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Keeshond

Background

The origin of the Keeshond is the Netherlands. The Keeshond (pronounced caze-hawnd) is best known as the Dutch Barge Dog, having come to prominence guarding the barges traveling up and down the canals of Holland. It took its name from Cornelis de Gyselaar, the leader of the Patriots in the Netherlands during the late 1700s, whose dog "Kees" became the political emblem of the Dutch party.

Breed Personality, Characteristics & Temperment

Keeshonds are loving, gentle and loyal dogs. They can occasionally be stubborn, but they learn quickly and make an outstanding family companion and watchdog suitable for both children and adults. As a breed, they are extremely adaptable, and instinctively clean in their personal habits.

Compatibility With Other Pets

Keeshonds get on exceptionally well with other dogs.

Care Requirements

Keeshonds have a dense, harsh, odourless coat that consists of two layers – a soft thick undercoat through which grows the longer, harsher guard hair. Both coats inhibit dirt from penetrating to the skin and so bathing is rarely needed. In hot and humid weather when most Keeshonds loll in their personal dirt dugouts, or when they are shedding, a bit of extra care and possibly a bath may be in order. Check the dog's toenails and claws regularly and carefully trim the hair on the bottom of the feet so they are flush with the pads.

Please take note:
Keeshonds can be very noisy if left alone for long periods outside, as they believe they are part of the family and want to be with you.

Conclusion

If you have decided that the Keeshond is the dog for you and you want to make it a true member of the family by including it in the majority of household activities, contact one of the groups listed below:

Breeders

State	Contact	Breeder
NSW	John and Joanne Burns and Anne	Velsen	Contact
WA	Carol Wood	Beauwood	Contact
SA	Maureen Sawley	Tamaari	Contact
NSW	Allana Smith	Algara	Contact
QLD	Meryl Davison	Kabander	Contact
SA	Gill and Deb Green and Parry	ZILVERVOS	Contact
NSW	Ray Marilyn & Tracey Parker	Rymiska	Contact
VIC	Diane Hedt	Dibullic	Contact
NSW	Angela West	Ryfrost	Contact

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Lifespan: Keeshonds live from between 10 to 16 years of age.

Ideal Owners: Ideal owners range from children to adults.