Keeshonds make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Choose a White Shepherd if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

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

German Shepherd Dog

1700s

1900s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Gray
Fawn
Silver
White
Sable
Brindle

Cream
White

Keeshonds have longer coats compared to most dogs.

White Shepherds have medium-length coats.

Renal Cortical Hypoplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Disease
Heart Disease

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Cobalamin Malabsorption
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Skin Problems
Congenital Heart Defect

Allergies
Megaesophagus
Eye Problems

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

CERF
Blood And Urine Analysis
Yearly Physical Examination
OFA on hips and elbows

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

White Shepherds thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Keeshonds need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

White Shepherds need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

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

White Shepherds bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

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

Socializing, Flyball, Walk, Walking, Coddle, Fetch, Play, Walks, Dog Parks, Hike, Running, Relaxing

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 White Shepherds 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.

White Shepherds have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

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

White Shepherd 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
Deshedder

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 77-88 pound (35 - 40 kg) White Shepherd 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 White Shepherd 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 White Shepherd 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.

Keeshond is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

White Shepherd is highly intelligent and very trainable.

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

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

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

White Shepherds are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

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