Keeshond puppies for sale in Nunavut

Breed history

The Keeshond (pronounced KAYZ-hond) has deep roots in 18th-century Holland, where it served as a watchdog and companion aboard canal barges and along the Dutch waterways. It became a national symbol of the Dutch Patriots Party during a time of political unrest, named after their leader Cornelis “Kees” de Gyselaer and his loyal dog. Though the breed’s popularity waned after the political movement’s decline, it was later revived in the early 20th century and is now loved worldwide for its intelligence, loyalty, and cheerful personality.