German Shorthaired Pointer vs Keeshond

Compare the German Shorthaired Pointer to the Keeshond. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between German Shorthaired Pointers and Keeshonden.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Keeshond
German Shorthaired Pointer
Keeshond
German Shorthaired Pointer
Keeshond
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General Details
German Shorthaired Pointer
Keeshond
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Height
22-24 Inches
17-18 Inches
Weight
45-75 Pounds
30-45 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
German Shorthaired Pointer
Keeshond
Origin Country
Germany
Netherlands
Origin Year
1800 AD
1400 AD
Temperament
German Shorthaired Pointer
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
German Shorthaired Pointer
Keeshond
Traits
Affectionate
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
German Shorthaired Pointer
Keeshond
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
-15-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
German Shorthaired Pointer
Keeshond
Energy Level
High to Very High
Medium
Exercise Required
High to Very High
Medium
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
German Shorthaired Pointer
Keeshond
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Medium
High
Dander
Medium
Medium to High
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
German Shorthaired Pointer
Keeshond
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
German Shorthaired Pointer
Keeshond
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
German Shorthaired Pointer
Keeshond
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
None
Average
Hunting
Above Average
Average
Protection
Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
German Shorthaired Pointer
Keeshond
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
German Shorthaired Pointer
Keeshond
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Pannus
Lymphedema
Hip dysplasia
Luxating patella
Primary Hyperparathyroidism
Appearance Comparison
Coat
German Shorthaired Pointer
Keeshond
Coat Type
Fur or Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Long
Coat Coloring
German Shorthaired Pointer
Keeshond
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and White
Black and White
Black Roan
Black Roan
Liver
Liver
Liver and White
Liver and White
Liver Roan
Liver Roan
White
White
Black
Black
Gray
Gray
Silver
Silver
White
White
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