Keeshond
| Keeshond |
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| Alternative names |
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| German Spitz |
| Deutscher Wolfspitz |
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| Country of origin |
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| The Netherlands |
| Classification |
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| FCI: | Group 5 Section 4 |
| AKC: | Non-sporting |
| ANKC: | Group 7 (Non-Sporting) |
| CKC: | Group 6 - Non-Sporting Dogs |
| KC(UK): | Utility |
| NZKC: | Non-sporting |
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| Breed standards (external links) |
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| FCI, AKC, ANKC, KC(UK), NZKC |
The Keeshond is a medium-sized dog with a plush two-layer coat with a 'ruff' and a curled tail, originating from the Netherlands. A member of the spitz group of dogs, the Kees is 17-18 inches (about 45 cm) tall and weighs 35-40 pounds (about 16 to 18 kg). Its closest relative is the Pomeranian. Originally called the German Spitz, the name was officially changed to Keeshond in 1925.