Breed Comparison: Cavachon Versus Kai Ken

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Cavachon Versus Kai Ken: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Cavachon and the Kai Ken? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Cavachon and the Kai 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 Cavachon and the Kai Ken.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cavachon and the Kai 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 Cavachon and for the Kai Ken. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Cavachon and the Kai Ken.

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

Cavachon versus Kai Ken: Overview

A very important difference between the Cavachon and the Kai Ken is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Cavachon is a small-sized dog while the Kai Ken is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Cavachon belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

On the other hand, the Kai Ken belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.

Cavachon versus Kai Ken: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Cavachon to the Kai 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.

Factor Cavachon Kai Ken
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 4/5
Life Span 10 to 15 years 12 to 16 years
Height 12 to 13 inches 17 to 22 inches
Weight 15 to 35 pounds 25 to 45 pounds
Does NOT Shed 4/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 1/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 2/5
Easygoing 1/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 3/5
Average Lifespan 12.5 years 14.0 years
Average Price $2070 No Data
Price Range $1699 – $2500 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) DNA Test
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    *Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Cavachon 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 Kai 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 a Cavachon is 87 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Kai Ken is 73 out of 125.

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

    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 Cavachon and the Kai Ken so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cavachon and the Kai Ken

    Below is a list of where the Cavachon and the Kai Ken are most different:

  • Cavachons adapt well to apartment living. However, Kai Kens do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Cavachons are good for new dog owners. However, Kai Kens are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Cavachons are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone. However, Kai Kens are not very sensitive to their enviroment. They can tolerate noisy environments. They are also not very sensitive to the tone of your voice, firm or gentle.
  • Cavachons are very friendly towards strangers. However, Kai Kens are not very friendly towards strangers.

    • The Similarities Between the Cavachon and the Kai Ken

    The Cavachon and the Kai Ken are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Cavachon and the Kai Ken are most similar:

  • Both the Cavachon and the Kai Ken do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Kai Ken require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Kai 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 Cavachon and the Kai Ken are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Cavachon and the Kai Ken gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Kai Ken are very easy to train.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Kai Ken are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Kai Ken have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Kai Ken have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Kai Ken require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Kai Ken are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Kai Ken get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Cavachon versus Kai Ken

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Cavachon and the Kai Ken.

    Cavachons weigh 15 to 35 pounds when fully grown. Cavachons are 12 to 13 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Kai Kens weigh 25 to 45 pounds when fully grown. Kai Kens are 17 to 22 inches when fully grown.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Cavachon versus Kai Ken

    Cavachons do not like to be left alone.

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

    Which one drools more, the Cavachon or the Kai Ken

    Cavachons do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Kai Kens do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Do Cavachons shed more than Kai Kens?

    Cavachons do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

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

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Cavachon or the Kai Ken?

    Cavachons require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Kai Kens require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Wanderlust Potential: Cavachon vs. Kai Ken

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

    Kai Kens have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Cavachons Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Kai Kens Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Cavachons can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Kai Kens can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Can Cavachons Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Kai Kens Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Cavachons can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

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

    Do Cavachons Bark and Howl? What about Kai Kens?

    Cavachons bark and howl, but not very much.

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

    Is the Cavachon Easier to Train than the Kai Ken?

    Cavachons are very easy to train.

    Kai Kens are fairly easy to train.

    Does the Cavachon Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Kai Ken?

    Cavachons 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.

    Kai 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.

    Is the Cavachon Better for Apartment Owners than the Kai Ken?

    Cavachons adapt very well to apartment living.

    Kai Kens do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Cavachon or the Kai Ken?

    Cavachons are very good for new dog owners.

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

    Are Cavachons good family dogs? What about Kai Kens?

    Cavachons are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Kai Kens are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Cavachons and Kai Kens?

    Cavachons get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Kai Kens get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cavachon or the Kai Ken?

    Cavachons get along very well with other dogs.

    Kai Kens get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cavachon

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Kai Ken that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Kai Ken:

  • Icelandic Sheepdog (78 percent match with Kai Ken). Here is our comparison of the Cavachon vs Icelandic Sheepdog.
  • Kishu Ken (79 percent match with Kai Ken). Here is our comparison of the Cavachon vs Kishu Ken.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Kai Ken

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Cavachon that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Cavachon:

  • Bichon Frise (86 percent match with Cavachon). Here is our comparison of the Kai Ken vs Bichon Frise.
  • Bich Poo (85 percent match with Cavachon). Here is our comparison of the Kai Ken vs Bich Poo.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Cavachon and how the Kai Ken compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Cavachon and of the Kai Ken to other breeds:

    Cavachon Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Cavachon versus Treeing Walker Coonhound     Cavachon versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog     Cavachon versus Bullmastiff     Cavachon versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog     Cavachon versus English Setter     Cavachon versus Affenpinscher     Cavachon versus Bouvier des Flandres     Cavachon versus Bouvier des Flandres     Cavachon versus Papillon     Cavachon versus Pekingese     

    Kai Ken Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Kai Ken versus Lagotto Romagnolo     Kai Ken versus English Cocker Spaniel     Kai Ken versus Shiranian     Kai Ken versus Saint Berdoodle     Kai Ken versus Pomapoo     Kai Ken versus Silky Terrier     Kai Ken versus Bull Terrier     Kai Ken versus Belgian Tervuren     Kai Ken versus Italian Greyhound     Kai Ken versus Glen of Imaal Terrier     

    Conclusion: Cavachon versus Kai 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 Cavachon and the Kai Ken better suits you and your family.