Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Kai Ken Versus Mountain Cur: Introduction
- Kai Ken versus Mountain Cur: Overview
- Kai Ken versus Mountain Cur: Comparison Table
- The Similarities Between the Kai Ken and the Mountain Cur
- Size (Weight and Height) of Kai Ken versus Mountain Cur
- Lifespan of Kai Ken versus Mountain Cur
- Tolerates Being Alone: Kai Ken versus Mountain Cur
- Do Kai Kens shed more than Mountain Curs?
- Which one drools more, the Kai Ken or the Mountain Cur
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Kai Ken or the Mountain Cur?
- Does the Kai Ken Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Mountain Cur?
- Do Kai Kens Bark and Howl? What about Mountain Curs?
- Can Kai Kens Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Mountain Curs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Kai Ken vs. Mountain Cur
- Can Kai Kens Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Mountain Curs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Kai Ken or the Mountain Cur?
- Are Kai Kens good family dogs? What about Mountain Curs?
- How Kid-friendly are Kai Kens and Mountain Curs?
- Is the Kai Ken Easier to Train than the Mountain Cur?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Kai Ken
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Mountain Cur
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Kai Ken versus Mountain Cur. Which One is a Better Pet?
Kai Ken Versus Mountain Cur: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Kai Ken and the Mountain Cur? 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 Mountain Cur 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 Mountain Cur.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Kai Ken and the Mountain Cur 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 Mountain Cur. 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 Mountain Cur.
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 Mountain Cur.
Kai Ken versus Mountain Cur: Overview
A very important difference between the Kai Ken and the Mountain Cur is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Kai Ken is a medium-sized dog while the Mountain Cur is a large-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 Mountain Cur 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.
Kai Ken versus Mountain Cur: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Kai Ken to the Mountain Cur 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 Mountain Cur
| Factor | Kai Ken | Mountain Cur |
|---|---|---|
| Life Span | 12 to 16 years | 10 to 16 years |
| Height | 17 to 22 inches | 16 to 26 inches |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Easygoing | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 25 to 45 pounds | 30 to 60 pounds |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| 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 | $350 – $800 |
| Average Price | No Data | $550 |
| 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 Mountain Cur. 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 Mountain Cur is 76 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Mountain Cur is a better pet than the Kai Ken. So, you should get the Mountain Cur!
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 Mountain Cur so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Similarities Between the Kai Ken and the Mountain Cur
The Kai Ken and the Mountain Cur are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Kai Ken and the Mountain Cur are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Kai Ken versus Mountain Cur
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Kai Ken and the Mountain Cur.
Kai Kens weigh 25 to 45 pounds when fully grown. Kai Kens are 17 to 22 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, Mountain Curs weigh 30 to 60 pounds when fully grown. Mountain Curs are 16 to 26 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Kai Ken versus Mountain Cur
The lifespan of Kai Kens is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Kai Kens is 14.0 years.
The lifespan of Mountain Curs is between 10 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Mountain Curs is 13.0 years.
Kai Kens live longer than Mountain Curs.
Tolerates Being Alone: Kai Ken versus Mountain Cur
Kai Kens can be left alone only for a short time.
Mountain Curs do not like to be left alone.
Do Kai Kens shed more than Mountain Curs?
Kai Kens shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Mountain Curs do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Kai Ken or the Mountain Cur
Kai Kens do have a very low tendency to drool.
Mountain Curs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Kai Ken or the Mountain Cur?
Kai Kens require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Mountain Curs are very easy to groom.
Does the Kai Ken Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Mountain Cur?
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.
Mountain Curs 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.
Do Kai Kens Bark and Howl? What about Mountain Curs?
Kai Kens are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Mountain Curs bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Kai Kens Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Mountain Curs Tolerate Cold Weather?
Kai Kens can very well tolerate cold weather.
Mountain Curs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Kai Ken vs. Mountain Cur
Kai Kens have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Mountain Curs have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Kai Kens Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Mountain Curs Tolerate Hot Weather?
Kai Kens can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Mountain Curs can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Kai Ken or the Mountain Cur?
Kai Kens get along fairly well with other dogs.
Mountain Curs get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Kai Kens good family dogs? What about Mountain Curs?
Kai Kens are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Mountain Curs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Kai Kens and Mountain Curs?
Kai Kens get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Mountain Curs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Kai Ken Easier to Train than the Mountain Cur?
Kai Kens are fairly easy to train.
Mountain Curs are not easy to train.
Is the Kai Ken Better for Apartment Owners than the Mountain Cur?
Kai Kens do not adapt well to apartment living.
Mountain Curs do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Kai Ken or the Mountain Cur?
Kai Kens are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Mountain Curs 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 Mountain Cur
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Mountain Cur 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 Mountain Cur:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Kai Ken and how the Mountain Cur compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Kai Ken and of the Mountain Cur to other breeds:
Kai Ken Versus Other Dog Breeds
Kai Ken versus American Eskimo Dog Kai Ken versus Black Russian Terrier Kai Ken versus Scottish Terrier Kai Ken versus English Springer Spaniel Kai Ken versus Lakeland Terrier Kai Ken versus West Highland White Terrier Kai Ken versus Valley Bulldog Kai Ken versus Boykin Spaniel Kai Ken versus Saluki Kai Ken versus Sussex Spaniel Kai Ken versus Bull Terrier Kai Ken versus Basenji Kai Ken versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Kai Ken versus Pomeranian Kai Ken versus Chinese Crested Kai Ken versus Skye Terrier Kai Ken versus German Shorthaired Pointer Kai Ken versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle Kai Ken versus Patterdale Terrier Kai Ken versus Spinone Italiano Kai Ken versus Borzoi Kai Ken versus Mudi Kai Ken versus Bearded Collie Kai Ken versus Puggle
Mountain Cur Versus Other Dog Breeds
Mountain Cur versus Irish Water Spaniel Mountain Cur versus Beaglier Mountain Cur versus Papillon Mountain Cur versus Boykin Spaniel Mountain Cur versus Clumber Spaniel Mountain Cur versus Cairn Terrier Mountain Cur versus Dachshund Mountain Cur versus Skye Terrier Mountain Cur versus Bich Poo Mountain Cur versus Sussex Spaniel Mountain Cur versus American Foxhound Mountain Cur versus Ibizan Hound Mountain Cur versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Mountain Cur versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Mountain Cur versus Miniature Pinscher Mountain Cur versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Mountain Cur versus Shichon Mountain Cur versus Shiba Inu Mountain Cur versus Bulldog Mountain Cur versus Boxer Mountain Cur versus Tibetan Spaniel Mountain Cur versus American Hairless Terrier Mountain Cur versus Cockapoo Mountain Cur versus Brussels Griffon Mountain Cur versus Maltipoo
Conclusion: Kai Ken versus Mountain Cur. 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 Mountain Cur better suits you and your family.