Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Kai Ken Versus Kooikerhondje: Introduction
- Kai Ken versus Kooikerhondje: Overview
- Kai Ken versus Kooikerhondje: Comparison Table
- The Similarities Between the Kai Ken and the Kooikerhondje
- Size (Weight and Height) of Kai Ken versus Kooikerhondje
- Lifespan of Kai Ken versus Kooikerhondje
- Tolerates Being Alone: Kai Ken versus Kooikerhondje
- Do Kai Kens shed more than Kooikerhondjes?
- Which one drools more, the Kai Ken or the Kooikerhondje
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Kai Ken or the Kooikerhondje?
- Does the Kai Ken Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Kooikerhondje?
- Do Kai Kens Bark and Howl? What about Kooikerhondjes?
- Can Kai Kens Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Kooikerhondjes Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Kai Ken vs. Kooikerhondje
- Can Kai Kens Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Kooikerhondjes Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Kai Ken or the Kooikerhondje?
- Are Kai Kens good family dogs? What about Kooikerhondjes?
- How Kid-friendly are Kai Kens and Kooikerhondjes?
- Is the Kai Ken Easier to Train than the Kooikerhondje?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Kai Ken
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Kooikerhondje
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Kai Ken versus Kooikerhondje. Which One is a Better Pet?
Kai Ken Versus Kooikerhondje: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Kai Ken 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 Kai Ken 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 Kai Ken and the Kooikerhondje.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Kai Ken 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 Kai Ken 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 Kai Ken 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 Kai Ken or the Kooikerhondje.
Kai Ken versus Kooikerhondje: Overview
Both the Kai Ken and the Kooikerhondje are similar in size. The Kai Ken and the Kooikerhondje are both medium-sized dogs.
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 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.
Kai Ken versus Kooikerhondje: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Kai Ken 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 Kai Ken and the Kooikerhondje
Factor | Kai Ken | Kooikerhondje |
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Life Span | 12 to 16 years | 12 to 14 years |
Height | 17 to 22 inches | 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder |
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Easygoing | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Weight | 25 to 45 pounds | 20 to 25 pounds |
Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Easy To Train | 3/5 | 1/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 3/5 |
General Health | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 1/5 |
Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 3/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
Average Lifespan | 14.0 years | 13.0 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 |
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 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 Kai Ken is 73 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Kooikerhondje is 70 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Kai Ken is a better pet than the Kooikerhondje. So, you should get the Kai 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 Kai Ken and the Kooikerhondje so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Similarities Between the Kai Ken and the Kooikerhondje
The Kai Ken and the Kooikerhondje are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Kai Ken and the Kooikerhondje are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Kai Ken versus Kooikerhondje
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Kai Ken and the Kooikerhondje.
Kai Kens weigh 25 to 45 pounds when fully grown. Kai Kens are 17 to 22 inches 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 Kai Ken versus Kooikerhondje
The lifespan of Kai Kens is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Kai Kens is 14.0 years.
The lifespan of Kooikerhondjes is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Kooikerhondjes is 13.0 years.
Kai Kens live longer than Kooikerhondjes.
Tolerates Being Alone: Kai Ken versus Kooikerhondje
Kai Kens can be left alone only for a short time.
Kooikerhondjes do not like to be left alone.
Do Kai Kens shed more than Kooikerhondjes?
Kai Kens shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Kooikerhondjes shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Kai Ken or the Kooikerhondje
Kai Kens do have a very low tendency to drool.
Kooikerhondjes do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Kai Ken or the Kooikerhondje?
Kai Kens require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Kooikerhondjes require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Kai Ken Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Kooikerhondje?
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.
Kooikerhondjes have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Kai Kens Bark and Howl? What about Kooikerhondjes?
Kai Kens are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Kooikerhondjes bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Kai Kens Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Kooikerhondjes Tolerate Cold Weather?
Kai Kens can very well tolerate cold weather.
Kooikerhondjes can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Kai Ken vs. Kooikerhondje
Kai Kens have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Kooikerhondjes 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 Kooikerhondjes Tolerate Hot Weather?
Kai Kens can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Kooikerhondjes can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Kai Ken or the Kooikerhondje?
Kai Kens get along fairly well with other dogs.
Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Kai Kens good family dogs? What about Kooikerhondjes?
Kai Kens are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Kooikerhondjes are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Kai Kens and Kooikerhondjes?
Kai Kens get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Is the Kai Ken Easier to Train than the Kooikerhondje?
Kai Kens are fairly easy to train.
Kooikerhondjes are not easy to train.
Is the Kai Ken Better for Apartment Owners than the Kooikerhondje?
Kai Kens do not adapt well to apartment living.
Kooikerhondjes adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Kai Ken or the Kooikerhondje?
Kai Kens are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Kooikerhondjes are OK 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 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:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Kai Ken and how the Kooikerhondje compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Kai Ken and of the Kooikerhondje to other breeds:
Kai Ken Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Kooikerhondje Versus Other Dog Breeds
Kooikerhondje versus Chihuahua Kooikerhondje versus Belgian Malinois Kooikerhondje versus Neapolitan Mastiff Kooikerhondje versus Hovawart Kooikerhondje versus Frenchton Kooikerhondje versus Akbash Kooikerhondje versus Icelandic Sheepdog Kooikerhondje versus Frenchton Kooikerhondje versus Patterdale Terrier Kooikerhondje versus Affenhuahua Kooikerhondje versus Shiba Inu Kooikerhondje versus Manchester Terrier Kooikerhondje versus Brittany Kooikerhondje versus Samoyed Kooikerhondje versus Sloughi Kooikerhondje versus Clumber Spaniel Kooikerhondje versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde Kooikerhondje versus American Eskimo Dog Kooikerhondje versus Bracco Italiano Kooikerhondje versus Bolognese Kooikerhondje versus Harrier Kooikerhondje versus French Spaniel Kooikerhondje versus Chi-Poo Kooikerhondje versus Lancashire Heeler Kooikerhondje versus Yorkipoo
Conclusion: Kai Ken 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 Kai Ken and the Kooikerhondje better suits you and your family.