Keeshond vs Koolie

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

Keeshond vs Koolie
Keeshond
Koolie
Keeshond
Koolie
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General Details
Keeshond
Koolie
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
15-18 Years
Height
17-18 Inches
13-23 Inches
Weight
30-45 Pounds
30-55 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Keeshond
Koolie
Origin Country
Netherlands
Australia
Origin Year
1400 AD
1840 AD
Temperament
Keeshond
Koolie
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Keeshond
Koolie
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Keeshond
Koolie
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
-15-75 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Keeshond
Koolie
Energy Level
Medium
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Keeshond
Koolie
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
High
Medium
Dander
Medium to High
Medium
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Keeshond
Koolie
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Keeshond
Koolie
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Keeshond
Koolie
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
None
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
Average
Above Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Keeshond
Koolie
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
15-18 Years
Health Concerns
Keeshond
Koolie
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Luxating patella
Primary Hyperparathyroidism
Deafness
Blindness
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Keeshond
Koolie
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Silky
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Long
Short to Long
Coat Coloring
Keeshond
Koolie
Breed Colors
Black
Gray
Silver
White
Black
Blue Merle
Cream
Red
Red Merle
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