Is Kooikerhondje Playful?

Looking to get a Kooikerhondje and need to know whether Kooikerhondje is a playful breed and fun to be around?

According to dog experts, Kooikerhondje Dogs score 5 star out of 5 in the scale of the most playful dog breeds.


Is Kooikerhondje Playful?

Are Kooikerhondje Dogs Playful Dogs?

    One of the things we adore about dogs is their playfulness. But some breeds are generally more playful than others.

    So, in the spirit of a great time, we combed through our breed profiles to find the pet dog breeds that tend to be the most fun loving. It's necessary to bear in mind that most of these breeds are not couch potatoes or shrinking violets and, in fact, usually need lots of physical and mental stimulation so they don't become bored.

    You should bear in mind that all dogs are individuals - not all Labs are obsessed with playing fetch, and there are possibly even some Portuguese Water Dogs who don't like water.

    Of course, with any of these breeds, a dog's health and age will influence his level of liveliness. So even with these breeds, you should have a vet analyze your pet dog to make sure there are no underlying conditions before initiating any exuberant activities.

    Top 5 Most Playful Dog Breeds

    1. English Springer Spaniel - A vibrant and versatile breed, they are typically has plenty of energy and often appreciates a great play session-- especially if it's with his family. Encourage his playful nature through activities like fetch, hiking, tracking, flyball and agility.

    2. Labrador Retriever - Labs are generally fun-loving and playful demeanors are definitely part of it.

    3. Papillon - Pappillion's are small, spunky and smart, this breed needs to be entertained - or she'll find a way to amuse herself.

    4. Bearded Collie - These dogs are known for his trademark welcoming, and is normally an exuberant and boisterous breed who will entertain you with his clownish antics.

    5. Beagle - This breed is led by his nose, and likes to have lots of opportunity to use his powerful sniffer. That can be as simple as your hiding treats around your house or taking him on long, meandering walks outdoors.

Is Kooikerhondje Playful

Kooikerhondje Information

The Kooikerhondje is a small, flashy, orange and white spaniel-like sporting dog. Originally bred in Holland as a duck decoy dog, its heavily white plumed tail waves jauntily to entice and lure ducks to follow it into Eendenkooi (duck cages). When not working the traps, Kooikers were expected to work on the farm to catch vermin. The preferred height at the withers is 15 to 17 inches for males and 14 to 16 inches for females. The proportion of the Kooiker is off-square. The bone and substance of the Kooiker is moderate. The head should be in proportion to the dog. The expression is gentle and alert. Ears should be red in color and well feathered and ideally adorned with earrings. The color for the Kooiker should be predominately orange-red and may be patched or solid on pure white although a few small spots on the legs are acceptable. A black tail ring where the color changes from orange-red to white is permitted.

Cheerful, good natured, friendly, quiet, well-behaved, and alert; those are terms that are used to describe the Kooikerhondje. Depending on its domestic environment,[1]it is kind, happy and lively. They are also intelligent, attentive and more than willing to please their owner. The Kooikerhondje adapts to situations rather quickly, changing his behavior from quiet to lively when the situation allows him to be. He will not always immediately like strangers, instead choosing to retreat. But once he warms up to someone, the trust will be there for the rest of his life. The Kooikerhondje can make a fine apartment dog if exercised regularly, but a fenced yard will be more ideal. He has a medium energy level, yet is usually quiet when indoors.

What to do if you lose your Kooikerhondje

If your Kooikerhondje Dog or any other pet has gone missing and it does not have an identification tag with a phone number, you can:

1. List your missing pet details at Pet Reunite website here.

2. Register the lost pet on the Local Lost Pets Facebook Groups Here.

3. Phone the local vet clinics to see if anyone has brought in your lost pet.

4. Phone the RSPCA or Visit the RSPCA Lost Pets website and complete a Lost Pet Report.

5. Visit Lost Pets Pages of Animal Pounds.

What to do if you find a lost Kooikerhondje

If you find a Kooikerhondje Dog or any other pet and it does not have an identification tag with a phone number, you can:

1. List the found pet details at Pet Reunite website here.

2. Report the missing pet on the Local Facebook Lost Pets Groups.

3. Phone the Local Council to collect the lost animal.

4. Take the animal to the local Animal Shelter assigned to your suburb.

5. Take the animal to the local Vet who usually scan the animal’s microchip and contact the registered pet owner.

Laws Regarding Missing Pets

1. It is against the law to keep any animal that you find.

2. Pets are generally considered property and it is illegal to take and keep someone else’s property.

3. You must contact your local animal control unit and file a FOUND AN ANIMAL report for any dog or cat you find.

4. To reclaim your lost dog, cat or other pet from the animal shelter you must pay a release fee.

5. If your dog or cat is unregistered, you will have to register your pet before you can take it home.