Dorkie has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Keeshond has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Affectionate
Gentle
Loving
Cheerful
Intelligent
Playful

Agile
Obedient
Quick
Intelligent
Bright
Playful
Sturdy

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

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

United States

Netherlands

Yorkshire Terrier and Dachshund

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

1990

1700s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Black
Red
Blue

Black
Gray
Fawn
Silver
White
Sable
Brindle

A Dorkie can have a litter of 13-15 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.

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

While the Keeshond breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Patellar Luxation
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Retinal Dysplasia
Tracheal Collapse
Portosystemic Shunt

Renal Cortical Hypoplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Disease
Heart Disease

Entropion
Color Dilution Alopecia
Corneal Dystrophy
Acanthosis Nigricans

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Skin Problems
Congenital Heart Defect

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Ultrasound
Urinalysis
Blood Work

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Dorkie 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.

Walking, Napping, Snuggling, Playing, Playing outside, Cudling, Running, Walk, Nap, Fetch, Tug, Balls, Walks, Reading, Tug-of-war, Bath time, Frisbee, Road trip, Soccer, Play, Chase, Off-leash, Eating Snacks, Shopping, High Five, Cuddling, Cows, Bird Dog, Playing fetch, Chasing

Walk, Run, Frisbee, Play, Fetch, Eating Snacks, Chewing, Playing, Sniffing, Heel

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

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 Dorkie, it's at least 4 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 Dorkies 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.

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.

Dorkie 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
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 7-12 pound (3 - 5 kg) Dorkie 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 Dorkie 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 Dorkie is between $32 - $42. This makes an average of $384 - $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.

Dorkies are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Keeshond is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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.

Dorkies make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Dorkies are not the best choice for families with kids.

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

Dorkies 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.

Dorkies are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Dorkies are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Keeshonds are highly friendly around strangers.