Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Collie Versus Kai Ken: Introduction
- Collie versus Kai Ken: Overview
- Collie versus Kai Ken: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Collie and the Kai Ken
- The Similarities Between the Collie and the Kai Ken
- Size (Weight and Height) of Collie versus Kai Ken
- Lifespan of Collie versus Kai Ken
- Temperament of the Collie Versus the Kai Ken
- Health Problems of Collie versus Health Problems of Kai Ken
- Tolerates Being Alone: Collie versus Kai Ken
- Do Collies shed more than Kai Kens?
- Which one drools more, the Collie or the Kai Ken
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Collie or the Kai Ken?
- Does the Collie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Kai Ken?
- Do Collies Bark and Howl? What about Kai Kens?
- Can Collies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Kai Kens Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Collie vs. Kai Ken
- Can Collies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Kai Kens Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Collie or the Kai Ken?
- Are Collies good family dogs? What about Kai Kens?
- How Kid-friendly are Collies and Kai Kens?
- Is the Collie Easier to Train than the Kai Ken?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Collie
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Kai Ken
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Collie versus Kai Ken. Which One is a Better Pet?
Collie Versus Kai Ken: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Collie and the Kai 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 Collie 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 Collie and the Kai Ken.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Collie 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 Collie 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 with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Collie 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 Collie or the Kai Ken.
Collie versus Kai Ken: Overview
Both the Collie and the Kai Ken are similar in size. The Collie and the Kai Ken are both medium-sized dogs.
Furthermore, the Collie 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 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.
Collie versus Kai Ken: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Collie 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.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Collie and the Kai Ken
| Factor | Collie | Kai Ken |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 14 years | 12 to 16 years |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Height | 22 to 26 inches all at the shoulder | 17 to 22 inches |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Weight | 50 to 70 pounds | 25 to 45 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 14.0 years |
| Average Price | $1480 | No Data |
| Price Range | $1000 – $1800 | No Data |
| Temperament Score | 80.8 percent | 100.0 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
|
|
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Collie 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 the Collie is 83 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Kai Ken is 73 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Collie is a better pet than the Kai Ken. So, you should get the Collie!
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 Collie 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 Collie and the Kai Ken
Below is a list of where the Collie and the Kai Ken are most different:
The Similarities Between the Collie and the Kai Ken
The Collie and the Kai Ken are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Collie and the Kai Ken are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Collie versus Kai Ken
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Collie and the Kai Ken.
Collies weigh 50 to 70 pounds when fully grown. Collies are 22 to 26 inches all at the shoulder 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.
Lifespan of Collie versus Kai Ken
The lifespan of Collies is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Collies is 12.0 years.
The lifespan of Kai Kens is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Kai Kens is 14.0 years.
Kai Kens live longer than Collies.
Temperament of the Collie Versus the Kai Ken
The Kai Ken has a better temperament than the Collie.
This is because the temperament score for the Kai Ken is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Collie is 80.8 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 80.8 percent, the Collie has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 100.0 percent, the Kai Ken has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Collie and the Kai Ken by measuring the temperaments of 896 Collies and 1 Kai Kens.
Health Problems of Collie versus Health Problems of Kai Ken
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.
Both the Collie and the Kai Ken are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.
The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.
Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Collie is prone to more genetic health problems than the Kai Ken.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Collie than for the Kai Ken.
4 health tests are recommended for Collie while 2 tests are recommended for the Kai Ken.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Collies and in Kai Kens.
Collie Health Problems
Collies are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Collie puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Collie puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Collie breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Collies for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Collies here.
Kai Ken Health Problems
Kai Kens are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Kai Ken puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Kai Ken puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Kai Ken breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Kai Kens for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Kai Kens here.
Tolerates Being Alone: Collie versus Kai Ken
Collies do not like to be left alone.
Kai Kens can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Collies shed more than Kai Kens?
Collies shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Kai Kens shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Collie or the Kai Ken
Collies do have a very low tendency to drool.
Kai Kens do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Collie or the Kai Ken?
Collies 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.
Does the Collie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Kai Ken?
Collies 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.
Do Collies Bark and Howl? What about Kai Kens?
Collies are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Kai Kens are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Collies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Kai Kens Tolerate Cold Weather?
Collies can very well tolerate cold weather.
Kai Kens can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Collie vs. Kai Ken
Collies 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 Collies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Kai Kens Tolerate Hot Weather?
Collies 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.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Collie or the Kai Ken?
Collies get along very well with other dogs.
Kai Kens get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Collies good family dogs? What about Kai Kens?
Collies 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 Collies and Kai Kens?
Collies get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Kai Kens get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Collie Easier to Train than the Kai Ken?
Collies are very easy to train.
Kai Kens are fairly easy to train.
Is the Collie Better for Apartment Owners than the Kai Ken?
Collies adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Kai Kens do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Collie or the Kai Ken?
Collies are very good for new dog owners.
Kai Kens are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Collie
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Collie 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 Collie:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Kai Ken
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:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Collie and how the Kai Ken compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Collie and of the Kai Ken to other breeds:
Collie Versus Other Dog Breeds
Collie versus Bolognese Collie versus Bernedoodle Collie versus Bolognese Collie versus Standard Schnauzer Collie versus Lagotto Romagnolo Collie versus Peek A Poo Collie versus Bull Terrier Collie versus Akita Collie versus Dogo Argentino Collie versus Mal Shi Collie versus Golden Cocker Retriever Collie versus Shetland Sheepdog Collie versus American Staffordshire Terrier Collie versus Schipperke Collie versus Sloughi Collie versus Australian Terrier Collie versus Hovawart Collie versus Siberian Husky Collie versus Patterdale Terrier Collie versus Kerry Blue Terrier Collie versus Manchester Terrier Collie versus Belgian Malinois Collie versus Great Pyrenees Collie versus Barbet Collie versus French Spaniel
Kai Ken Versus Other Dog Breeds
Kai Ken versus Irish Water Spaniel Kai Ken versus Labradoodle Kai Ken versus Finnish Lapphund Kai Ken versus Cairn Terrier Kai Ken versus Cockapoo Kai Ken versus Korean Jindo Dog Kai Ken versus Goldendoodle Kai Ken versus Norwegian Buhund Kai Ken versus Shichon Kai Ken versus American Staffordshire Terrier Kai Ken versus Neapolitan Mastiff Kai Ken versus Alaskan Malamute Kai Ken versus Shetland Sheepdog Kai Ken versus Kishu Ken Kai Ken versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Kai Ken versus Golden Retriever Kai Ken versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde Kai Ken versus American Bulldog Kai Ken versus Pharaoh Hound Kai Ken versus Dachshund Kai Ken versus Tibetan Mastiff Kai Ken versus Whoodle Kai Ken versus Komondor Kai Ken versus Spanish Mastiff Kai Ken versus Border Collie
Conclusion: Collie 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 Collie and the Kai Ken better suits you and your family.