Keeshond
VS
Miniature American Shepherd
Keeshond vs Miniature American Shepherd
Compare Keeshond and Miniature American Shepherd 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
Miniature American Shepherd
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
48 – 49 cm
33 – 46 cm
Weight
14 – 20 kg
9 – 14 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 14 years
11 – 14 years
Child friendly
4/5
4/5
Energy level
2/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
5/5
4/5
Shedding
5/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Keeshond
Great with kids
Easy to train
Medium
Miniature American Shepherd
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Small
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 Miniature American Shepherd
Compact, athletic herding dog bred in the U.S. as a smaller Australian Shepherd. Intelligent, devoted, and “velcro” with family, often reserved with strangers. Needs regular training, mental work, and exercise. Medium double coat in varied colors; generally healthy with 12–15 year lifespan.
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