Active
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Reliable
Gentle
Social
Kind
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Trustworthy
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

Agile
Obedient
Quick
Intelligent
Bright
Playful
Sturdy

Petite Golden Retrievers are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

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

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Golden Retriever

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

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1700s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Cream
Red

Black
Gray
Fawn
Silver
White
Sable
Brindle

Wavy

Straight

A Petite Golden Retriever can have a litter of 5-10 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.

Retinal Dysplasia
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Syringomyelia
Subaortic Stenosis
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Renal Cortical Hypoplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Disease
Heart Disease

Cataracts
Diabetes
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Portosystemic Shunt
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Microphthalmia
Hypodysmyelinogenesis
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Idiopathic Epilepsy
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Skin Problems
Congenital Heart Defect

Complete Blood Count
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Skin Biopsy
Eye Examinations (both internal as well as external)
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Echocardiogram
Hip and Elbow X-rays

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Petite Golden Retriever 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.

Petite Golden Retrievers 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Petite Golden Retriever, it's at least 10 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 Keeshond, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Petite Golden Retrievers 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 Petite Golden Retriever 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.

Petite Golden Retriever 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, Keeshond should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Petite Golden Retriever is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Keeshond is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Petite Golden Retriever is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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 Petite Golden Retriever 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.

Petite Golden Retrievers 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.

Petite Golden Retrievers are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Keeshonds are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Petite Golden Retrievers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

Petite Golden Retrievers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

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