Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Kai Ken Versus Bich Poo: Introduction
- Kai Ken versus Bich Poo: Overview
- Kai Ken versus Bich Poo: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Kai Ken and the Bich Poo
- The Similarities Between the Kai Ken and the Bich Poo
- Size (Weight and Height) of Kai Ken versus Bich Poo
- Lifespan of Kai Ken versus Bich Poo
- Tolerates Being Alone: Kai Ken versus Bich Poo
- Do Kai Kens shed more than Bich Poos?
- Which one drools more, the Kai Ken or the Bich Poo
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Kai Ken or the Bich Poo?
- Does the Kai Ken Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Bich Poo?
- Do Kai Kens Bark and Howl? What about Bich Poos?
- Can Kai Kens Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Bich Poos Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Kai Ken vs. Bich Poo
- Can Kai Kens Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Bich Poos Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Kai Ken or the Bich Poo?
- Are Kai Kens good family dogs? What about Bich Poos?
- How Kid-friendly are Kai Kens and Bich Poos?
- Is the Kai Ken Easier to Train than the Bich Poo?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Kai Ken
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Bich Poo
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Kai Ken versus Bich Poo. Which One is a Better Pet?
Kai Ken Versus Bich Poo: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Kai Ken and the Bich Poo? 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 Kai Ken and the Bich Poo 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 Kai Ken and the Bich Poo.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Kai Ken and the Bich Poo 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 Kai Ken and for the Bich Poo. 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 Kai Ken and the Bich Poo.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Kai Ken or the Bich Poo.
Kai Ken versus Bich Poo: Overview
A very important difference between the Kai Ken and the Bich Poo is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Kai Ken is a medium-sized dog while the Bich Poo is a small-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Kai Ken 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 Bich Poo belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
Kai Ken versus Bich Poo: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Kai Ken to the Bich Poo 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 Kai Ken and the Bich Poo
| Factor | Kai Ken | Bich Poo |
|---|---|---|
| Life Span | 12 to 16 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Height | 17 to 22 inches | 9 to 15 inches |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Easygoing | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 25 to 45 pounds | 6 to 17 pounds |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 14.0 years | 13.5 years |
| Price Range | No Data | $1600 – $2600 |
| Average Price | No Data | $2230 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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No Data |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Kai Ken 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 Bich Poo. 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 Kai Ken is 73 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Bich Poo is 88 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Bich Poo is a better pet than the Kai Ken. So, you should get the Bich Poo!
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 Kai Ken and the Bich Poo so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Kai Ken and the Bich Poo
Below is a list of where the Kai Ken and the Bich Poo are most different:
The Similarities Between the Kai Ken and the Bich Poo
The Kai Ken and the Bich Poo are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Kai Ken and the Bich Poo are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Kai Ken versus Bich Poo
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Kai Ken and the Bich Poo.
Kai Kens weigh 25 to 45 pounds when fully grown. Kai Kens are 17 to 22 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, Bich Poos weigh 6 to 17 pounds when fully grown. Bich Poos are 9 to 15 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Kai Ken versus Bich Poo
The lifespan of Kai Kens is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Kai Kens is 14.0 years.
The lifespan of Bich Poos is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Bich Poos is 13.5 years.
Kai Kens live longer than Bich Poos.
Tolerates Being Alone: Kai Ken versus Bich Poo
Kai Kens can be left alone only for a short time.
Bich Poos do not like to be left alone.
Do Kai Kens shed more than Bich Poos?
Kai Kens shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Bich Poos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Kai Ken or the Bich Poo
Kai Kens do have a very low tendency to drool.
Bich Poos do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Kai Ken or the Bich Poo?
Kai Kens require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Bich Poos require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Kai Ken Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Bich Poo?
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.
Bich Poos have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Kai Kens Bark and Howl? What about Bich Poos?
Kai Kens are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Bich Poos are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Kai Kens Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Bich Poos Tolerate Cold Weather?
Kai Kens can very well tolerate cold weather.
Bich Poos can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Kai Ken vs. Bich Poo
Kai Kens have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Bich Poos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Can Kai Kens Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Bich Poos Tolerate Hot Weather?
Kai Kens can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Bich Poos can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Kai Ken or the Bich Poo?
Kai Kens get along fairly well with other dogs.
Bich Poos get along very well with other dogs.
Are Kai Kens good family dogs? What about Bich Poos?
Kai Kens are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Bich Poos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Kai Kens and Bich Poos?
Kai Kens get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Bich Poos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Kai Ken Easier to Train than the Bich Poo?
Kai Kens are fairly easy to train.
Bich Poos are very easy to train.
Is the Kai Ken Better for Apartment Owners than the Bich Poo?
Kai Kens do not adapt well to apartment living.
Bich Poos adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Kai Ken or the Bich Poo?
Kai Kens are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Bich Poos are very good for new dog owners.
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 Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Bich Poo
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Bich Poo 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 Bich Poo:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Kai Ken and how the Bich Poo compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Kai Ken and of the Bich Poo to other breeds:
Kai Ken Versus Other Dog Breeds
Kai Ken versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Kai Ken versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi Kai Ken versus Yorkshire Terrier Kai Ken versus Komondor Kai Ken versus Schipperke Kai Ken versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Kai Ken versus Spinone Italiano Kai Ken versus Glen of Imaal Terrier Kai Ken versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle Kai Ken versus Bloodhound Kai Ken versus Scottish Deerhound Kai Ken versus American Water Spaniel Kai Ken versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi Kai Ken versus American Hairless Terrier Kai Ken versus Pekingese Kai Ken versus Pekingese Kai Ken versus English Setter Kai Ken versus Bull Terrier Kai Ken versus Beaglier Kai Ken versus Frenchton Kai Ken versus Maremma Sheepdog Kai Ken versus Chihuahua Kai Ken versus Weimaraner Kai Ken versus Bluetick Coonhound Kai Ken versus Stabyhoun
Bich Poo Versus Other Dog Breeds
Bich Poo versus Lowchen Bich Poo versus Chinese Shar-Pei Bich Poo versus Maltipoo Bich Poo versus German Longhaired Pointer Bich Poo versus Plott Bich Poo versus Black and Tan Coonhound Bich Poo versus Sheepadoodle Bich Poo versus Yorkipoo Bich Poo versus Afghan Hound Bich Poo versus Pomsky Bich Poo versus German Shorthaired Pointer Bich Poo versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever Bich Poo versus Basset Hound Bich Poo versus Bearded Collie Bich Poo versus Bluetick Coonhound Bich Poo versus Chow Chow Bich Poo versus Canaan Dog Bich Poo versus Finnish Spitz Bich Poo versus Catahoula Leopard Dog Bich Poo versus Chinese Shar-Pei Bich Poo versus English Setter Bich Poo versus Dogue de Bordeaux Bich Poo versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne Bich Poo versus Redbone Coonhound
Conclusion: Kai Ken versus Bich Poo. 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 Kai Ken and the Bich Poo better suits you and your family.