Affectionate
Lively
Friendly

Active
Playful
Energetic
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Docile
Lively
Sociable
Attentive
Trainable
Clever
Extroverted

Dutch Smoushonds are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Pineranians are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Dutch Smoushonds are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Pineranians aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Netherlands

United States

Poodle, Brussels Griffon, Border Terrier and German Schnauzer

Miniature Pinscher, Pomeranian

Unknown

2000s

Brown

Blue
Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Cream

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Silver
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Wiry

Straight

A Dutch Smoushond can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Pineranian can have a litter of 2-5 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Dutch Smoushonds have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Pineranians are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Dutch Smoushonds are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

While the Pineranian breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Eye Problems

Patellar Luxation
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)

Arthritis

Entropion
Ectropion
Eye Conditions (Cataracts, Lens Luxation)

OFA
Yearly Eye Exam
Yearly Physical Examination

Eyes
X-Rays
Skin Evaluation
Electrocardiograph (ECG - measures rate and rhythm)

Dutch Smoushonds are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Pineranians' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Dutch Smoushond has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Pineranian has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Dutch Smoushonds need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Pineranians need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Dutch Smoushond dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Pineranians bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Walking, Car rides, Tug-of-war

Fetch, Cuddling, Hiking, Walks, Playing fetch, Play keep away, Watching tv, Run, Go to Park, Walk, Road trip, Tug-of-war, Catch treats, Play, Off-leash, Snuggling, Running, Tricks

Dutch Smoushonds are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Pineranians are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Dutch Smoushond, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Pineranian, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Dutch Smoushonds usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Pineranians usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Dutch Smoushond should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Pineranian should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Dutch Smoushond is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Pineranian is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Dutch Smoushond is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Pineranian is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Dutch Smoushonds are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Pineranian is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

The Dutch Smoushond is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Pineranians make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Dutch Smoushonds are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Pineranians have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Dutch Smoushonds are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Pineranians are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Dutch Smoushonds are not known for being a highly playful breed.

Pineranians are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Dutch Smoushonds are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Pineranians are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.