Differences and Similarities between the Kai Ken and the Peek A Poo.

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Kai Ken Versus Peek A Poo: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Kai Ken and the Peek A 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 Peek A 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 Peek A Poo.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Kai Ken and the Peek A 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 Peek A 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 Peek A 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 Peek A Poo.

Kai Ken versus Peek A Poo: Overview

A very important difference between the Kai Ken and the Peek A Poo is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Kai Ken is a medium-sized dog while the Peek A Poo is a tiny-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 Peek A Poo belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.

Kai Ken versus Peek A Poo: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Kai Ken to the Peek A 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 Peek A Poo

Factor Kai Ken Peek A Poo
Life Span 12 to 16 years 10 to 15 years
Height 17 to 22 inches Up to 11 inches tall at the shoulder
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 2/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 5/5
Easygoing 4/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 2/5
Weight 25 to 45 pounds 4 to 20 pounds
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 2/5
Easy To Train 3/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 5/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 4/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 4/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 3/5
Average Lifespan 14.0 years 12.5 years
Price Range No Data $1000 – $1800
Average Price No Data $1430
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) DNA Test
  • 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 Peek A 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 Peek A Poo is 84 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Peek A Poo is a better pet than the Kai Ken. So, you should get the Peek A 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 Peek A 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 Peek A Poo

    Below is a list of where the Kai Ken and the Peek A Poo are most different:

  • Kai Kens do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Peek A Poos adapt well to apartment living.
  • Kai Kens are not the best dogs for new dog owners. However, Peek A Poos are good for new dog owners.
  • The Similarities Between the Kai Ken and the Peek A Poo

    The Kai Ken and the Peek A Poo are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Kai Ken and the Peek A Poo are most similar:

  • Both the Kai Ken and the Peek A Poo are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Kai Ken and the Peek A Poo do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Kai Ken and the Peek A Poo require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • Both the Kai Ken and the Peek A Poo can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Kai Ken and the Peek A Poo are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Kai Ken and the Peek A Poo get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Kai Ken and the Peek A Poo are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Kai Ken and the Peek A Poo are highly intelligent.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Kai Ken versus Peek A Poo

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Kai Ken and the Peek A 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, Peek A Poos weigh 4 to 20 pounds when fully grown. Peek A Poos are Up to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Kai Ken versus Peek A 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 Peek A Poos is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Peek A Poos is 12.5 years.

    Kai Kens live longer than Peek A Poos.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Kai Ken versus Peek A Poo

    Kai Kens can be left alone only for a short time.

    Peek A Poos do not like to be left alone.

    Do Kai Kens shed more than Peek A Poos?

    Kai Kens shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Peek A Poos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Kai Ken or the Peek A Poo

    Kai Kens do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Peek A Poos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Kai Ken or the Peek A Poo?

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

    Peek A 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 Peek A 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.

    Peek A Poos have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do Kai Kens Bark and Howl? What about Peek A Poos?

    Kai Kens are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Peek A Poos are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Kai Kens Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Peek A Poos Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Kai Kens can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Peek A Poos can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Kai Ken vs. Peek A Poo

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

    Peek A 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 Peek A Poos Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Kai Kens can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Peek A Poos cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Kai Ken or the Peek A Poo?

    Kai Kens get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Peek A Poos get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Kai Kens good family dogs? What about Peek A Poos?

    Kai Kens are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Peek A Poos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Kai Kens and Peek A Poos?

    Kai Kens get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Peek A Poos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Kai Ken Easier to Train than the Peek A Poo?

    Kai Kens are fairly easy to train.

    Peek A Poos are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Kai Ken Better for Apartment Owners than the Peek A Poo?

    Kai Kens do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Peek A Poos adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Kai Ken or the Peek A Poo?

    Kai Kens are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Peek A 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:

  • Icelandic Sheepdog (78 percent match with Kai Ken). Here is our comparison of the Peek A Poo vs Icelandic Sheepdog.
  • Kishu Ken (79 percent match with Kai Ken). Here is our comparison of the Peek A Poo vs Kishu Ken.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Peek A Poo

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Peek A 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 Peek A Poo:

  • Maltese (81 percent match with Peek A Poo). Here is our comparison of the Kai Ken vs Maltese.
  • Pomapoo (84 percent match with Peek A Poo). Here is our comparison of the Kai Ken vs Pomapoo.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Kai Ken and how the Peek A Poo compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Kai Ken and of the Peek A Poo to other breeds:

    Kai Ken Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Kai Ken versus American Foxhound     Kai Ken versus Shiranian     Kai Ken versus Cocker Spaniel     Kai Ken versus Canaan Dog     Kai Ken versus Chorkie     Kai Ken versus Tibetan Terrier     Kai Ken versus Spinone Italiano     Kai Ken versus Chorkie     Kai Ken versus Labrador Retriever     Kai Ken versus Beaglier     Kai Ken versus Standard Poodle     Kai Ken versus Pyrenean Shepherd     Kai Ken versus Chinook     Kai Ken versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever     Kai Ken versus Black Mouth Cur     Kai Ken versus Border Collie     Kai Ken versus Japanese Chin     Kai Ken versus Cocker Spaniel     Kai Ken versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever     Kai Ken versus Bernedoodle     Kai Ken versus Akita     Kai Ken versus Pyrenean Shepherd     Kai Ken versus King Shepherd     Kai Ken versus Great Pyrenees     Kai Ken versus Harrier     

    Peek A Poo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Peek A Poo versus Bernese Mountain Dog     Peek A Poo versus Schnoodle     Peek A Poo versus Miniature Poodle     Peek A Poo versus Irish Wolfhound     Peek A Poo versus Bich Poo     Peek A Poo versus Biewer Terrier     Peek A Poo versus Norwich Terrier     Peek A Poo versus Spinone Italiano     Peek A Poo versus Norfolk Terrier     Peek A Poo versus American Hairless Terrier     Peek A Poo versus Glen of Imaal Terrier     Peek A Poo versus Belgian Sheepdog     Peek A Poo versus Norwegian Buhund     Peek A Poo versus Pomsky     Peek A Poo versus Manchester Terrier     Peek A Poo versus Afador     Peek A Poo versus Yorkshire Terrier     Peek A Poo versus Pointer     Peek A Poo versus Chinook     Peek A Poo versus Belgian Sheepdog     Peek A Poo versus Lhasapoo     Peek A Poo versus English Setter     Peek A Poo versus Manchester Terrier     Peek A Poo versus American Hairless Terrier     

    Conclusion: Kai Ken versus Peek A 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 Peek A Poo better suits you and your family.