Keeshond vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

Compare the Keeshond to the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Keeshonden and Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers.

Keeshond vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Keeshond
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Keeshond
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
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General Details
Keeshond
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-15 Years
Height
17-18 Inches
17-20 Inches
Weight
30-45 Pounds
30-45 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Keeshond
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Origin Country
Netherlands
Ireland
Origin Year
1400 AD
1937 AD
Temperament
Keeshond
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
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
Keeshond
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Keeshond
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
-15-75 °F
35-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Keeshond
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Energy Level
Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Keeshond
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
High
Low
Dander
Medium to High
Low
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Keeshond
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Keeshond
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Keeshond
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
None
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Average
Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Keeshond
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Keeshond
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Luxating patella
Primary Hyperparathyroidism
Addison's disease
Cancer
Allergies
Renal dysplasia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Keeshond
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Straight
Shaggy
Wavy
Coat Length
Long
Medium
Coat Coloring
Keeshond
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Breed Colors
Black
Gray
Silver
White
Wheaten
Wheaten (Dark)
Wheaten (Light)
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