Keeshond
VS
Field Spaniel
Keeshond vs Field Spaniel
Compare Keeshond and Field Spaniel 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
Keeshond
Field Spaniel
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
48 – 49 cm
43 – 46 cm
Weight
14 – 20 kg
18 – 25 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 14 years
10 – 12 years
Child friendly
4/5
4/5
Energy level
2/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
5/5
3/5
Shedding
5/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Keeshond
Great with kids
Easy to train
Medium
Field Spaniel
Great with kids
High energy
Quiet
Medium
Summary
About Keeshond
The Keeshond is a medium, sturdy spitz with a thick wolf‑grey double coat and trademark eye “spectacles.” A devoted family companion, it is affectionate, alert, and vocal but rarely aggressive. Intelligent and lively, it trains well with gentle methods and needs regular brushing and daily interaction.
About Field Spaniel
Medium, athletic gundog with a glossy, feathered coat and dark, expressive eyes. Calm yet enthusiastic, deeply attached to family and often sensitive. Needs kind, consistent training, regular exercise, and mental work. Still relatively rare, valued by dedicated enthusiasts.
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