Breed Comparison: Entlebucher Mountain Dog Versus Kishu Ken

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Entlebucher Mountain Dog Versus Kishu Ken: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Entlebucher Mountain Dog 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 Entlebucher Mountain Dog 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 Entlebucher Mountain Dog and the Kishu Ken.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Entlebucher Mountain Dog 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 Entlebucher Mountain Dog 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 Entlebucher Mountain Dog 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 Entlebucher Mountain Dog or the Kishu Ken

Entlebucher Mountain Dog versus Kishu Ken: Overview

Both the Entlebucher Mountain Dog and the Kishu Ken are similar in size. The Entlebucher Mountain Dog and the Kishu Ken are both medium-sized dogs.

Furthermore, the Entlebucher Mountain Dog 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 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.

Entlebucher Mountain Dog versus Kishu Ken: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Entlebucher Mountain Dog 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 Entlebucher Mountain Dog Kishu Ken
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 4/5
Life Span 10 to 13 years 9 to 13 years
Height 16 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder 17 to 22 inches
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 2/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Easy To Train 3/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 4/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 5/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 3/5
Weight 45 to 65 pounds 30 to 60 pounds
Affectionate With Family 5/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 1/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 2/5
Average Lifespan 11.5 years 11.0 years
Average Price $2020 No Data
Price Range $920 – $2500 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) DNA Test
    		•  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 Entlebucher Mountain Dog 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 Entlebucher Mountain Dog is 72 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Kishu Ken is 79 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Kishu Ken is a better pet than the Entlebucher Mountain Dog. So, you should get the Kishu Ken!

    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 Entlebucher Mountain Dog 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 Entlebucher Mountain Dog and the Kishu Ken

    Below is a list of where the Entlebucher Mountain Dog and the Kishu Ken are most different:

  • Entlebucher Mountain Dogs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl. However, Kishu Kens are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Entlebucher Mountain Dogs are very playful. However, Kishu Kens not very playful.

    • The Similarities Between the Entlebucher Mountain Dog and the Kishu Ken

    The Entlebucher Mountain Dog and the Kishu Ken are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Entlebucher Mountain Dog and the Kishu Ken are most similar:

  • Both the Entlebucher Mountain Dog and the Kishu Ken do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Entlebucher Mountain Dog and the Kishu Ken are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Entlebucher Mountain Dog and the Kishu Ken cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the Entlebucher Mountain Dog and the Kishu Ken are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Entlebucher Mountain Dog and the Kishu Ken are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Entlebucher Mountain Dog and the Kishu Ken can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Entlebucher Mountain Dog and the Kishu Ken are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Entlebucher Mountain Dog and the Kishu Ken have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Entlebucher Mountain Dog and the Kishu Ken do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Entlebucher Mountain Dog and the Kishu Ken require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Entlebucher Mountain Dog versus Kishu Ken

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Entlebucher Mountain Dog and the Kishu Ken.

    Entlebucher Mountain Dogs weigh 45 to 65 pounds when fully grown. Entlebucher Mountain Dogs are 16 to 20 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.

    Is the Entlebucher Mountain Dog Better for Apartment Owners than the Kishu Ken?

    Entlebucher Mountain Dogs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Kishu Kens adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Which one drools more, the Entlebucher Mountain Dog or the Kishu Ken

    Entlebucher Mountain Dogs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Kishu Kens do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Entlebucher Mountain Dog or the Kishu Ken?

    Entlebucher Mountain Dogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Kishu Kens are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Can Entlebucher Mountain Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Kishu Kens Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Entlebucher Mountain Dogs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Kishu Kens can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Entlebucher Mountain Dog versus Kishu Ken

    Entlebucher Mountain Dogs can be left alone only for a short time.

    Kishu Kens can be left alone only for a short time.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Entlebucher Mountain Dog or the Kishu Ken?

    Entlebucher Mountain Dogs get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Kishu Kens do not get along well with other dogs.

    Do Entlebucher Mountain Dogs shed more than Kishu Kens?

    Entlebucher Mountain Dogs shed moderately.

    Kishu Kens shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Is the Entlebucher Mountain Dog Easier to Train than the Kishu Ken?

    Entlebucher Mountain Dogs are fairly easy to train.

    Kishu Kens are very easy to train.

    Wanderlust Potential: Entlebucher Mountain Dog vs. Kishu Ken

    Entlebucher Mountain Dogs 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.

    Can Entlebucher Mountain Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Kishu Kens Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Entlebucher Mountain Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Kishu Kens can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Does the Entlebucher Mountain Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Kishu Ken?

    Entlebucher Mountain Dogs 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 Entlebucher Mountain Dogs good family dogs? What about Kishu Kens?

    Entlebucher Mountain Dogs 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 Entlebucher Mountain Dogs and Kishu Kens?

    Entlebucher Mountain Dogs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Kishu Kens get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Entlebucher Mountain Dog or the Kishu Ken?

    Entlebucher Mountain Dogs are very easy to groom.

    Kishu Kens are moderately easy to groom.

    Do Entlebucher Mountain Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Kishu Kens?

    Entlebucher Mountain Dogs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Kishu Kens are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Entlebucher Mountain Dog

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Entlebucher Mountain Dog 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 Entlebucher Mountain Dog:

  • Black Mouth Cur (81 percent match with Entlebucher Mountain Dog). Here is our comparison of the Kishu Ken vs Black Mouth Cur.
  • Bluetick Coonhound (80 percent match with Entlebucher Mountain Dog). Here is our comparison of the Kishu Ken vs Bluetick Coonhound.

    • 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:

  • Alaskan Klee Kai (76 percent match with Kishu Ken). Here is our comparison of the Entlebucher Mountain Dog vs Alaskan Klee Kai.
  • Dutch Shepherd (78 percent match with Kishu Ken). Here is our comparison of the Entlebucher Mountain Dog vs Dutch Shepherd.
  • Kai Ken (79 percent match with Kishu Ken). Here is our comparison of the Entlebucher Mountain Dog vs Kai Ken.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Entlebucher Mountain Dog and how the Kishu Ken compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Entlebucher Mountain Dog and of the Kishu Ken to other breeds:

    Entlebucher Mountain Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Entlebucher Mountain Dog versus Kishu Ken     Entlebucher Mountain Dog versus Welsh Springer Spaniel     Entlebucher Mountain Dog versus Plott     Entlebucher Mountain Dog versus Black Mouth Cur     Entlebucher Mountain Dog versus American Eskimo Dog     Entlebucher Mountain Dog versus Australian Cattle Dog     Entlebucher Mountain Dog versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     Entlebucher Mountain Dog versus Norwegian Buhund     Entlebucher Mountain Dog versus English Setter     Entlebucher Mountain Dog versus Harrier     

    Kishu Ken Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Kishu Ken versus Berger Picard     Kishu Ken versus American Hairless Terrier     Kishu Ken versus Boykin Spaniel     Kishu Ken versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog     Kishu Ken versus Black Russian Terrier     Kishu Ken versus Schipperke     Kishu Ken versus Goldador     Kishu Ken versus Standard Schnauzer     Kishu Ken versus Bearded Collie     Kishu Ken versus Stabyhoun     

    Conclusion: Entlebucher Mountain Dog 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 Entlebucher Mountain Dog and the Kishu Ken better suits you and your family.