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Name	Keeshond	German Spitz	Schipperke
Origins	Germany Netherlands	Germany	Belgium
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Group	Sled Dogs	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
Popularity Rank	87	344	110
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Chien Loup Deutscher Wolfsspitz Kees Smiling Dutchman Wolfsspitz Dutch Barge Dog Barge Dog	Deutscher Spitz	Spits Spitske Spitzke
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Keeshond vs German Spitz vs Schipperke breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Keeshond vs German Spitz vs Schipperke Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Keeshond or German Spitz or Schipperke? Which is the smallest dog, Keeshond or German Spitz or Schipperke?	Medium	Small Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Keeshond or German Spitz or German Spitz? Keeshond vs German Spitz vs Schipperke weight comparison:	35-45 pounds (15-20 kg)	Male: 24-33 pounds (11-15 kg), Female: 18-27 pounds (8-12 kg)	12-18 pounds (5.5-8 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	40 pounds (17.5 kg)	Male: 28.5 pounds (13 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)	15 pounds (5.6.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Keeshond or German Spitz or Schipperke? Keeshond vs German Spitz vs Schipperke height comparison:	Male: 17-19 inches (44-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (40-46 cm)	Male: 19-23 inches (48-58 cm), Female: 15-19 inches (38-48 cm)	10-13 inches (21-33 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)	Male: 21 inches (53 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)	11.5 inches (27 cm)

Keeshond vs German Spitz vs Schipperke Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Keeshond or German Spitz or Schipperke? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$800-$1000	$600-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Keeshond or German Spitz or Schipperke?	Very frequent: The Keeshond is quite easy to get.	Average: The German Spitz is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The Schipperke is easier than average to get.

Keeshond vs German Spitz vs Schipperke Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Keeshond or German Spitz or Schipperke? Keeshond vs German Spitz vs Schipperke behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Agile Intelligent Obedient Quick Bright Sturdy	Independent Devoted Lively Attentive Trainable	Curious Independent Agile Intelligent Confident Fearless Faithful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Keeshond dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: German Spitz dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Keeshond vs German Spitz vs Schipperke?	High: Keeshond dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: German Spitz dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: Schipperke dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Keeshond vs German Spitz vs Schipperke social needs comparison:	Keeshond dogs are a social breed. See more.	German Spitz dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Schipperke dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Keeshond dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	German Spitz dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Schipperke dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? 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.	German Spitz dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Schipperke dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Keeshond vs German Spitz vs Schipperke Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Keeshond vs German Spitz vs Schipperke playfulness comparison:	Average: Keeshonds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The German Spitz is a playful breed. See more.	The Schipperke is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Keeshond vs German Spitz vs Schipperke?	A lot: Keeshond is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average to High: The German Spitz is a vocal breed. See more.	Low: The Schipperke barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Keeshond or German Spitz or Schipperke?	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 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 recommended to keep the Schipperke breed in the home.
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Keeshond vs German Spitz vs Schipperke Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Keeshond dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: German Spitz dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Schipperke dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Keeshond or German Spitz or Schipperke?	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Keeshond vs German Spitz vs Schipperke Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Keeshond or German Spitz or Schipperke?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Keeshond bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 German Spitz bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Schipperke bite force: Weak.
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 Keeshond has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The German Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Schipperke has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Keeshond vs German Spitz vs Schipperke mouthiness comparison:	Keeshond dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	German Spitz dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Schipperke dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Keeshond vs German Spitz vs Schipperke Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Keeshond vs German Spitz vs Schipperke health comparison. Which is the healthier: Keeshond vs German Spitz vs Schipperke?	The Keeshond is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	German Spitzs are commonly healthy dogs.	The Schipperke is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Keeshond vs German Spitz vs Schipperke? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Keeshond vs German Spitz vs Schipperke health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Heart Problems Skin Diseases Kneecap dislocations	Luxating Patella Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Dental Problems	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Keeshond should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The German Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Schipperke should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Keeshond vs German Spitz vs Schipperke lifespan comparison. How long do Keeshond, German Spitz and Schipperke breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Keeshond: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Spitz: 13 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Schipperke: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Keeshond vs German Spitz vs Schipperke?	Prefers cold weather The Keeshond can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Keeshond vs German Spitz vs Schipperke Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Keeshond or German Spitz or Schipperke?	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Keeshond vs German Spitz vs Schipperke weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Keeshond's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The German Spitz has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Schipperke breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Keeshond vs German Spitz vs Schipperke Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Keeshond vs German Spitz vs Schipperke coat comparison:	Fluffy Dense	Dense Straight	Fluffy Soft Thick
Colors What are the original Keeshond, German Spitz and Schipperke color?	Black Gray Cream Silver	Black White Orange Tricolor	Black Tan Blue Cream Brown Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Keeshond or German Spitz or Schipperke? Keeshond vs German Spitz vs Schipperke grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Keeshond requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The German Spitz requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Schipperke doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Keeshond or German Spitz or Schipperke? Keeshond or German Spitz or {name3 shedding:	Keeshond dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	German Spitz dogs shed above average. See more.	Schipperke 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: Keeshond or German Spitz or Schipperke?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	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 Keeshond vs German Spitz vs Schipperke hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Keeshond vs German Spitz vs Schipperke?	Medium ⏺ The Keeshond has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Schipperke has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Keeshond is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Schipperke is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Keeshond vs German Spitz vs Schipperke Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Keeshond dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	German Spitz dogs are generally with other pets.	Schipperke dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Keeshond or German Spitz or Schipperke? Which dog is more friendly?	Keeshond dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	German Spitz dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Schipperke dogs are not the most 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 Keeshond or German Spitz or Schipperke?	Keeshond dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	German Spitz dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Schipperke dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Keeshond or German Spitz or Schipperke?	Keeshond dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	German Spitz dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Schipperke dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Keeshond or German Spitz or Schipperke?	Keeshond dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	German Spitz dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Schipperke dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Keeshond vs German Spitz vs Schipperke?	Yes Keeshond dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes German Spitz dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Schipperke 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 German Spitz is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Schipperke 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.	German Spitzs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Schipperkes are usually recommended for elderly people.

Keeshond vs German Spitz vs Schipperke 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: Keeshond or German Spitz or Schipperke? 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.
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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.	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?	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.	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: Keeshond vs German Spitz vs Schipperke?	Not really Keeshond breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Spitz breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Schipperke breed usually likes 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.

Keeshond vs German Spitz vs Schipperke 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 Keeshond and German Spitz and Schipperke have?	3-8 puppies	2-4 puppies	3-7 puppies
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Keeshond vs German Spitz vs Schipperke Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 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.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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.	Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service	No data available

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