Keeshond dog

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Keeshond dog
By Cindy- Lovabledogs.info

Keeshond Dog

Keeshond is an affectionate, loving, and good natured, that loves to be around his human family. The  Keeshond thrive on attention and love, and enjoys getting involved in the family fun and activities. Some Keeshond can be quite demanding in terms of the affection and attention that they require, When the Keeshond goes without affection, can become bored and start barking a lot. Spirited and happy, the Keeshond is a sociable creature, and is very friendly towards just about everyone. He will bark to raise an alarm, which can make him a fairly effective watch dog, but he is too friendly to qualify as a guard dog. Known as the 'smiling Dutchman' because of the way that he bares his teeth in a cheerful, grinning fashion, this makes for a great family pet and companion. The Keeshond is fine for inexperienced owners as well as for the more experienced, but he can have a willful and independent streak - although training using positive methods should not prove too much of a problem.

The Keeshond Dog
The Keeshond comes in other names that include Keeshonden, Wolfspitz or Chien Loup. It is a medium-sized whose physical features make it look like it’s a toy wolf and a small lion combined. This huggable small has lion-like tresses in its neck, shoulders, and chest (if a male) and a face with fox-like expression. Having a double coat, its outer coat is lavish and striking in color (shades of cream and gray with black tips) and in appearance (standing away from the body as if it has just been newly washed then combed); its undercoat, short, thick, and in pale or gray colors. It has “trousers” in its legs, or its characteristic heavy coat on these areas. The Keeshond has oblique eyes in deep reddish-brown color, erect triangle-shaped ears, and medium-length plumed tail. Another Keeshond distinction is its spectacles, which give out the expression. Spectacles are actually delicate dark lines slanting from the corner of the eyes towards the ears, giving the shadings in its orbital area.

size=4>The Keeshond Skills
Originating from the Arctic, the Keeshond breed began as early as the 18th century. Then it became the symbol of the common and middle-class Dutchmen during the French Revolution. Over the years, they were used to guard canal boats thus it was called the Dutch Barge Dog.

Keeshond Personality
The  Keeshond  handsome  breed of is a family favorite, being an out-going companion and great with kids. It is lively, alert, and intelligent. As s household member, it is affectionate, friendly, and on the go for family affairs. With other pets, it is tolerable or timid (if not socialized as a pup). The Keeshond common trait is spinning in circles, which it does when delighted. In fact, this breed can be trained to perform. Aside from these, the Keeshond is also a great watchdog, for it is generous in giving warning barks.

The Keeshond Exercise Needs
The  Keeshond demands average workout. An hour-long run in an open field once a day should suffice, since it is active even when indoors.

The Keeshond Living Conditions
This house pet is fine living in an apartment that has a medium-sized yard where it can run, spin, and be lively. It should be noted that due to their thick coats, the Keeshond breed adapts well to cool climates and will be uncomfortable in hot zones.

The Keeshond Grooming Requirements
Use a stiff, bristle brush over its thick coat daily. Bathe when necessary, just as a precaution against ticks, fleas, and other potential skin problems. The Keeshond breed sheds twice a year.

The Keeshond Health Issues
The Keeshond can be susceptible to hip dysplasia and heart disease. Due to its heavy coat, it can also be prone to skin problems. In addition, it has a strong tendency to gain weight easily and should be controlled from becoming overweight.
 

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