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- Dandie Dinmont Terrier Versus Kishu Ken: Introduction
- Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Kishu Ken: Overview
- Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Kishu Ken: Comparison Table
- The Similarities Between the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Kishu Ken
- Size (Weight and Height) of Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Kishu Ken
- Which one drools more, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier or the Kishu Ken
- Tolerates Being Alone: Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Kishu Ken
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier or the Kishu Ken?
- Is the Dandie Dinmont Terrier Easier to Train than the Kishu Ken?
- Do Dandie Dinmont Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Kishu Kens?
- Can Dandie Dinmont Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Kishu Kens Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Can Dandie Dinmont Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Kishu Kens Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier or the Kishu Ken?
- Do Dandie Dinmont Terriers shed more than Kishu Kens?
- Wanderlust Potential: Dandie Dinmont Terrier vs. Kishu Ken
- How Kid-friendly are Dandie Dinmont Terriers and Kishu Kens?
- Does the Dandie Dinmont Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Kishu Ken?
- Are Dandie Dinmont Terriers good family dogs? What about Kishu Kens?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Dandie Dinmont Terrier
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Kishu Ken
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Kishu Ken. Which One is a Better Pet?
Dandie Dinmont Terrier Versus Kishu Ken: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Dandie Dinmont Terrier 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 Dandie Dinmont Terrier 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 Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Kishu Ken.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Dandie Dinmont Terrier 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 Dandie Dinmont Terrier 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 Dandie Dinmont Terrier 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 Dandie Dinmont Terrier or the Kishu Ken
Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Kishu Ken: Overview
A very important difference between the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Kishu Ken is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Dandie Dinmont Terrier is a tiny-sized dog while the Kishu Ken is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.
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.
Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Kishu Ken: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Dandie Dinmont Terrier 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 | Dandie Dinmont Terrier | Kishu Ken |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 9 to 13 years |
| Weight | 18 to 24 pounds | 30 to 60 pounds |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Height | 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder | 17 to 22 inches |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 11.0 years |
| Price Range | No Data | No Data |
| Average Price | No Data | 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 Dandie Dinmont Terrier 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 Dandie Dinmont Terrier is 80 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Kishu Ken is 79 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier is a better pet than the Kishu Ken. So, you should get the Dandie Dinmont Terrier!
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 Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Kishu Ken so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Similarities Between the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Kishu Ken
The Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Kishu Ken are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Kishu Ken are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Kishu Ken
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Kishu Ken.
Dandie Dinmont Terriers weigh 18 to 24 pounds when fully grown. Dandie Dinmont Terriers are 8 to 11 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.
Which one drools more, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier or the Kishu Ken
Dandie Dinmont Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Kishu Kens do have a very low tendency to drool.
Tolerates Being Alone: Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Kishu Ken
Dandie Dinmont Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Kishu Kens can be left alone only for a short time.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier or the Kishu Ken?
Dandie Dinmont Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Kishu Kens are moderately easy to groom.
Is the Dandie Dinmont Terrier Easier to Train than the Kishu Ken?
Dandie Dinmont Terriers are not easy to train.
Kishu Kens are very easy to train.
Do Dandie Dinmont Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Kishu Kens?
Dandie Dinmont Terriers 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 Dandie Dinmont Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Kishu Kens Tolerate Cold Weather?
Dandie Dinmont Terriers can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Kishu Kens can very well tolerate cold weather.
Can Dandie Dinmont Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Kishu Kens Tolerate Hot Weather?
Dandie Dinmont Terriers 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.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier or the Kishu Ken?
Dandie Dinmont Terriers get along fairly well with other dogs.
Kishu Kens do not get along well with other dogs.
Do Dandie Dinmont Terriers shed more than Kishu Kens?
Dandie Dinmont Terriers shed moderately.
Kishu Kens shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Wanderlust Potential: Dandie Dinmont Terrier vs. Kishu Ken
Dandie Dinmont Terriers 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.
Is the Dandie Dinmont Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Kishu Ken?
Dandie Dinmont Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
Kishu Kens adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier or the Kishu Ken?
Dandie Dinmont Terriers are very good for new dog owners.
Kishu Kens are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
How Kid-friendly are Dandie Dinmont Terriers and Kishu Kens?
Dandie Dinmont Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Kishu Kens get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Does the Dandie Dinmont Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Kishu Ken?
Dandie Dinmont Terriers 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.
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.
Are Dandie Dinmont Terriers good family dogs? What about Kishu Kens?
Dandie Dinmont Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Kishu Kens are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Dandie Dinmont Terrier 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 Dandie Dinmont Terrier:
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 Dandie Dinmont Terrier and how the Kishu Ken compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and of the Kishu Ken to other breeds:
Dandie Dinmont Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Collie Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Pharaoh Hound Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Sloughi Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Bluetick Coonhound Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Bluetick Coonhound Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus King Shepherd Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Mountain Cur Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Norwegian Lundehund Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Boxerdoodle Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Puli
Kishu Ken Versus Other Dog Breeds
Kishu Ken versus Xoloitzcuintli Kishu Ken versus Airedale Terrier Kishu Ken versus Afador Kishu Ken versus Chow Chow Kishu Ken versus Boerboel Kishu Ken versus Bedlington Terrier Kishu Ken versus Pomeranian Kishu Ken versus Whoodle Kishu Ken versus Aussiedoodle Kishu Ken versus Pomsky
Conclusion: Dandie Dinmont Terrier 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 Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Kishu Ken better suits you and your family.