Keeshond vs Pomeranian

Compare Keeshonden to Pomeranians. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between these two breeds.

Keeshond vs Pomeranian
Keeshond
Pomeranian
Keeshond
Pomeranian
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General Details
Keeshond
Pomeranian
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-16 Years
Height
17-18 Inches
7-12 Inches
Weight
30-45 Pounds
3-7 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Keeshond
Pomeranian
Origin Country
Netherlands
Germany
Origin Year
1400 AD
1500 AD
Temperament
Keeshond
Pomeranian
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Keeshond
Pomeranian
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Jealous
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Keeshond
Pomeranian
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
-15-75 °F
45-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Keeshond
Pomeranian
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
Low
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
12 MPH
Strength
Medium
Low
Grooming Needs
Keeshond
Pomeranian
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
High
Medium
Dander
Medium to High
Medium
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Keeshond
Pomeranian
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Keeshond
Pomeranian
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Keeshond
Pomeranian
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
None
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Average
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Keeshond
Pomeranian
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-16 Years
Health Concerns
Keeshond
Pomeranian
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Luxating patella
Primary Hyperparathyroidism
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Patent ductus arteriosus
Collapsed trachea
Allergies
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Dry eye
Seizures
Heat intolerance
Heatstroke
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Keeshond
Pomeranian
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Silky
Straight
Wooly
Coat Length
Long
Long
Coat Coloring
Keeshond
Pomeranian
Breed Colors
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