Dutch Kooikerhondje
VS
Shetland Sheepdog
Dutch Kooikerhondje vs Shetland Sheepdog
Compare Dutch Kooikerhondje and Shetland Sheepdog side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Dutch Kooikerhondje
Shetland Sheepdog
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
35 – 42 cm
35 – 37 cm
Weight
8 – 12 kg
6 – 12 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
12 – 13 years
Child friendly
4/5
3/5
Energy level
4/5
4/5
Intelligence
4/5
5/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming needs
3/5
4/5
Shedding
3/5
5/5
Barking level
2/5
5/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Dutch Kooikerhondje
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Quiet
Easy to train
Small
Shetland Sheepdog
High energy
Super smart
Small
Summary
About Dutch Kooikerhondje
Medium-small Dutch gundog with orange-red and white coat, black-tipped ears and a plumed white tail. Affectionate with family, reserved with strangers, intelligent and sensitive. Needs daily exercise, training, and companionship; generally healthy with some hereditary conditions monitored.
About Shetland Sheepdog
The Shetland Sheepdog is a small to medium, agile herding breed with a dense double coat and striking colors. Bright, sensitive, and very people focused, it bonds closely with family, is reserved with strangers, excels in dog sports, and needs regular grooming, daily walks, and mental exercise.
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