Kooikerhondje
This dog is similar in size and appearance to a spaniel. their coat is somewhat thick, and medium length. It is bi-colored with white and chestnut red being the most common.
Distinctive features are the black tips on its long, feathered ears, which look like earrings. It is said that the longer the earrings, the more desirable the dog is for breeding and showing.
Their legs are often moderately feathered, while its tail is ideally heavily feathered with white fur. Its muzzle is fairly thin sort of like a spaniel’s. The eyes are dark and tend to have an alert expression.
This dog was bred as an all-purpose dog. They are friendly, yet watchful temperament also makes them a ideal watchdog and family companion. Kooikerhondje can be easily trained without much stress on the trainer. The like and lots and lots of the personal attention.
They will do better when he or she has a great deal of opportunity for exercise. Outdoor or rural areas are ideal, but suburban area can work if nearby parks that is large enough to fulfill the Kooiker’s need for energetic activity. Also keep in mind that a fenced area is helpful to keep the Kooiker from chasing small animals and getting lost.
Puppy:
Adult:
Life span: 12-14 years
Hair Length: Long
Size:
Medium
Shedding:
Moderate Shed
Male Height:
14-16 inches (35-40 cm)
Male Weight:
20-40 lbs. (9-18 kg)
Female Height:
14-16 inches (35-40 cm)
Female Weight:
20-40 lbs. (9-18 kg)
P.S. Kooikers have existed in Holland at least as far back as the sixteenth century…
