Breed Comparison: Berger Picard Versus Kishu Ken

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Berger Picard Versus Kishu Ken: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Berger Picard and the Kishu Ken? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Berger Picard and the Kishu Ken better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Berger Picard and the Kishu Ken.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Berger Picard and the Kishu Ken is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Berger Picard and for the Kishu Ken. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Berger Picard and the Kishu Ken.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Berger Picard or the Kishu Ken.

Berger Picard versus Kishu Ken: Overview

A very important difference between the Berger Picard and the Kishu Ken is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Berger Picard is a large-sized dog while the Kishu Ken is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Berger Picard belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.

On the other hand, the Kishu Ken belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.

Berger Picard versus Kishu Ken: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Berger Picard to the Kishu Ken based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Berger Picard and the Kishu Ken

Factor Berger Picard Kishu Ken
Does NOT Drool 5/5 4/5
Height 1 foot, 9 inches to 2 feet, 1 inch tall at the sho 17 to 22 inches
Life Span 13 to 14 years 9 to 13 years
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 3/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 2/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Easygoing 1/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 3/5
General Health 5/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 2/5
Weight 50 to 70 pounds 30 to 60 pounds
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 11.0 years
Average Price $2600 No Data
Price Range $2400 – $2800 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • DNA Repository
  • Eye Examination (min age 24 months effective 9/1/17)
  • Hip Dysplasia
    		•  No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Berger Picard in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Kishu Ken. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for the Berger Picard is 86 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Kishu Ken is 79 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Berger Picard is a better pet than the Kishu Ken. So, you should get the Berger Picard!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Berger Picard and the Kishu Ken so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Berger Picard and the Kishu Ken

    Below is a list of where the Berger Picard and the Kishu Ken are most different:

    • Berger Picards are very playful. However, Kishu Kens not very playful.

    The Similarities Between the Berger Picard and the Kishu Ken

    The Berger Picard and the Kishu Ken are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Berger Picard and the Kishu Ken are most similar:

    • Both the Berger Picard and the Kishu Ken do not have the tendency to drool.
    • Both the Berger Picard and the Kishu Ken are not very friendly towards strangers.
    • Both the Berger Picard and the Kishu Ken are not prone to nip and chew at things.
    • Both the Berger Picard and the Kishu Ken are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
    • Both the Berger Picard and the Kishu Ken do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
    • Both the Berger Picard and the Kishu Ken can tolerate cold weather.
    • Both the Berger Picard and the Kishu Ken shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
    • Both the Berger Picard and the Kishu Ken are very easy to train.
    • Both the Berger Picard and the Kishu Ken are highly intelligent.
    • Both the Berger Picard and the Kishu Ken are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
    • Both the Berger Picard and the Kishu Ken require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

    Size Comparison of Berger Picard versus Kishu Ken

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Berger Picard and the Kishu Ken.

    Berger Picards weigh 50 to 70 pounds when fully grown. Berger Picards are 1 foot, 9 inches to 2 feet, 1 inch tall at the sho when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Kishu Kens weigh 30 to 60 pounds when fully grown. Kishu Kens are 17 to 22 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Berger Picard versus Kishu Ken

    The lifespan of Berger Picards is between 13 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Berger Picards is 13.5 years.

    The lifespan of Kishu Kens is between 9 to 13 years. The average lifespan of Kishu Kens is 11.0 years.

    Berger Picards live longer than Kishu Kens.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Berger Picard versus Kishu Ken

    Berger Picards can be left alone only for a short time.

    Kishu Kens can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Berger Picards shed more than Kishu Kens?

    Berger Picards shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Kishu Kens shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Berger Picard or the Kishu Ken

    Berger Picards do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Kishu Kens do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Berger Picard or the Kishu Ken?

    Berger Picards are very easy to groom.

    Kishu Kens are moderately easy to groom.

    Does the Berger Picard Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Kishu Ken?

    Berger Picards have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Kishu Kens have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Do Berger Picards Bark and Howl? What about Kishu Kens?

    Berger Picards are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Kishu Kens are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Can Berger Picards Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Kishu Kens Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Berger Picards can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Kishu Kens can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Berger Picard vs. Kishu Ken

    Berger Picards do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Kishu Kens do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Can Berger Picards Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Kishu Kens Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Berger Picards can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Kishu Kens can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Berger Picard or the Kishu Ken?

    Berger Picards get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Kishu Kens do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Berger Picards good family dogs? What about Kishu Kens?

    Berger Picards are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Kishu Kens are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Berger Picards and Kishu Kens?

    Berger Picards get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Kishu Kens get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Is the Berger Picard Easier to Train than the Kishu Ken?

    Berger Picards are very easy to train.

    Kishu Kens are very easy to train.

    Is the Berger Picard Better for Apartment Owners than the Kishu Ken?

    Berger Picards adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Kishu Kens adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Berger Picard or the Kishu Ken?

    Berger Picards are very good for new dog owners.

    Kishu Kens are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Berger Picard versus Kishu Ken. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Berger Picard and the Kishu Ken better suits you and your family.