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- Coton de Tulear Versus Kishu Ken: Introduction
- Coton de Tulear versus Kishu Ken: Overview
- Coton de Tulear versus Kishu Ken: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Coton de Tulear and the Kishu Ken
- The Similarities Between the Coton de Tulear and the Kishu Ken
- Size (Weight and Height) of Coton de Tulear versus Kishu Ken
- Tolerates Being Alone: Coton de Tulear versus Kishu Ken
- Do Coton de Tulears shed more than Kishu Kens?
- Which one drools more, the Coton de Tulear or the Kishu Ken
- Does the Coton de Tulear Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Kishu Ken?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Coton de Tulear or the Kishu Ken?
- Do Coton de Tulears Bark and Howl? What about Kishu Kens?
- Can Coton de Tulears Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Kishu Kens Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Can Coton de Tulears Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Kishu Kens Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Is the Coton de Tulear Easier to Train than the Kishu Ken?
- Wanderlust Potential: Coton de Tulear vs. Kishu Ken
- Are Coton de Tulears good family dogs? What about Kishu Kens?
- How Kid-friendly are Coton de Tulears and Kishu Kens?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Coton de Tulear or the Kishu Ken?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Coton de Tulear
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Kishu Ken
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Coton de Tulear versus Kishu Ken. Which One is a Better Pet?
Coton de Tulear Versus Kishu Ken: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Coton de Tulear and the Kishu 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 Coton de Tulear 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 Coton de Tulear and the Kishu Ken.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Coton de Tulear 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 Coton de Tulear 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 more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Coton de Tulear 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 Coton de Tulear or the Kishu Ken
Coton de Tulear versus Kishu Ken: Overview
A very important difference between the Coton de Tulear and the Kishu Ken is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Coton de Tulear is a tiny-sized dog while the Kishu Ken is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Coton de Tulear 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.
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.
Coton de Tulear versus Kishu Ken: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Coton de Tulear 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.
| Factor | Coton de Tulear | Kishu Ken |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Life Span | 14 to 16 years | 9 to 13 years |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| General Health | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Height | 8 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder | 17 to 22 inches |
| Weight | 8 to 13 pounds | 30 to 60 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 15.0 years | 11.0 years |
| Average Price | $2060 | No Data |
| Price Range | $1745 – $2500 | No Data |
| Temperament Score | ||
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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No Data |
*Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Coton de Tulear 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 a Coton de Tulear is 94 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Kishu Ken is 79 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Coton de Tulear is a better pet than the Kishu Ken. So, you should get the Coton de Tulear!
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 Coton de Tulear 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 Coton de Tulear and the Kishu Ken
Below is a list of where the Coton de Tulear and the Kishu Ken are most different:
The Similarities Between the Coton de Tulear and the Kishu Ken
The Coton de Tulear and the Kishu Ken are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Coton de Tulear and the Kishu Ken are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Coton de Tulear versus Kishu Ken
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Coton de Tulear and the Kishu Ken.
Coton de Tulears weigh 8 to 13 pounds when fully grown. Coton de Tulears are 8 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder 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.
Tolerates Being Alone: Coton de Tulear versus Kishu Ken
Coton de Tulears do not like to be left alone.
Kishu Kens can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Coton de Tulears shed more than Kishu Kens?
Coton de Tulears do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Kishu Kens shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Coton de Tulear or the Kishu Ken
Coton de Tulears do have a very low tendency to drool.
Kishu Kens do have a very low tendency to drool.
Does the Coton de Tulear Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Kishu Ken?
Coton de Tulears have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other 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.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Coton de Tulear or the Kishu Ken?
Coton de Tulears require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Kishu Kens are moderately easy to groom.
Do Coton de Tulears Bark and Howl? What about Kishu Kens?
Coton de Tulears 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 Coton de Tulears Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Kishu Kens Tolerate Cold Weather?
Coton de Tulears can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Kishu Kens can very well tolerate cold weather.
Can Coton de Tulears Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Kishu Kens Tolerate Hot Weather?
Coton de Tulears 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.
Is the Coton de Tulear Easier to Train than the Kishu Ken?
Coton de Tulears are fairly easy to train.
Kishu Kens are very easy to train.
Wanderlust Potential: Coton de Tulear vs. Kishu Ken
Coton de Tulears have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Kishu Kens do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Coton de Tulear or the Kishu Ken?
Coton de Tulears are very good for new dog owners.
Kishu Kens are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Is the Coton de Tulear Better for Apartment Owners than the Kishu Ken?
Coton de Tulears adapt very well to apartment living.
Kishu Kens adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Are Coton de Tulears good family dogs? What about Kishu Kens?
Coton de Tulears 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 Coton de Tulears and Kishu Kens?
Coton de Tulears get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Kishu Kens get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Coton de Tulear or the Kishu Ken?
Coton de Tulears get along very well with other dogs.
Kishu Kens do not get along well with other dogs.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Coton de Tulear
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Coton de Tulear 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 Coton de Tulear:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Kishu Ken
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Kishu 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 Kishu Ken:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Coton de Tulear and how the Kishu Ken compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Coton de Tulear and of the Kishu Ken to other breeds:
Coton de Tulear Versus Other Dog Breeds
Coton de Tulear versus Whoodle Coton de Tulear versus Doberman Pinscher Coton de Tulear versus Bernese Mountain Dog Coton de Tulear versus Australian Terrier Coton de Tulear versus Komondor Coton de Tulear versus Dogo Argentino Coton de Tulear versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Coton de Tulear versus Sealyham Terrier Coton de Tulear versus Great Dane Coton de Tulear versus Alaskan Malamute
Kishu Ken Versus Other Dog Breeds
Kishu Ken versus Sloughi Kishu Ken versus Tibetan Mastiff Kishu Ken versus Plott Kishu Ken versus Field Spaniel Kishu Ken versus Scottish Terrier Kishu Ken versus American Staffordshire Terrier Kishu Ken versus American Eskimo Dog Kishu Ken versus Saint Berdoodle Kishu Ken versus Siberian Husky Kishu Ken versus Cocker Spaniel
Conclusion: Coton de Tulear 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 Coton de Tulear and the Kishu Ken better suits you and your family.