Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Dalmatian Versus Kai Ken: Introduction
- Dalmatian versus Kai Ken: Overview
- Dalmatian versus Kai Ken: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Dalmatian and the Kai Ken
- The Similarities Between the Dalmatian and the Kai Ken
- Size (Weight and Height) of Dalmatian versus Kai Ken
- Health Problems of Dalmatian versus Health Problems of Kai Ken
- Which one drools more, the Dalmatian or the Kai Ken
- Does the Dalmatian Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Kai Ken?
- Do Dalmatians Bark and Howl? What about Kai Kens?
- Tolerates Being Alone: Dalmatian versus Kai Ken
- Can Dalmatians Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Kai Kens Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Can Dalmatians Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Kai Kens Tolerate Hot Weather?
- How Kid-friendly are Dalmatians and Kai Kens?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Dalmatian or the Kai Ken?
- Is the Dalmatian Easier to Train than the Kai Ken?
- Wanderlust Potential: Dalmatian vs. Kai Ken
- Are Dalmatians good family dogs? What about Kai Kens?
- Do Dalmatians shed more than Kai Kens?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Dalmatian or the Kai Ken?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Dalmatian
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Kai Ken
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Dalmatian versus Kai Ken. Which One is a Better Pet?
Dalmatian Versus Kai Ken: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Dalmatian 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 Dalmatian 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 Dalmatian and the Kai Ken.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Dalmatian 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 Dalmatian 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 Dalmatian 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 Dalmatian or the Kai Ken
Dalmatian versus Kai Ken: Overview
Both the Dalmatian and the Kai Ken are similar in size. The Dalmatian and the Kai Ken are both medium-sized dogs.
Furthermore, both the Dalmatian and the Kai Ken are Companion Dogs. This means both the Dalmatian and the Kai Ken 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.
Dalmatian versus Kai Ken: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Dalmatian 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 | Dalmatian | Kai Ken |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 13 to 16 years | 12 to 16 years |
| Height | 19 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder | 17 to 22 inches |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| 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 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 48 to 55 pounds | 25 to 45 pounds |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 14.5 years | 14.0 years |
| Average Price | $1410 | No Data |
| Price Range | $1000 – $1800 | No Data |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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*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 Dalmatian 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 Dalmatian is 80 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Kai Ken is 73 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Dalmatian is a better pet than the Kai Ken. So, you should get the Dalmatian!
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 Dalmatian 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 Dalmatian and the Kai Ken
Below is a list of where the Dalmatian and the Kai Ken are most different:
The Similarities Between the Dalmatian and the Kai Ken
The Dalmatian and the Kai Ken are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Dalmatian and the Kai Ken are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Dalmatian versus Kai Ken
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Dalmatian and the Kai Ken.
Dalmatians weigh 48 to 55 pounds when fully grown. Dalmatians are 19 to 24 inches tall 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.
Health Problems of Dalmatian versus Health Problems of Kai Ken
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. Therefore, there is nothing like a perfect puppy.
Both the Dalmatian 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 Kai Ken is prone to the same number of genetic health problems as the Dalmatian.
2 health tests are recommended for Dalmatian while 2 tests are recommended for the Kai Ken.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Dalmatians and in Kai Kens.
Dalmatian Health Problems
Dalmatians are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Dalmatian 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 Dalmatian puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Dalmatian 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 Dalmatians for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Dalmatians 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.
Which one drools more, the Dalmatian or the Kai Ken
Dalmatians do have a very low tendency to drool.
Kai Kens do have a very low tendency to drool.
Is the Dalmatian Better for Apartment Owners than the Kai Ken?
Dalmatians do not adapt well to apartment living.
Kai Kens do not adapt well to apartment living.
Does the Dalmatian Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Kai Ken?
Dalmatians 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.
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 Dalmatians Bark and Howl? What about Kai Kens?
Dalmatians are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Kai Kens are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Dalmatian or the Kai Ken?
Dalmatians are OK for new dog owners.
Kai Kens are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Tolerates Being Alone: Dalmatian versus Kai Ken
Dalmatians can be left alone only for a short time.
Kai Kens can be left alone only for a short time.
Can Dalmatians Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Kai Kens Tolerate Cold Weather?
Dalmatians can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Kai Kens can very well tolerate cold weather.
Can Dalmatians Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Kai Kens Tolerate Hot Weather?
Dalmatians can tolerate hot weather.
Kai Kens can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
How Kid-friendly are Dalmatians and Kai Kens?
Dalmatians 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 Dalmatian or the Kai Ken?
Dalmatians get along very well with other dogs.
Kai Kens get along fairly well with other dogs.
Is the Dalmatian Easier to Train than the Kai Ken?
Dalmatians are very easy to train.
Kai Kens are fairly easy to train.
Wanderlust Potential: Dalmatian vs. Kai Ken
Dalmatians have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Kai Kens have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Are Dalmatians good family dogs? What about Kai Kens?
Dalmatians are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Kai Kens are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Do Dalmatians shed more than Kai Kens?
Dalmatians shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Kai Kens shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Dalmatian or the Kai Ken?
Dalmatians are very easy to groom.
Kai Kens require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Dalmatian
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Dalmatian 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 Dalmatian:
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 Dalmatian and how the Kai Ken compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Dalmatian and of the Kai Ken to other breeds:
Dalmatian Versus Other Dog Breeds
Dalmatian versus Swedish Vallhund Dalmatian versus Harrier Dalmatian versus Field Spaniel Dalmatian versus German Longhaired Pointer Dalmatian versus Cavachon Dalmatian versus Harrier Dalmatian versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Dalmatian versus Mal Shi Dalmatian versus Aussiedoodle Dalmatian versus Leonberger
Kai Ken Versus Other Dog Breeds
Kai Ken versus Catahoula Leopard Dog Kai Ken versus Boxerdoodle Kai Ken versus Rhodesian Ridgeback Kai Ken versus Redbone Coonhound Kai Ken versus Braque du Bourbonnais Kai Ken versus Finnish Spitz Kai Ken versus Labradoodle Kai Ken versus Shetland Sheepdog Kai Ken versus Borzoi Kai Ken versus Icelandic Sheepdog
Conclusion: Dalmatian 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 Dalmatian and the Kai Ken better suits you and your family.