Breed Comparison: Japanese Chin Versus Kooikerhondje

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Japanese Chin Versus Kooikerhondje: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Japanese Chin and the Kooikerhondje? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Japanese Chin and the Kooikerhondje 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 Japanese Chin and the Kooikerhondje.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Japanese Chin and the Kooikerhondje 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 Japanese Chin and for the Kooikerhondje. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Japanese Chin and the Kooikerhondje.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Japanese Chin or the Kooikerhondje.

Japanese Chin versus Kooikerhondje

Japanese Chin versus Kooikerhondje: Overview

A very important difference between the Japanese Chin and the Kooikerhondje is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Japanese Chin is a tiny-sized dog while the Kooikerhondje is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Japanese Chin 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 Kooikerhondje belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.

Japanese Chin versus Kooikerhondje: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Japanese Chin to the Kooikerhondje 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.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Japanese Chin and the Kooikerhondje

Factor Japanese Chin Kooikerhondje
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 5/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 5/5 1/5
Life Span 10 to 14 years 12 to 14 years
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 4/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 4/5 1/5
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 3/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 2/5
General Health 3/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Easy To Train 3/5 1/5
Intelligence 3/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 3/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Weight 4 to 9 pounds 20 to 25 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 4/5
Height 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 13.0 years
Average Price $1930 No Data
Price Range $1500 – $2100 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination, minimum age 3 years
  • Gangliosidosis (GM2)
  • Patellar Luxation
    		•  No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Japanese Chin 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 Kooikerhondje. 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 the Japanese Chin is 84 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Kooikerhondje is 70 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Japanese Chin is a better pet than the Kooikerhondje. So, you should get the Japanese Chin!

    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 Japanese Chin and the Kooikerhondje so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    Japanese Chin versus Kooikerhondje

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Japanese Chin and the Kooikerhondje

    Below is a list of where the Japanese Chin and the Kooikerhondje are most different:

  • Japanese Chins do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful. However, Kooikerhondjes do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Japanese Chins have low exercise needs. However, Kooikerhondjes require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

    • The Similarities Between the Japanese Chin and the Kooikerhondje

    The Japanese Chin and the Kooikerhondje are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Japanese Chin and the Kooikerhondje are most similar:

  • Both the Japanese Chin and the Kooikerhondje do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Japanese Chin and the Kooikerhondje do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Japanese Chin and the Kooikerhondje cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the Japanese Chin and the Kooikerhondje are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Japanese Chin and the Kooikerhondje are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Japanese Chin and the Kooikerhondje are very playful.
  • Both the Japanese Chin and the Kooikerhondje adapt well to apartment living.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Japanese Chin versus Kooikerhondje

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Japanese Chin and the Kooikerhondje.

    Japanese Chins weigh 4 to 9 pounds when fully grown. Japanese Chins are 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Kooikerhondjes weigh 20 to 25 pounds when fully grown. Kooikerhondjes are 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Japanese Chin versus Kooikerhondje

    The lifespan of Japanese Chins is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Japanese Chins is 12.0 years.

    The lifespan of Kooikerhondjes is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Kooikerhondjes is 13.0 years.

    Kooikerhondjes live longer than Japanese Chins.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Japanese Chin versus Kooikerhondje

    Japanese Chins do not like to be left alone.

    Kooikerhondjes do not like to be left alone.

    Do Japanese Chins shed more than Kooikerhondjes?

    Japanese Chins shed moderately.

    Kooikerhondjes shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Japanese Chin or the Kooikerhondje

    Japanese Chins do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Kooikerhondjes do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Japanese Chin or the Kooikerhondje?

    Japanese Chins are moderately easy to groom.

    Kooikerhondjes require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the Japanese Chin Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Kooikerhondje?

    Japanese Chins have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Kooikerhondjes have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do Japanese Chins Bark and Howl? What about Kooikerhondjes?

    Japanese Chins bark and howl, but not very much.

    Kooikerhondjes bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Japanese Chins Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Kooikerhondjes Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Japanese Chins can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Kooikerhondjes can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Japanese Chin vs. Kooikerhondje

    Japanese Chins do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Kooikerhondjes have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Japanese Chins Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Kooikerhondjes Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Japanese Chins cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Kooikerhondjes can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Japanese Chin or the Kooikerhondje?

    Japanese Chins get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Japanese Chins good family dogs? What about Kooikerhondjes?

    Japanese Chins are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.

    Kooikerhondjes are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Japanese Chins and Kooikerhondjes?

    Japanese Chins get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

    Is the Japanese Chin Easier to Train than the Kooikerhondje?

    Japanese Chins are fairly easy to train.

    Kooikerhondjes are not easy to train.

    Is the Japanese Chin Better for Apartment Owners than the Kooikerhondje?

    Japanese Chins adapt very well to apartment living.

    Kooikerhondjes adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Japanese Chin or the Kooikerhondje?

    Japanese Chins are very good for new dog owners.

    Kooikerhondjes are OK for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Japanese Chin

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Japanese Chin 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 Japanese Chin:

  • Pomapoo (77 percent match with Japanese Chin). Here is our comparison of the Kooikerhondje vs Pomapoo.
  • Peek A Poo (79 percent match with Japanese Chin). Here is our comparison of the Kooikerhondje vs Peek A Poo.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Kooikerhondje

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje:

  • Lakeland Terrier (75 percent match with Kooikerhondje). Here is our comparison of the Japanese Chin vs Lakeland Terrier.
  • Lhasapoo (75 percent match with Kooikerhondje). Here is our comparison of the Japanese Chin vs Lhasapoo.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Japanese Chin and how the Kooikerhondje compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Japanese Chin and of the Kooikerhondje to other breeds:

    Japanese Chin Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Kooikerhondje Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Kooikerhondje versus Irish Setter     Kooikerhondje versus American Eskimo Dog     Kooikerhondje versus Frenchton     Kooikerhondje versus Kerry Blue Terrier     Kooikerhondje versus Havanese     Kooikerhondje versus Schipperke     Kooikerhondje versus Flat-Coated Retriever     Kooikerhondje versus Bichon Frise     Kooikerhondje versus Portuguese Water Dog     Kooikerhondje versus Cairn Terrier     Kooikerhondje versus Goldador     Kooikerhondje versus Dachshund     Kooikerhondje versus Toy Fox Terrier     Kooikerhondje versus Curly-Coated Retriever     Kooikerhondje versus Spanish Mastiff     Kooikerhondje versus Chinook     Kooikerhondje versus English Toy Spaniel     Kooikerhondje versus Miniature Schnauzer     Kooikerhondje versus Vizsla     Kooikerhondje versus Flat-Coated Retriever     Kooikerhondje versus Chorkie     Kooikerhondje versus Lowchen     Kooikerhondje versus Standard Schnauzer     Kooikerhondje versus Irish Terrier     Kooikerhondje versus Cavapoo     

    Conclusion: Japanese Chin versus Kooikerhondje. 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 Japanese Chin and the Kooikerhondje better suits you and your family.