Keeshond
VS
Russkiy Toy
Keeshond vs Russkiy Toy
Compare Keeshond and Russkiy Toy 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
Russkiy Toy
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
48 – 49 cm
22 – 27 cm
Weight
14 – 20 kg
2 – 3 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 14 years
11 – 12 years
Child friendly
4/5
3/5
Energy level
2/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
5/5
3/5
Shedding
5/5
2/5
Barking level
4/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Keeshond
Great with kids
Easy to train
Medium
Russkiy Toy
Tiny
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 Russkiy Toy
Tiny, elegant toy breed (1–3 kg, 20–28 cm) with smooth or long coat. Lively, athletic, and strongly attached to family, often choosing a favorite person. Alert and vocal, suited to gentle, consistent training and moderate exercise, but physically delicate and needs careful handling.
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