Comparison: Keeshond and Schipperke

Keeshond and Schipperke are marked as similar in our database. The table compares only the data we have on the breeds.

	Keeshond	Schipperke
FCI group	5. Spitz and primitive types	1. Sheepdogs and Cattle Dogs (except Swiss Cattle Dogs)
Country of origin	Netherlands	Belgium
Category	Medium	–
Height at withers	43–46 cm	–
Weight	16–20 kg	3–9 kg
Life span	12–15 years	–
Recognition features	Dense silver-grey coat with black tips Distinct ´spectacles´ around the eyes Plumed tail curled over the back	Small, black, stocky, wolf-like dog with a wedge-shaped head Distinct ruff, mane and culottes of longer hair High-set tail; some dogs are born tailless or with a short tail; alert and inquisitive expression
Coat	Long, dense outer coat; silver-grey with black tips.	Abundant, harsh, straight coat over a soft undercoat; long ruff, mane and culottes; solid black only.
Purpose	A Dutch spitz used on river barges as a watchdog and companion.	A small Belgian guard and companion dog from Brussels, renowned as a catcher of rats and mice.

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The information is indicative. Texts are based on available sources and may contain inaccuracies; for binding details (e.g. for breeding or shows) use the official breed standard.