Finnish Spitz vs Keeshond

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

Finnish Spitz vs Keeshond
Finnish Spitz
Keeshond
Finnish Spitz
Keeshond
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General Details
Finnish Spitz
Keeshond
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
13-15 Years
12-15 Years
Height
15½-20 Inches
17-18 Inches
Weight
20-33 Pounds
30-45 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Finnish Spitz
Keeshond
Origin Country
Finland
Netherlands
Origin Year
-1000 BC
1400 AD
Temperament
Finnish Spitz
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
Finnish Spitz
Keeshond
Traits
Needy
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Finnish Spitz
Keeshond
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
15-75 °F
-15-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Finnish Spitz
Keeshond
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium to High
Medium
Top Running Speed
16 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Finnish Spitz
Keeshond
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
High to Very High
High
Dander
High to Very High
Medium to High
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Finnish Spitz
Keeshond
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Finnish Spitz
Keeshond
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Finnish Spitz
Keeshond
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Above Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
None
None
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
None
Average
Hunting
Above Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Finnish Spitz
Keeshond
Average Lifespan
13-15 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Finnish Spitz
Keeshond
Common Health Issues
Epilepsy
Eye problems
Joint problems
Hip dysplasia
Luxating patella
Primary Hyperparathyroidism
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Finnish Spitz
Keeshond
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Long
Coat Coloring
Finnish Spitz
Keeshond
Breed Colors
Gold
Gold
Red
Red
Red Gold
Red Gold
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