Active
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Social
Fearless
Assertive
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

Agile
Obedient
Quick
Intelligent
Bright
Playful
Sturdy

King Cavrins are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Keeshonds shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Avoid King Cavrins as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Keeshonds make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Cairn Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Samoyed, Chow Chow, Finnish Spitz, Norwegian Elkhound, Pomeranian

Unknown

1700s

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Red
Cream
Brindle
White

Black
Gray
Fawn
Silver
White
Sable
Brindle

King Cavrins have medium-length coats.

Keeshonds have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wavy

Straight

A King Cavrin can have a litter of 2-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Keeshond can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

King Cavrins are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Keeshonds are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

King Cavrins are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

While the Keeshond breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Mitral Valve Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Syringomyelia

Renal Cortical Hypoplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Disease
Heart Disease

Cataracts
Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Hydrocephalus
Hemophilia
Portosystemic Shunt
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Skin Problems
Congenital Heart Defect

Hip X-Rays
X-Rays
Biopsy
X-ray imaging
Blood Analysis
Complete Blood Count
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

King Cavrin has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Keeshond has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

King Cavrins need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Keeshonds need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

King Cavrin dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Keeshond dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Road trip, Walk, Hide & Seek, Run

Walk, Run, Frisbee, Play, Fetch, Eating Snacks, Chewing, Playing, Sniffing, Heel

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For King Cavrin, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Keeshond, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most King Cavrins usually need at least 40 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Keeshonds usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The King Cavrin requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Keeshonds require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

King Cavrin should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Keeshond should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 13-18 pound (6 - 8 kg) King Cavrin feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 35-45 pound (16 - 20 kg) Keeshond feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a King Cavrin is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Keeshond is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a King Cavrin is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Keeshond is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

King Cavrins are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Keeshond is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

The King Cavrin is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Keeshonds are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

King Cavrins make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Keeshonds are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

King Cavrins are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Keeshonds are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

King Cavrins are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Keeshonds are highly friendly around strangers.

King Cavrins are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Keeshonds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

King Cavrins are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Keeshonds are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.