Australian Shepherd vs Keeshond

Compare the Australian Shepherd to the Keeshond. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Australian Shepherds and Keeshonden.

Australian Shepherd vs Keeshond
Australian Shepherd
Keeshond
Australian Shepherd
Keeshond
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General Details
Australian Shepherd
Keeshond
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-15 Years
Height
18-23 Inches
17-18 Inches
Weight
40-65 Pounds
30-45 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Australian Shepherd
Keeshond
Origin Country
United States
Netherlands
Origin Year
1840 AD
1400 AD
Temperament
Australian Shepherd
Keeshond
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
None
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Australian Shepherd
Keeshond
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Australian Shepherd
Keeshond
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
-15-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Australian Shepherd
Keeshond
Energy Level
High to Very High
Medium
Exercise Required
High
Medium
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Australian Shepherd
Keeshond
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
Medium
High
Dander
Medium
Medium to High
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Australian Shepherd
Keeshond
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Australian Shepherd
Keeshond
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Australian Shepherd
Keeshond
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
None
Fighting
None
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Average
Hunting
Below Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
None
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Australian Shepherd
Keeshond
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Australian Shepherd
Keeshond
Common Health Issues
Cancer
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Distichiasis
Deafness
Collie eye anomaly
Persistent pupillary membrane
Drug sensitivity
Collie nose
Retinal detachment
Hip dysplasia
Luxating patella
Primary Hyperparathyroidism
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Australian Shepherd
Keeshond
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Wavy
Straight
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Long
Coat Coloring
Australian Shepherd
Keeshond
Breed Colors
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