Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Kai Ken Versus Rottweiler: Introduction
- Kai Ken versus Rottweiler: Overview
- Kai Ken versus Rottweiler: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Kai Ken and the Rottweiler
- The Similarities Between the Kai Ken and the Rottweiler
- Size (Weight and Height) of Kai Ken versus Rottweiler
- Lifespan of Kai Ken versus Rottweiler
- Temperament of the Kai Ken Versus the Rottweiler
- Health Problems of Kai Ken versus Health Problems of Rottweiler
- Tolerates Being Alone: Kai Ken versus Rottweiler
- Do Kai Kens shed more than Rottweilers?
- Which one drools more, the Kai Ken or the Rottweiler
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Kai Ken or the Rottweiler?
- Does the Kai Ken Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Rottweiler?
- Do Kai Kens Bark and Howl? What about Rottweilers?
- Can Kai Kens Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Rottweilers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Kai Ken vs. Rottweiler
- Can Kai Kens Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Rottweilers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Kai Ken or the Rottweiler?
- Are Kai Kens good family dogs? What about Rottweilers?
- How Kid-friendly are Kai Kens and Rottweilers?
- Is the Kai Ken Easier to Train than the Rottweiler?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Kai Ken
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Rottweiler
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Kai Ken versus Rottweiler. Which One is a Better Pet?
Kai Ken Versus Rottweiler: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Kai Ken and the Rottweiler? 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 Rottweiler 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 Rottweiler.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Kai Ken and the Rottweiler 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 Rottweiler. 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 Rottweiler.
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 Rottweiler.
Kai Ken versus Rottweiler: Overview
Both the Kai Ken and the Rottweiler are similar in size. The Kai Ken and the Rottweiler 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 Rottweiler 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 Rottweiler: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Kai Ken to the Rottweiler 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 Rottweiler
| Factor | Kai Ken | Rottweiler |
|---|---|---|
| Life Span | 12 to 16 years | 8 to 11 years |
| Height | 17 to 22 inches | 22 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Easygoing | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Weight | 25 to 45 pounds | 85 to 130 pounds |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 14.0 years | 9.5 years |
| Price Range | No Data | $1300 – $2000 |
| Average Price | No Data | $1740 |
| Temperament Score | 100.0 percent | 84.7 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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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 Rottweiler. 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 Rottweiler is 69 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Kai Ken is a better pet than the Rottweiler. 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 Rottweiler 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 Rottweiler
Below is a list of where the Kai Ken and the Rottweiler are most different:
The Similarities Between the Kai Ken and the Rottweiler
The Kai Ken and the Rottweiler are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Kai Ken and the Rottweiler are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Kai Ken versus Rottweiler
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Kai Ken and the Rottweiler.
Kai Kens weigh 25 to 45 pounds when fully grown. Kai Kens are 17 to 22 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, Rottweilers weigh 85 to 130 pounds when fully grown. Rottweilers are 22 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Kai Ken versus Rottweiler
The lifespan of Kai Kens is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Kai Kens is 14.0 years.
The lifespan of Rottweilers is between 8 to 11 years. The average lifespan of Rottweilers is 9.5 years.
Kai Kens live longer than Rottweilers.
Temperament of the Kai Ken Versus the Rottweiler
The Kai Ken has a better temperament than the Rottweiler.
This is because the temperament score for the Kai Ken is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Rottweiler is 84.7 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 84.7 percent, the Rottweiler has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Kai Ken and the Rottweiler by measuring the temperaments of 1 Kai Kens and 6012 Rottweilers.
Health Problems of Kai Ken versus Health Problems of Rottweiler
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.
Both the Kai Ken and the Rottweiler are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.
The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.
Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Rottweiler is prone to more genetic health problems than the Kai Ken.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Rottweiler than for the Kai Ken.
2 health tests are recommended for Kai Ken while 5 tests are recommended for the Rottweiler.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Kai Kens and in Rottweilers.
