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14 Amazing Facts About The Keeshond

Published: Jul 3, 2019 by Alka Polischuk · This post may contain affiliate links

While we all know that Keeshonds make excellent watchdogs, there's more to them that you probably didn't know yet and will surely blow your mind.

In this article, we will share 14 amazing facts about Keeshond.

#1 Keeshond is a fun-loving, outgoing, happy dog who smiles most of the time
an adult and puppy Keeshond sitting on the floor with a samoyed dog while showing their begging faces
#2 Keeshond hails from the Netherlands where he was named after the national hero
A Keeshond and a samoyed dog happily running at the park
#3 The Keeshond, also known as the “Keeshonden”, “The Smiling Dutchman”, or “Dutch Barge Dog”
A Keeshond lying next to the woman sitting on the floor with a Keeshond puppy on her lap
#4 He is a proud member of the Spitz family
A Keeshond waiting by the door
#5 He also served as a very effective watchdog in and around the barges
A Keeshond sitting on the grass under the sun
#6 His closest relatives are thought to be the Samoyed, Siberian Husky, Finnish Spitz, Chow Chow, Pomeranians, and Norwegian Elkhound
A Keeshond walking at the park next to a samoyed dog
#7 The Kees is a medium size dog although his long, fluffy hair
happy face of a Keeshond
#8 His eyes are dark brown and medium in size
A Keeshond puppy sitting on the pavement with its sad face
#9 The coat coloring of the Kees is a mix of gray, black, and cream
three Keeshonds outside the house while smiling
#10 The Keeshond is said by many to be one of the most beautiful breeds in the world
A Keeshond standing in front of the white door in a yellow house
#11 A good brushing every day or two keeps his coat shedding down
A Keeshond standing inside the bathtub with its tongue sticking out
#12 Brush his teeth at least once a week with a good quality doggie toothpaste and toothbrush
A Keeshond puppy standing behind the wood fence in the field
#13 He’s also sturdy, agile, and athletic
A Keeshond standing in the garden
#14 He loves to be involved in physical activities and outings so, don’t deny him

A Keeshond puppy lying on the floor while hugging its snake stuffed toy

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