cocker 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

Keeshond vs Border Collie Cocker Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Keeshond or a Border Collie Cocker? Compare vocalization tendencies.	A lot: Keeshond is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Border Collie Cocker barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Keeshond or a Border Collie Cocker? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Keeshonds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Border Collie Cocker is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Keeshond or a Border Collie Cocker? Compare living space needs.	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.	Apartment-friendly dog the Border Collie Cocker breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Keeshond vs Border Collie Cocker Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Keeshond or a Border Collie Cocker? Compare adaptability levels.	Keeshond dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Border Collie Cocker dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Keeshond or Border Collie Cocker?	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.	Border Collie Cocker dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Keeshond vs Border Collie Cocker Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Keeshond or a Border Collie Cocker? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Keeshond has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Border Collie Cocker has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Keeshond or a Border Collie Cocker? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Keeshond dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Border Collie Cocker dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Keeshond or a Border Collie Cocker? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Keeshond bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Border Collie Cocker bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Keeshond vs Border Collie Cocker Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Keeshond or a Border Collie Cocker? Compare average lifespans.	12-14 years The average lifespan of Keeshond: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Collie Cocker: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Keeshond or a Border Collie Cocker? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers cold weather The Keeshond can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Border Collie Cocker can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Keeshond and a Border Collie Cocker. Which breed is healthier?	The Keeshond is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Border Collie Cocker is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Keeshond vs Border Collie Cocker?	Average The Keeshond should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Border Collie Cocker should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Keeshond vs Border Collie Cocker? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Keeshond vs Border Collie Cocker health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Heart Problems Skin Diseases Kneecap dislocations	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Collie Eye Anomaly Osteochondrosis Dissecans Renal Failure

Keeshond vs Border Collie Cocker Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Keeshond or a Border Collie Cocker? Compare activity levels.	Keeshond dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Border Collie Cocker dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Keeshond vs Border Collie Cocker exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Keeshond or Border Collie Cocker? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Keeshond dogs exercise need is minimal.	Border Collie Cocker dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Keeshond or Border Collie Cocker?	Keeshond dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Border Collie Cocker dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Keeshond vs Border Collie Cocker Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Keeshond or a Border Collie Cocker? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Keeshond's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Border Collie Cocker's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Keeshond or a Border Collie Cocker? Compare daily food needs.	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Keeshond vs Border Collie Cocker Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Keeshond or a Border Collie Cocker? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Keeshond and Border Collie Cocker? Compare breed colors.	Black Gray Cream Silver	Black Tan Red Blue Sable Brindle Golden Liver Lilac Gold Seal Roan White & Red Slate Sable Merle Black & White Tricolor Blue merle Blue merle-tricolor Slate merle Red merle Saddleback Sable White & Blue White & Blue Merle White & Red Merle White Ticked White & Gold White & Sable White & Seal
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Keeshond or a Border Collie Cocker? Compare maintenance needs.	Advanced: The Keeshond requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Border Collie Cocker requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Keeshond or a Border Collie Cocker? Compare drooling amounts.	The Keeshond is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Border Collie Cocker is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Keeshond or a Border Collie Cocker? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Keeshond has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Border Collie Cocker has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Keeshond and a Border Collie Cocker? Compare fur types.	Fluffy Dense	Dense Feathered Straight Short Moderately Long
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Keeshond or a Border Collie Cocker? Compare bathing frequencies.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Keeshond or Border Collie Cocker? Do Keeshond dogs shed more than Border Collie Cocker dogs?	Keeshond dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Border Collie Cocker dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Keeshond vs Border Collie Cocker Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Keeshond or a Border Collie Cocker? Compare kid-friendliness.	Keeshond dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Border Collie Cocker dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Keeshond dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Border Collie Cocker dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Keeshond or Border Collie Cocker? Which dog is more friendly?	Keeshond dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Border Collie Cocker dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Keeshond or Border Collie Cocker?	Keeshond dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Border Collie Cocker dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Keeshond or Border Collie Cocker? Can a Keeshond and a Border Collie Cocker be friends? Do Keeshond dogs get along with Border Collie Cocker dogs?	Keeshond dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Border Collie Cocker dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Keeshond vs Border Collie Cocker?	Yes Keeshond dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Border Collie Cocker dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Keeshond is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Border Collie Cocker is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Keeshonds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Border Collie Cockers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Keeshond vs Border Collie Cocker As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Keeshond or a Border Collie Cocker? Compare service capabilities.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Keeshond or a Border Collie Cocker? Compare therapy capabilities.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Keeshond or a Border Collie Cocker? Compare scenting abilities.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Keeshond or a Border Collie Cocker? Compare SAR abilities.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Keeshond or a Border Collie Cocker? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Keeshond breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Border Collie Cocker breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Keeshond or a Border Collie Cocker? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Keeshond and Border Collie Cocker. Which has stronger military background?	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.

Keeshond vs Border Collie Cocker Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Keeshond and Border Collie Cocker. Which has larger litters?	3-8 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Keeshond and Border Collie Cocker breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Keeshond and Border Collie Cocker. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Keeshond vs Border Collie Cocker Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Keeshond and Border Collie Cocker. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Keeshond and Border Collie Cocker. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Keeshond and Border Collie Cocker. Which is more widely recognized?	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.	No data available

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