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SPITZ–TYPE DOGS

Schipperke Wedge-shaped,
foxlike head
HEIGHT 10–13in (25–33cm) Variety of colors Small,
WEIGHT 13–18lb (6–8kg) triangular
LIFE SPAN Over 12 years ears

Sometimes called the Belgian Barge Dog,
Tail naturally Black
this breed was once used by Flemish very short
riverboatmen to guard their barges and
keep down rat populations. In the house
the Schipperke has lost none of its
watchful instincts and is wary of
strangers. A dog with a lively
and likable personality,
it is an entertaining
Long
companion. “culottes” on
back of thighs

Distinctive mane
Dense coat and cape around
neck and shoulders
Thickset body

Keeshond German Wolfspitz

HEIGHT 17–18in (43–46cm) HEIGHT 17–22in (43–55cm)
WEIGHT 33–44lb (15–20kg) WEIGHT 60–71lb (27–32kg)
LIFE SPAN 12–15 years LIFE SPAN 12–15 years

The Keeshond was used in the 18th century by the riverboatmen The German Wolfspitz is one of the oldest-known European
and farmers of Holland as a watchdog. Not aggressive, this dogs. It has given rise to the Keeshond (left) and in some countries
intelligent and outgoing breed has an amiable nature that the two are not regarded as separate breeds. Highly trainable, it is
makes it a much-loved companion dog. The Keeshond eager to be a part of family life. Suspicious of strangers, this dog
is willing to learn, and it mixes well with barks readily but is not aggressive.
people and other pets.
Gray, black, Bushy tail Short, straight back
and cream
Hair forms dense Long topcoat
breeches on back
of thighs
Gray, black,
Characteristic and cream
spectacle
markings
around eyes Small, triangular,
erect ears

Long, thick Thick mane
ruff around over neck
neck and
shoulders

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