Kai Ken Health Problems
Kai Kens are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Kai Ken puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Kai Ken puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Kai Ken breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Kai Kens for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Kai Kens here.
Rottweiler Health Problems
Rottweilers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Rottweiler puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Rottweiler puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Rottweiler breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Rottweilers for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Rottweilers here.
Tolerates Being Alone: Kai Ken versus Rottweiler
Kai Kens can be left alone only for a short time.
Rottweilers do not like to be left alone.
Do Kai Kens shed more than Rottweilers?
Kai Kens shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Rottweilers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Kai Ken or the Rottweiler
Kai Kens do have a very low tendency to drool.
Rottweilers have a very high tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Kai Ken or the Rottweiler?
Kai Kens require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Rottweilers are very easy to groom.
Does the Kai Ken Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Rottweiler?
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.
Rottweilers 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 Rottweilers?
Kai Kens are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Rottweilers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Kai Kens Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Rottweilers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Kai Kens can very well tolerate cold weather.
Rottweilers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Kai Ken vs. Rottweiler
Kai Kens have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Rottweilers 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 Rottweilers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Kai Kens can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Rottweilers 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 Rottweiler?
Kai Kens get along fairly well with other dogs.
Rottweilers do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Kai Kens good family dogs? What about Rottweilers?
Kai Kens are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Rottweilers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Kai Kens and Rottweilers?
Kai Kens get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Rottweilers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Kai Ken Easier to Train than the Rottweiler?
Kai Kens are fairly easy to train.
Rottweilers are very easy to train.
Is the Kai Ken Better for Apartment Owners than the Rottweiler?
Kai Kens do not adapt well to apartment living.
Rottweilers do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Kai Ken or the Rottweiler?
Kai Kens are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Rottweilers 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 Rottweiler
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Rottweiler 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 Rottweiler:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Kai Ken and how the Rottweiler compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Kai Ken and of the Rottweiler to other breeds:
Kai Ken Versus Other Dog Breeds
Kai Ken versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog Kai Ken versus Dalmatian Kai Ken versus Pomapoo Kai Ken versus Finnish Spitz Kai Ken versus Border Terrier Kai Ken versus Lagotto Romagnolo Kai Ken versus Black Mouth Cur Kai Ken versus Akita Kai Ken versus Skye Terrier Kai Ken versus Goldador Kai Ken versus Dogo Argentino Kai Ken versus Irish Water Spaniel Kai Ken versus Akita Chow Kai Ken versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde Kai Ken versus Shiba Inu Kai Ken versus American Foxhound Kai Ken versus Cockalier Kai Ken versus Great Dane Kai Ken versus Silky Terrier Kai Ken versus Ibizan Hound Kai Ken versus Chinese Shar-Pei Kai Ken versus Australian Terrier Kai Ken versus West Highland White Terrier Kai Ken versus Standard Poodle
Rottweiler Versus Other Dog Breeds
Rottweiler versus Bichon Frise Rottweiler versus Canaan Dog Rottweiler versus Pyredoodle Rottweiler versus Bernedoodle Rottweiler versus Dalmatian Rottweiler versus Flat-Coated Retriever Rottweiler versus Shetland Sheepdog Rottweiler versus Kuvasz Rottweiler versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne Rottweiler versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi Rottweiler versus Norwegian Lundehund Rottweiler versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Rottweiler versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog Rottweiler versus Scottish Deerhound Rottweiler versus Pyredoodle Rottweiler versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Rottweiler versus Affenhuahua Rottweiler versus Silky Terrier Rottweiler versus Collie Rottweiler versus Saint Berdoodle Rottweiler versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Rottweiler versus Saint Bernard Rottweiler versus Bolognese Rottweiler versus Goldador Rottweiler versus Bernese Mountain Dog
Conclusion: Kai Ken versus Rottweiler. 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 Rottweiler better suits you and your family.