The keeshond is a breed of non-sporting dog, long popular in Holland, where it was a riverboat pet and watchdog. The breed is named for a dog that in the 18th century became the symbol of the party of the middle classes in opposition to the prince of Orange. Probably of Arctic origin, the keeshond is related to the Chow Chow, Norwegian Elkhound, Pomeranian, and Samoyed. With changing political conditions and the advent of larger barges with room for larger dogs, the breed declined in popularity, but was revived in 1920. Alert and intelligent, the dog is a perfect companion. Distinctive features are the marking around the eyes and the luxurious grey and black coat that forms a lion like mane around the neck, shoulders, and chest. The hind legs and tail are also profusely covered with hair. The ideal height is 46 centimetres for males and 43 centimetres for females. Research Keeshond
The pomeranian or spitz dog, is a breed of toy dog, about 15 centimetres high, weighing about 3 kg. It has long straight hair with a neck frill, and the tail is carried over the back. The breed attained popularity in Britain after Queen Victoria kept one as a pet. A sturdy, alert and good-tempered breed of dog they do have a tendency to bark at the slightest sound. Research Pomeranian
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