Keeshond
DogMediumWeight 13–18 kgLifespan 12–15 yrs
The smiling Dutch barge dog — the notable breed watch-item is coat/endocrine issues (Alopecia X) and kneecaps; generally long-lived.
Temperament: Cheerful and vocal, clingy and alert, great with children
🩺 Common diseases & risks
Common
Alopecia X / skin issues
Symmetrical coat thinning — endocrine work-up
Common
Patellar luxation / hip dysplasia
Joint screening
Watch
Diabetes
Watch polydipsia from mid-life
Watch
Tracheal issues
Assess coughing
📋 Recommended screening & frequency
- #1Coat and skin exam (every visit)
- #2Joint check (annual)
- #3Blood glucose (annual from mid-life)
🍚 Nutrition
Balanced medium-breed formula; thick coat — summer hydration matters.
🛁 Daily care
Brush the plush double coat several times weekly; barking needs training; moderate exercise.
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