Are Keeshond dogs hard to train?

No, Keeshonden are not hard to train, but they need the right approach. Keeshonden are intelligent and can learn behaviors relatively quickly. However, like many spitz-type breeds, Keeshonden can have an independent streak, so they might choose to do things their own way or test boundaries. Keeshonden are sensitive dogs, and they respond best to gentle, positive reinforcement methods. Harsh or heavy-handed training techniques can be counterproductive.