Keeshond — breed standard (AKC: size, coat, temperament, type)

Keeshond — breed standard (AKC: size, coat, temperament, type)

Claims

• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The Keeshond is a natural, handsome, well-balanced spitz-type dog.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The AKC standard sets height at the withers at 18 inches for males and 17 inches for bitches, with a 1-inch variance either way acceptable.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The coat is abundant, long, straight and harsh, standing well out from a dense undercoat.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The adult coat colour is a mixture of gray with a light-plumed tail and a dark tail tip.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The eyes are dark brown, medium-sized, almond-shaped and obliquely set.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Temperament is of primary importance: the breed is described as neither timid nor aggressive, alert and friendly.