Agile
Obedient
Quick
Intelligent
Bright
Playful
Sturdy

Playful
Loving
Happy
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful
Reserved

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

English Toy Cocker Spaniels are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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

English Toy Spaniel, Cocker Spaniel

1700s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Fawn
Silver
White
Sable
Brindle

Brown
Red
Black
Cream

Keeshonds have longer coats compared to most dogs.

English Toy Cocker Spaniels have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

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.

An English Toy Cocker Spaniel 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.

Renal Cortical Hypoplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Disease
Heart Disease

Patellar Luxation
Seborrhea

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Skin Problems
Congenital Heart Defect

Cataracts
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Fecal Examination
Blood Work
Skin Scrapings

Keeshonds' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

English Toy Cocker Spaniels are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Keeshond has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

English Toy Cocker Spaniel has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

English Toy Cocker Spaniels have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Keeshond dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

English Toy Cocker Spaniels bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

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 English Toy Cocker Spaniel, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Keeshonds usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most English Toy Cocker Spaniels usually need at least 40 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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 English Toy Cocker Spaniel requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of an English Toy Cocker Spaniel is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 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 an English Toy Cocker Spaniel is between $49 - $63. This makes an average of $588 - $756 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.

English Toy Cocker Spaniels make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

English Toy Cocker Spaniels are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Keeshonds are highly friendly around strangers.

English Toy Cocker Spaniels are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Keeshonds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

English Toy Cocker Spaniels are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

English Toy Cocker Spaniels are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.