Keeshond
Spectacled Dutch spitz
A Keeshond is a medium-sized dog breed with a thick, silver-gray double coat, distinctive "spectacles" markings around the eyes, and a plumed tail that curls over the back.
Originally bred as watchdogs and companions on Dutch riverboats, Keeshonds are known for their alert, affectionate temperament.
Plural: Keeshonden or Keeshonds.
Wedge-headed northern breed
- DutchOf the Netherlands
- medium-sizedOf intermediate dimensions
- double coatTwo-tiered animal fur
- ruffPleated historical neckpiece
spectacles · pointed ears · curled tail · companion dog · Netherlands · purebred · AKC · pedigree
Showing kindness, warmth
- intelligentHaving mental acuity
- outgoingSociable and unreserved
- playfulInclined toward fun
- loyalFirm in allegiance
affectionate · alert · watchdog · people-oriented · eager to please · trainable · social · gentle
Northwestern European constitutional monarchy
- eighteenth centuryYears 1701-1800
- riverboatShallow-draft inland watercraft
- watchdogGuard or monitor
- mascotGroup's symbolic figure
rebellion · revival · preservation · European ancestry · working class · canal boats · heritage · traditional
Soft and light-textured
- grayNeutral achromatic hue
- silverLustrous white precious metal
- maneNeck hair, horse/lion
- plushThick-pile soft fabric
lion-like · expressive · feathering · breeches · thick fur · distinctive markings · penciling · eyebrows
Self-care for appearance
- brushingSweeping motion with bristles
- sheddingLosing outer covering
- desheddingExtracting loose animal hair
- bathingImmersion for cleanliness
trimming · nail clipping · exercise needs · mental stimulation · socialization · training · positive reinforcement · veterinary care
spitz
Wedge-headed northern breed
- DutchOf the Netherlands
- medium-sizedOf intermediate dimensions
- double coatTwo-tiered animal fur
ruff · spectacles · pointed ears · curled tail · companion dog · Netherlands · purebred · AKC · pedigree · breed standard
friendly
Showing kindness, warmth
- intelligentHaving mental acuity
- outgoingSociable and unreserved
- playfulInclined toward fun
loyal · affectionate · alert · watchdog · people-oriented · eager to please · trainable · social · gentle · lively
Netherlands
Northwestern European constitutional monarchy
- eighteenth centuryYears 1701-1800
- riverboatShallow-draft inland watercraft
- watchdogGuard or monitor
mascot · rebellion · revival · preservation · European ancestry · working class · canal boats · heritage · traditional · symbolism
fluffy
Soft and light-textured
plush · lion-like · expressive · feathering · breeches · thick fur · distinctive markings · penciling · eyebrows · soft
grooming
Self-care for appearance
- brushingSweeping motion with bristles
- sheddingLosing outer covering
- desheddingExtracting loose animal hair
bathing · trimming · nail clipping · exercise needs · mental stimulation · socialization · training · positive reinforcement · veterinary care · hip dysplasia
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- Non-Sporting DogsFrench Bulldog, Poodle, Boston Terrier, Dalmatian, Bichon Frise
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- Dutch breeds
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