Agile
Obedient
Quick
Intelligent
Bright
Playful
Sturdy

Playful
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Spirited

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

Papioxs are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Netherlands

United States

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

Toy Fox Terrier, Papillon

1700s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Fawn
Silver
White
Sable
Brindle

Black
Brown
Red
White

Keeshonds have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Papioxs have medium-length coats.

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 Papiox can have a litter of 2-6 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

Portacaval Shunt

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Skin Problems
Congenital Heart Defect

Cataracts
Glaucoma
Hypothyroidism
Food Allergies

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Complete Physical Examination

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

Papiox has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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 Papiox, it's at least 5 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 Papioxs usually need at least 30 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 Papiox has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Papiox 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

Pin Brush
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 4-9 pound (2 - 4 kg) Papiox feed 1 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 Papiox is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 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 Papiox is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 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 Papiox is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Papioxs have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Papioxs are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Papioxs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Keeshonds are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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

Papioxs are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

Papioxs are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.