Agile
Obedient
Quick
Intelligent
Bright
Playful
Sturdy

Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Trainable
Cheerful
Quiet
Faithful

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

Spantrievers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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

English Cocker Spaniel and Labrador Retriever

1700s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Fawn
Silver
White
Sable
Brindle

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
White

Keeshonds have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Spantrievers 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.

A Spantriever can have a litter of 5-10 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.

Renal Cortical Hypoplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Disease
Heart Disease

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Skin Problems
Congenital Heart Defect

Allergies
Eye Problems
Idiopathic Epilepsy

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Full Body Physical Examination especially of the joints
Thyroid Panel

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

Spantriever 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.

Spantrievers 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 Spantriever, 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 Spantrievers usually need at least 45 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 Spantriever has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
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 45-50 pound (20 - 23 kg) Spantriever feed 2 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 Spantriever 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 a Spantriever is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $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.

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

The Spantriever 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.

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

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

Spantrievers are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Keeshonds are highly friendly around strangers.

Spantrievers 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.

Spantrievers 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.

The Spantriever is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.