The Kooikerhondje (Dutch for: Small cager dog) is a small spaniel-type breed from the Netherlands. They were orgininally used as a working dog, particularly in a duck cage to lure ducks. Kooikers were popular in the 17th and 18th century and appeared in the paintings of Rembrandt and Jan Steen. The breed has been gaining popularity in the Usa, Canada and Scandinavia. #kooikerhondje #kooiker #dog #hond #dutch