Unfortunately, the Keeshond is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Silky Cairns are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Agile
Obedient
Quick
Intelligent
Bright
Playful
Sturdy

Active
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Quick
Joyful
Inquisitive
Fearless
Assertive

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

Silky Cairns are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Cairn Terrier, Silky Terrier

1700s

Unknown

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Fawn
Silver
White
Sable
Brindle

Black
Brown
Cream
Fawn
Gray
Blue
White
Silver
Brindle

Keeshonds have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Silky Cairns 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 Silky Cairn can have a litter of 2-10 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.

Silky Cairns have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Renal Cortical Hypoplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Disease
Heart Disease

Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Mitral Valve Dysplasia
Craniomandibular Osteopathy (Lion Jaw)

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Skin Problems
Congenital Heart Defect

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Hemophilia
Pyruvate Kinase (PK) Deficiency
Atopy

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Eye Examinations
Blood Tests
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Electrocardiograph (ECG - measures rate and rhythm)

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

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

Walk, Run, Frisbee, Play, Fetch, Eating Snacks, Chewing, Playing, Sniffing, Heel

Road trip, Dog Parks, Hikes

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 Silky Cairn, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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

Silky Cairn 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
Comb
Scissors
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 9-10 pound (4 - 5 kg) Silky Cairn 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 Silky Cairn is somewhere $1.10 - $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 Silky Cairn is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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 Silky Cairn is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Silky Cairns 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.

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

Keeshonds are highly friendly around strangers.

Silky Cairns 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.

Silky Cairns are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

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