Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Dachshund Versus King Shepherd: Introduction
- Dachshund versus King Shepherd: Overview
- Dachshund versus King Shepherd: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Dachshund and the King Shepherd
- The Similarities Between the Dachshund and the King Shepherd
- Size (Weight and Height) of Dachshund versus King Shepherd
- Price of Dachshund versus Price of King Shepherd
- Can Dachshunds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can King Shepherds Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Which one drools more, the Dachshund or the King Shepherd
- Is the Dachshund Easier to Train than the King Shepherd?
- Tolerates Being Alone: Dachshund versus King Shepherd
- Can Dachshunds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can King Shepherds Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Dachshund or the King Shepherd?
- Do Dachshunds shed more than King Shepherds?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Dachshund or the King Shepherd?
- Are Dachshunds good family dogs? What about King Shepherds?
- How Kid-friendly are Dachshunds and King Shepherds?
- Does the Dachshund Have a Higher Prey Drive than the King Shepherd?
- Do Dachshunds Bark and Howl? What about King Shepherds?
- Wanderlust Potential: Dachshund vs. King Shepherd
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Dachshund
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the King Shepherd
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Dachshund versus King Shepherd. Which One is a Better Pet?
Dachshund Versus King Shepherd: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Dachshund and the King Shepherd? 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 Dachshund and the King Shepherd 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 Dachshund and the King Shepherd.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Dachshund and the King Shepherd 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 Dachshund and for the King Shepherd. 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 Dachshund and the King Shepherd.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Dachshund or the King Shepherd
Dachshund versus King Shepherd: Overview
A very important difference between the Dachshund and the King Shepherd is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Dachshund is a tiny-sized dog while the King Shepherd is a giant-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Dachshund belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.
On the other hand, the King Shepherd belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offsprings of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds..
Dachshund versus King Shepherd: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Dachshund to the King Shepherd 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 | Dachshund | King Shepherd |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 11 years |
| Weight | 16 to 32 pounds | 75 to 150 pounds |
| General Health | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Height | 8 inches to 9 inches tall at the shoulder | 25 to 31 inches |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 10.5 years |
| Average Price | $1730 | $1560 |
| Price Range | $1000 – $2000 | $700 – $2500 |
| Temperament Score | 69.4 percent | No Data |
| 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 Dachshund 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 King Shepherd. 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 Dachshund is 69 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a King Shepherd is 84 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the King Shepherd is a better pet than the Dachshund. So, you should get the King Shepherd!
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 Dachshund and the King Shepherd so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Dachshund and the King Shepherd
Below is a list of where the Dachshund and the King Shepherd are most different:
The Similarities Between the Dachshund and the King Shepherd
The Dachshund and the King Shepherd are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Dachshund and the King Shepherd are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Dachshund versus King Shepherd
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Dachshund and the King Shepherd.
Dachshunds weigh 16 to 32 pounds when fully grown. Dachshunds are 8 inches to 9 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, King Shepherds weigh 75 to 150 pounds when fully grown. King Shepherds are 25 to 31 inches when fully grown.
Price of Dachshund versus Price of King Shepherd
The average price of the Dachshund puppy is $1730. The price of the Dachshund typically ranges from $1000 – $2000. However, the price of a Dachshund can be as low as $200 and as high as $24000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 698 Dachshund puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the King Shepherd puppy is $1560. The price of the King Shepherd typically ranges from $700 – $2500. However, the price of a King Shepherd can be as low as $150 and as high as $3000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 34 King Shepherd puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Dachshund is more expensive than the King Shepherd.
| Dachshund | King Shepherd | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1730 | $1560 |
| Price Range | $1000 to $2000 | $700 to $2500 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Dachshund and King Shepherd. For different price points, the charts show how many Dachshund puppies or how many King Shepherd puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Dachshunds. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of King Shepherds
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Dachshund puppy or the King Shepherd puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking from a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from one of those puppy mills that mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Can Dachshunds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can King Shepherds Tolerate Cold Weather?
Dachshunds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
King Shepherds can very well tolerate cold weather.
Which one drools more, the Dachshund or the King Shepherd
Dachshunds do have a very low tendency to drool.
King Shepherds have a very high tendency to drool.
Is the Dachshund Easier to Train than the King Shepherd?
Dachshunds are not easy to train.
King Shepherds are very easy to train.
Tolerates Being Alone: Dachshund versus King Shepherd
Dachshunds can be left alone only for a short time.
King Shepherds do not like to be left alone.
Can Dachshunds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can King Shepherds Tolerate Hot Weather?
Dachshunds can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
King Shepherds can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Dachshund or the King Shepherd?
Dachshunds get along fairly well with other dogs.
King Shepherds get along very well with other dogs.
Do Dachshunds shed more than King Shepherds?
Dachshunds shed moderately.
King Shepherds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Dachshund or the King Shepherd?
Dachshunds are moderately easy to groom.
King Shepherds are very easy to groom.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Dachshund or the King Shepherd?
Dachshunds are very good for new dog owners.
King Shepherds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Are Dachshunds good family dogs? What about King Shepherds?
Dachshunds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
King Shepherds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Dachshund Better for Apartment Owners than the King Shepherd?
Dachshunds adapt very well to apartment living.
King Shepherds adapt very well to apartment living.
How Kid-friendly are Dachshunds and King Shepherds?
Dachshunds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
King Shepherds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Dachshund Have a Higher Prey Drive than the King Shepherd?
Dachshunds 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.
King Shepherds 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.
Do Dachshunds Bark and Howl? What about King Shepherds?
Dachshunds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
King Shepherds are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Wanderlust Potential: Dachshund vs. King Shepherd
Dachshunds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
King Shepherds have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Dachshund
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Dachshund 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 Dachshund:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the King Shepherd
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the King Shepherd 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 King Shepherd:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Dachshund and how the King Shepherd compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Dachshund and of the King Shepherd to other breeds:
Dachshund Versus Other Dog Breeds
Dachshund versus Chorkie Dachshund versus Toy Fox Terrier Dachshund versus Japanese Spitz Dachshund versus Dutch Shepherd Dachshund versus Golden Retriever Dachshund versus Labradoodle Dachshund versus Pug Dachshund versus Spanish Mastiff Dachshund versus Field Spaniel Dachshund versus Akbash
King Shepherd Versus Other Dog Breeds
King Shepherd versus Shichon King Shepherd versus American Staffordshire Terrier King Shepherd versus American Hairless Terrier King Shepherd versus Whoodle King Shepherd versus Canaan Dog King Shepherd versus Pyrenean Mastiff King Shepherd versus Belgian Malinois King Shepherd versus Lhasapoo King Shepherd versus Golden Retriever King Shepherd versus Akita
Conclusion: Dachshund versus King Shepherd. 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 Dachshund and the King Shepherd better suits you and your family.