Collie vs Keeshond

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

Collie vs Keeshond
Collie
Keeshond
Collie
Keeshond
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General Details
Collie
Keeshond
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
14-16 Years
12-15 Years
Height
22-26 Inches
17-18 Inches
Weight
50-80 Pounds
30-45 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Collie
Keeshond
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Netherlands
Origin Year
1800 AD
1400 AD
Temperament
Collie
Keeshond
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Collie
Keeshond
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Collie
Keeshond
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
25-80 °F
-15-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Collie
Keeshond
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
High
Medium
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Collie
Keeshond
Coat Maintenance
High
Medium
Shedding
High to Very High
High
Dander
High
Medium to High
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Collie
Keeshond
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Collie
Keeshond
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Collie
Keeshond
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Average
Hunting
Below Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Collie
Keeshond
Average Lifespan
14-16 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Collie
Keeshond
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Collie eye anomaly
Drug sensitivity
Cyclic Neutropenia
Hip dysplasia
Luxating patella
Primary Hyperparathyroidism
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Collie
Keeshond
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Long
Long
Coat Coloring
Collie
Keeshond
Breed Colors
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Blue Merle, White, and Tan
Blue Merle, White, and Tan
Sable and White
Sable and White
White
White
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