Unfortunately, the Great Keeshees is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Schnauffens are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Playful
Agile
Intelligent
Confident
Affectionate
Obedient
Patient
Quick
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Bright
Sturdy

Active
Curious
Playful
Adventurous
Funny
Loving
Stubborn
Intelligent
Devoted
Lively
Trainable
Good-natured

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

Schnauffens shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Keeshond and Great Pyrenees

Affenpinscher and Schnauzer

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Silver
Gray
Cream
Black

Brindle
Gray
Black

Great Keesheess have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Schnauffens have medium-length coats.

Curly

Wiry

A Great Keeshees can have a litter of 6-9 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 Schnauffen can have a litter of 4-8 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.

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

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

Great Keesheess typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

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

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Cardiovascular Concerns

Entropion
Cataracts
Von Willebrand's Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Myotonia Congenita

Diabetes
Wobbler's Syndrome
Eye Diseases and Disorders

Urinary Stones

MRI
Eye Examination
X-ray imaging
Neurological Examination
Blood Sugar Testing

Eye Examination
Full Body Examination
DNA for VWD

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

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

Great Keesheess are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Schnauffens are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Schnauffen dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Great Keeshees, it's at least 8 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 Schnauffen, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Great Keesheess 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.

In general most Schnauffens usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Great Keesheess 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.

Schnauffens have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Great Keeshees 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, Schnauffen should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 75-105 pound (34 - 48 kg) Great Keeshees feed 3 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 10-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Schnauffen 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.

The average cost of a Great Keeshees is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Great Keeshees is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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 Schnauffen 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.

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

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

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

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

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

Schnauffens have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Schnauffens are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Schnauffens are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.