Active
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Trainable
Fearless
Quiet
Faithful

Agile
Obedient
Quick
Intelligent
Bright
Playful
Sturdy

Smooth Foxkers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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

United States

Netherlands

American Cocker Spaniel and Smooth Fox Terrier

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

2000s

1700s

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Silver
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Black
Gray
Fawn
Silver
White
Sable
Brindle

A Smooth Foxker can have a litter of 6-8 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.

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.

Patellar Luxation
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Phosphofructokinase (PFK) Deficiency

Renal Cortical Hypoplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Disease
Heart Disease

Distichiasis
Deafness
Skin Diseases and Disorders
Eye Conditions (Cataracts, Lens Luxation)

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Skin Problems
Congenital Heart Defect

Skin Evaluation
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging
Hearing and Ear Tests
Eye and Ear Examination
Thyroid Panel
DNA

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Smooth Foxker 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.

Smooth Foxkers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Keeshonds sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Smooth Foxkers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Keeshonds 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.

In general most Smooth Foxkers usually need at least 90 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 Smooth Foxker 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.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Deshedder

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 25-30 pound (11 - 14 kg) Smooth Foxker 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 Smooth Foxker 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 Smooth Foxker is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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.

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 Smooth Foxker 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.

Smooth Foxkers 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.

Smooth Foxkers 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.

Smooth Foxkers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Keeshonds are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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

Smooth Foxkers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

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