Keeshond

**Semantic type:** Mammal

**Definition:** A compact little dog with a strong resemblance to its ancestor the Samoyed due to its oblique chestnut eyes and erect triangular ears. It has a cream or pale grey undercoat and an outer coat that may be shades of grey with black tips and stands away from the body. The markings are quite definite and there are distinctive pale "spectacles" around the eyes. The average height range is 17-19 inches and the average weight range is 35-45 pounds.