Article From SubmitYOURArticle.com: Keeshond Dog Breed Description, History, Grooming, Health Issues and Living Conditions

Description: The Keeshond is a member of the
Spitz group. This dog is 17 to 18 inches, in
height and 35 to 45 pounds in weight. This dog
has a stocky build, with a wedge shaped head,
small but pointed ears and a medium length
muzzle, in proportion to the rest of the body.
The Keeshond tail is tightly curled and should be
carried high. With good straight legs and catlike
feet that are solid and well rounded. This breed
has a dense double coat with a very thick ruff
around the neck this is more pronounced in the
male of the breed. This breed has a long straight
and harsh outer coat. The colours are steel or
grey with black tips. The undercoat being cream
and pale grey this is soft. The Keeshond coat
stands away from the main body, which exaggerates
the ruff neck. This breed has a very expressive
face.

History: The Keeshond breed has Arctic origins,
and was known as "a dog of the people" as it was
a symbol of the rebellions, against the house of
Orange, in the 18th century. This breed, as we
know it today, came from the Netherlands. It is
known to be part of the German spitz family. It
was first seen at the 1899 club the German spitz.
And the German standards were revised in 1901,
and it went on to be recognized by the British
kennel club in 1915 then in standards set in
1926. The Keeshond was recognized by the club and
given its present-day name. Thanks to a man
called Carl Hinderer, visiting the AKC. The breed
was registered in 1930, he had work hard for this
recognition and even had all the German standards
translated for the AKC. This dog has been known
to be a guard dog and watchdog on river boats and
barges, but mostly it has been known for being a
companion.

Temperaments: The Keeshond is an excellent
companion, which is filled with energy and has
great intelligence. They are also great with
children and are outgoing and friendly. This is a
breed of dog that can be trained to perform
tricks, and is quick to learn. The best way to
train this dog is by using gentle but firm
leadership. Socialising them well as a puppy
helps to avoid any trouble later in life such as
being timid. This dog is a very keen barker so
it's important to teach them when to stop
barking. This dog is an excellent watchdog and
will warn you have the slightest change. A
Keeshond needs daily exercise, both physical and
mental, as it's intelligent and has energy to
burn. The Keeshond needs you to be the pack
leader, remaining firm, and consistent.

Health issues: The Keeshond can have hip
dysplasia, heart problems and skin problems.
Trick knee can happen with very demanding
exercise. This dog can get overweight and so
watching of their portion size is needed .
Grooming: This breed grooming is easier than the
coat looks. Daily brushing is needed against the
grain first then lay it back into place. Bath
only when really needed, as any more will strip
the fur of its natural look. This is a heavy
shedder but only twice a year in spring and
autumn.

Living conditions: The Keeshond is fine in an
apartment but will need to have daily exercise to
lose all the energy this breed has.

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