Agile
Obedient
Quick
Intelligent
Bright
Playful
Sturdy

Active
Friendly
Outgoing
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Cheerful
Tolerant

Keeshonds shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Bluetick Coonhound Harriers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Samoyed, Chow Chow, Finnish Spitz, Norwegian Elkhound, Pomeranian

Harrier and Bluetick Coonhound

1700s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Fawn
Silver
White
Sable
Brindle

Blue
Black
White

A Keeshond can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Bluetick Coonhound Harrier can have a litter of 6-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Keeshonds are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Bluetick Coonhound Harriers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

While the Keeshond breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

The Bluetick Coonhound Harrier is prone to health issues and requires regular check-ups with a vet to identify and treat any problems early.

Renal Cortical Hypoplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Disease
Heart Disease

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Skin Problems
Congenital Heart Defect

Ear Health and Infection

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Ear Examination

Keeshonds sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Bluetick Coonhound Harriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Keeshond, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Bluetick Coonhound Harrier, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Keeshonds require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The Bluetick Coonhound Harrier is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Ideally, Keeshond should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Bluetick Coonhound Harrier should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 35-45 pound (16 - 20 kg) Keeshond feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 60-100 pound (27 - 45 kg) Bluetick Coonhound Harrier feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Keeshond is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average cost of a Bluetick Coonhound Harrier is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Keeshond is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Bluetick Coonhound Harrier is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Keeshonds are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

The Bluetick Coonhound Harrier is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Keeshonds are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Bluetick Coonhound Harriers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Keeshonds are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Bluetick Coonhound Harriers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Keeshonds are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Bluetick Coonhound Harriers are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Keeshonds are highly friendly around strangers.

Bluetick Coonhound Harriers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Keeshonds are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Bluetick Coonhound Harriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.