Finnish Spitz has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Keeshond has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Happy
Intelligent
Playful
Independent
Loyal
Vocal

Agile
Obedient
Quick
Intelligent
Bright
Playful
Sturdy

Finnish Spitzs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Keeshonds shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Finnish Spitzs are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Keeshonds make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Finland

Netherlands

northern spitz

Samoyed, Chow Chow, Finnish Spitz, Norwegian Elkhound, Pomeranian

ancient times

1700s

Non Sporting (AKC:1988)
Northern Breeds (UKC)

Non Sporting (AKC:1930)
Northern Breeds (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Red

Black
Gray
Fawn
Silver
White
Sable
Brindle

Finnish Spitzs have medium-length coats.

Keeshonds have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Finnish Spitz can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Keeshond can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Finnish Spitzs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Keeshonds are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Finnish Spitzs typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the Keeshond breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Finnish Spitzs thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Keeshonds' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Finnish Spitzs need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Keeshonds need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Finnish Spitzs are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Keeshonds sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Finnish Spitzs are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Keeshonds are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Finnish Spitz, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Keeshond, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Finnish Spitzs usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Keeshonds usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Finnish Spitz requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Keeshonds require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Finnish Spitz should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Keeshond should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Finnish Spitz is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Keeshond is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Finnish Spitz is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Keeshond is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Finnish Spitzs are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Keeshond is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Finnish Spitzs have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

The Finnish Spitz is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Keeshonds are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Finnish Spitzs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Keeshonds are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Finnish Spitzs are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Keeshonds are highly friendly around strangers.

Finnish Spitzs are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Keeshonds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Finnish Spitzs are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Keeshonds are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.