2. Kooikerhondje
Breed History: This adorable breed comes to us straight from Holland and was used for duck hunting. It’s suspected that this breed may have sprung from the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever.
Appearance: She typically stands no more than 16 inches high, weighs between 20-24 pounds and has a life span of 12 to 14 years.
Personality: The Kooikerhondje makes an excellent pet for the whole family. He loves to play especially when it involves running into water.
Health Concerns: All dogs can have some health concerns but, generally, the Kooikerhondje as a breed has a good track record.
Trainability: He is very intelligent and, therefore, learns quickly. He tends toward a bit of mouthiness so training not to play bite is important.
Grooming Requirements: This breed has a medium length coat with a bit of a wave to it with feathers on legs and tail. Once a week brushing should keep her coat in good shape but you’ll need to do more in peak shedding season. Her coat is naturally water proof so you should only have to bathe if she rolls in stinky doggie perfume.
Reference Link: http://dogtime.com/dog-breeds/kooikerhondje
