How tall is a Keeshond?

An adult Keeshond stands about 18 inches at the shoulder (AKC mid-range, male). Females typically run 1–2 inches shorter, and individual variation within the breed is roughly ±2 inches.

Is a Keeshond considered a medium dog?

Yes — at 18" / 40 lb, the Keeshond falls into the medium-breed size class (shoulder height 16–22"). Out of 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #142 tallest.

How does a Keeshond compare to a person?

At 18" tall, a Keeshond stands about 28% of the height of an average adult (5'4" / 64"). The chart on this page draws both silhouettes at the same pixel-per-inch scale so the proportion you see is the real ratio.

Keeshond Size Compared to a Person

A Keeshond stands 18″ at the shoulder and weighs about 40 lb — that puts it at 28% of the height of an average adult (5′4″ / 64″). Of the 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #142 by shoulder height and falls into the medium-breed size class (Medium breeds, 16–22").

Keeshond next to a person at scale — 18-inch shoulder height, 40 lb. Drawn by iDogNames. — Keeshond at 18″ / 40 lb, next to an average adult at 5′4″ / 135 lb. Drawn to AKC breed standards.

How a Keeshond compares

	Keeshond	Person	Difference
Shoulder height	18″	64″	-46″
Weight	40 lb	135 lb	-95 lb

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About the Keeshond

The Keeshond is a medium-sized spitz breed with a spectacular plush coat of silver and black fur, a fox-like face, and a distinctive pair of markings around the eyes that look like spectacles. Originally the beloved companion of Dutch bargemen and riverboat operators, the Keeshond served as a watchdog and faithful companion on the waterways of Holland. Their name is pronounced "kayz-hawnd," and they are the national dog of the Netherlands.

Similar-size breeds

The 8 breeds in the Medium size class with shoulder height closest to the Keeshond.

Field Spaniel — 18″ / 43 lb (same height)
Icelandic Sheepdog — 18″ / 30 lb (same height)
Irish Terrier — 18″ / 27 lb (same height)
Norwegian Buhund — 18″ / 36 lb (same height)
Spinone Italiano — 18″ / 75 lb (same height)
American Pit Bull Terrier — 19″ / 50 lb (+1″ vs Keeshond)
American Staffordshire Terrier — 19″ / 63 lb (+1″ vs Keeshond)
American Water Spaniel — 17″ / 38 lb (−1″ vs Keeshond)

Frequently asked

How tall is a Keeshond?: An adult Keeshond stands about 18 inches at the shoulder (AKC mid-range, male). Females typically run 1–2 inches shorter, and individual variation within the breed is roughly ±2 inches.
Is a Keeshond considered a medium dog?: Yes — at 18" / 40 lb, the Keeshond falls into the medium-breed size class (shoulder height 16–22"). Out of 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #142 tallest.
How does a Keeshond compare to a person?: At 18" tall, a Keeshond stands about 28% of the height of an average adult (5'4" / 64"). The chart on this page draws both silhouettes at the same pixel-per-inch scale so the proportion you see is the real ratio.

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