I got this gorgeous pup from the pound & they thought it was German Shepherd & Chow. But he's gotten a bit older and the Kees markings have developed on him plus the Kees fur style AND the vet says he sees a lot of schnauzer in him. I have never had either type of dog and am curious how he will look and behave when an adult. He is 11 weeks now.
2006-08-22 05:09:49 · 3 answers · asked by KahneDame 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
You're in for a treat. I had a Kees for 15yrs. Great dog!! Loyal, protective, loves kids, gentle, easy to train, smart. Their fur is beautiful & they really don't shed that much if you brush them once a week. They don't like to be left alone, at all. Never had a schnauzer but mix a terrier blood with northern blood & I'd imagine that you'll get one strong, stubborn, playful, protective pooch. Sounds like fun !!!
2006-08-22 07:25:51 · answer #1 · answered by preacher55 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Both are active, bouncy, barky breeds. Schnauzers can be dog and people aggressive, while Kees can be on the nervous side. I'd recommend you start training and socializing him right away!
These are the books that I recommend to my students; you can get them on Amazon.com
What All Good Dogs Should Know – Volhard http://www.volhard.com/
Good Owners, Great Dogs - Brian Kilcommins
Dog Tricks : Eighty-Eight Challenging Activities for Your Dog from World-Class Trainers by Haggerty and Benjamin
Don't Shoot the Dog - Pryor
Training Your Dog: The Step by Step Method - Volhard
Dog Problems - Benjamin
Cesar's Way - Cesar Millan
Also, watch the Dog Whisperer on the National Geographic Channel. Cesar Millan is the best trainer I've ever seen on TV.
http://www.dogpsychologycenter.com/
The best (and cheapest) way is to take your own dog to training classes at your local AKC recognized obedience club. http://www.akc.org/clubs/search/index.cfm?action=obed&display=on
2006-08-22 07:25:59 · answer #2 · answered by Danger, Will Robinson! 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
We have a beagle/schnauzer mix and she is the greatest dog! Schnauzers are really smart, and enjoy people, so they make great pets! never had a Keeshound so can't comment on that, but if the Schnauzer part is dominant in personality and behavior you will have a great dog!
2006-08-22 05:17:15 · answer #3 · answered by poppet 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