Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Kai Ken Versus King Shepherd: Introduction
- Kai Ken versus King Shepherd: Overview
- Kai Ken versus King Shepherd: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Kai Ken and the King Shepherd
- The Similarities Between the Kai Ken and the King Shepherd
- Size (Weight and Height) of Kai Ken versus King Shepherd
- Lifespan of Kai Ken versus King Shepherd
- Temperament of the King Shepherd Versus the Kai Ken
- Tolerates Being Alone: Kai Ken versus King Shepherd
- Do Kai Kens shed more than King Shepherds?
- Which one drools more, the Kai Ken or the King Shepherd
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Kai Ken or the King Shepherd?
- Does the Kai Ken Have a Higher Prey Drive than the King Shepherd?
- Do Kai Kens Bark and Howl? What about King Shepherds?
- Can Kai Kens Tolerate Cold Weather? And can King Shepherds Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Kai Ken vs. King Shepherd
- Can Kai Kens Tolerate Hot Weather? Can King Shepherds Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Kai Ken or the King Shepherd?
- Are Kai Kens good family dogs? What about King Shepherds?
- How Kid-friendly are Kai Kens and King Shepherds?
- Is the Kai Ken Easier to Train than the King Shepherd?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Kai Ken
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the King Shepherd
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Kai Ken versus King Shepherd. Which One is a Better Pet?
Kai Ken Versus King Shepherd: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Kai Ken and the King Shepherd? 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 King Shepherd 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 King Shepherd.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Kai Ken and the King Shepherd 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 King Shepherd. 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 King Shepherd.
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 King Shepherd.
Kai Ken versus King Shepherd: Overview
A very important difference between the Kai Ken and the King Shepherd is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Kai Ken is a medium-sized dog while the King Shepherd is a giant-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 King Shepherd belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.
Kai Ken versus King Shepherd: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Kai Ken to the King Shepherd 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 King Shepherd
| Factor | Kai Ken | King Shepherd |
|---|---|---|
| Life Span | 12 to 16 years | 10 to 11 years |
| Height | 17 to 22 inches | 25 to 31 inches |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 25 to 45 pounds | 75 to 150 pounds |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 14.0 years | 10.5 years |
| Price Range | No Data | $700 – $2500 |
| Average Price | No Data | $1560 |
| Temperament Score | 100.0 percent | 100.0 percent |
| 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 King Shepherd. 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 King Shepherd is 84 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the King Shepherd is a better pet than the Kai Ken. So, you should get the King Shepherd!
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 King Shepherd 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 King Shepherd
Below is a list of where the Kai Ken and the King Shepherd are most different:
The Similarities Between the Kai Ken and the King Shepherd
The Kai Ken and the King Shepherd are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Kai Ken and the King Shepherd are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Kai Ken versus King Shepherd
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Kai Ken and the King Shepherd.
Kai Kens weigh 25 to 45 pounds when fully grown. Kai Kens are 17 to 22 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, King Shepherds weigh 75 to 150 pounds when fully grown. King Shepherds are 25 to 31 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Kai Ken versus King Shepherd
The lifespan of Kai Kens is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Kai Kens is 14.0 years.
The lifespan of King Shepherds is between 10 to 11 years . The average lifespan of King Shepherds is 10.5 years.
Kai Kens live longer than King Shepherds.
Temperament of the King Shepherd Versus the Kai Ken
The Kai Ken has the same temperament score as the King Shepherd.
This is because the temperament score for the Kai Ken is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the King Shepherd is 100.0 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 100.0 percent, the Kai Ken has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 100.0 percent, the King Shepherd has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Kai Ken and the King Shepherd by measuring the temperaments of 1 Kai Kens and 1 King Shepherds.
Tolerates Being Alone: Kai Ken versus King Shepherd
Kai Kens can be left alone only for a short time.
King Shepherds do not like to be left alone.
Do Kai Kens shed more than King Shepherds?
Kai Kens shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
King Shepherds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Kai Ken or the King Shepherd
Kai Kens do have a very low tendency to drool.
King Shepherds have a very high tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Kai Ken or the King Shepherd?
Kai Kens require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
King Shepherds are very easy to groom.
Does the Kai Ken Have a Higher Prey Drive than the King Shepherd?
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.
King Shepherds 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.
Do Kai Kens Bark and Howl? What about King Shepherds?
Kai Kens are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
King Shepherds are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Kai Kens Tolerate Cold Weather? And can King Shepherds Tolerate Cold Weather?
Kai Kens can very well tolerate cold weather.
King Shepherds can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Kai Ken vs. King Shepherd
Kai Kens have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
King Shepherds have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Kai Kens Tolerate Hot Weather? Can King Shepherds Tolerate Hot Weather?
Kai Kens can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
King Shepherds can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Kai Ken or the King Shepherd?
Kai Kens get along fairly well with other dogs.
King Shepherds get along very well with other dogs.
Are Kai Kens good family dogs? What about King Shepherds?
Kai Kens are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
King Shepherds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Kai Kens and King Shepherds?
Kai Kens get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
King Shepherds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Kai Ken Easier to Train than the King Shepherd?
Kai Kens are fairly easy to train.
King Shepherds are very easy to train.
Is the Kai Ken Better for Apartment Owners than the King Shepherd?
Kai Kens do not adapt well to apartment living.
King Shepherds adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Kai Ken or the King Shepherd?
Kai Kens are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
King Shepherds are not the best dogs 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 King Shepherd
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the King Shepherd 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 King Shepherd:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Kai Ken and how the King Shepherd compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Kai Ken and of the King Shepherd to other breeds:
Kai Ken Versus Other Dog Breeds
Kai Ken versus Pug Kai Ken versus Yorkshire Terrier Kai Ken versus Shichon Kai Ken versus Scottish Deerhound Kai Ken versus Pomsky Kai Ken versus Boxer Kai Ken versus Black Mouth Cur Kai Ken versus Manchester Terrier Kai Ken versus Cesky Terrier Kai Ken versus Tibetan Mastiff Kai Ken versus Sussex Spaniel Kai Ken versus Rhodesian Ridgeback Kai Ken versus Havanese Kai Ken versus Pug Kai Ken versus Cane Corso Kai Ken versus Pug Kai Ken versus Yorkshire Terrier Kai Ken versus American Pit Bull Terrier Kai Ken versus Airedale Terrier Kai Ken versus Fila Brasileiro Kai Ken versus Belgian Tervuren Kai Ken versus Silky Terrier Kai Ken versus Maltese
King Shepherd Versus Other Dog Breeds
King Shepherd versus Shiloh Shepherd King Shepherd versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi King Shepherd versus Lhasapoo King Shepherd versus Lagotto Romagnolo King Shepherd versus Goldendoodle King Shepherd versus Harrier King Shepherd versus Welsh Springer Spaniel King Shepherd versus Australian Shepherd King Shepherd versus Finnish Spitz King Shepherd versus Boston Terrier King Shepherd versus Sussex Spaniel King Shepherd versus Stabyhoun King Shepherd versus Field Spaniel King Shepherd versus Gordon Setter King Shepherd versus Lakeland Terrier King Shepherd versus Boxerdoodle King Shepherd versus Shih Tzu King Shepherd versus Siberian Husky King Shepherd versus Mountain Cur King Shepherd versus Puggle King Shepherd versus Toy Poodle King Shepherd versus Bolognese King Shepherd versus Basenji King Shepherd versus Shichon King Shepherd versus Newfoundland
Conclusion: Kai Ken versus King Shepherd. 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 King Shepherd better suits you and your family.