Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Kai Ken Versus Samoyed: Introduction
- Kai Ken versus Samoyed: Overview
- Kai Ken versus Samoyed: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Kai Ken and the Samoyed
- The Similarities Between the Kai Ken and the Samoyed
- Size (Weight and Height) of Kai Ken versus Samoyed
- Lifespan of Kai Ken versus Samoyed
- Temperament of the Kai Ken Versus the Samoyed
- Health Problems of Kai Ken versus Health Problems of Samoyed
- Tolerates Being Alone: Kai Ken versus Samoyed
- Do Kai Kens shed more than Samoyeds?
- Which one drools more, the Kai Ken or the Samoyed
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Kai Ken or the Samoyed?
- Does the Kai Ken Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Samoyed?
- Do Kai Kens Bark and Howl? What about Samoyeds?
- Can Kai Kens Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Samoyeds Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Kai Ken vs. Samoyed
- Can Kai Kens Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Samoyeds Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Kai Ken or the Samoyed?
- Are Kai Kens good family dogs? What about Samoyeds?
- How Kid-friendly are Kai Kens and Samoyeds?
- Is the Kai Ken Easier to Train than the Samoyed?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Kai Ken
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Samoyed
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Kai Ken versus Samoyed. Which One is a Better Pet?
Kai Ken Versus Samoyed: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Kai Ken and the Samoyed? 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 Samoyed 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 Samoyed.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Kai Ken and the Samoyed 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 Samoyed. 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 Samoyed.
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 Samoyed.
Kai Ken versus Samoyed: Overview
Both the Kai Ken and the Samoyed are similar in size. The Kai Ken and the Samoyed 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 Samoyed 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 Samoyed: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Kai Ken to the Samoyed 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 Samoyed
| Factor | Kai Ken | Samoyed |
|---|---|---|
| Life Span | 12 to 16 years | 12 to 14 years |
| Height | 17 to 22 inches | 1 foot, 7 inches to 2 feet tall at the shoulder |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 25 to 45 pounds | 50 to 60 pounds |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 14.0 years | 13.0 years |
| Price Range | No Data | $1500 – $3000 |
| Average Price | No Data | $2460 |
| Temperament Score | 100.0 percent | 80.3 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 Samoyed. 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 Samoyed is 71 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Kai Ken is a better pet than the Samoyed. 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 Samoyed 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 Samoyed
Below is a list of where the Kai Ken and the Samoyed are most different:
The Similarities Between the Kai Ken and the Samoyed
The Kai Ken and the Samoyed are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Kai Ken and the Samoyed are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Kai Ken versus Samoyed
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Kai Ken and the Samoyed.
Kai Kens weigh 25 to 45 pounds when fully grown. Kai Kens are 17 to 22 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, Samoyeds weigh 50 to 60 pounds when fully grown. Samoyeds are 1 foot, 7 inches to 2 feet tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Kai Ken versus Samoyed
The lifespan of Kai Kens is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Kai Kens is 14.0 years.
The lifespan of Samoyeds is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Samoyeds is 13.0 years.
Kai Kens live longer than Samoyeds.
Temperament of the Kai Ken Versus the Samoyed
The Kai Ken has a better temperament than the Samoyed.
This is because the temperament score for the Kai Ken is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Samoyed is 80.3 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 80.3 percent, the Samoyed has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Kai Ken and the Samoyed by measuring the temperaments of 1 Kai Kens and 294 Samoyeds.
Health Problems of Kai Ken versus Health Problems of Samoyed
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 Samoyed 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 Samoyed is prone to more genetic health problems than the Kai Ken.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Samoyed than for the Kai Ken.
2 health tests are recommended for Kai Ken while 5 tests are recommended for the Samoyed.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Kai Kens and in Samoyeds.
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.
Samoyed Health Problems
Samoyeds are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Samoyed 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 Samoyed puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Samoyed 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 Samoyeds for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Samoyeds here.
Tolerates Being Alone: Kai Ken versus Samoyed
Kai Kens can be left alone only for a short time.
Samoyeds do not like to be left alone.
Do Kai Kens shed more than Samoyeds?
Kai Kens shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Samoyeds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Kai Ken or the Samoyed
Kai Kens do have a very low tendency to drool.
Samoyeds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Kai Ken or the Samoyed?
Kai Kens require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Samoyeds require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Kai Ken Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Samoyed?
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.
Samoyeds 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 Samoyeds?
Kai Kens are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Samoyeds bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Kai Kens Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Samoyeds Tolerate Cold Weather?
Kai Kens can very well tolerate cold weather.
Samoyeds can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Kai Ken vs. Samoyed
Kai Kens have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Samoyeds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Kai Kens Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Samoyeds Tolerate Hot Weather?
Kai Kens can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Samoyeds cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Kai Ken or the Samoyed?
Kai Kens get along fairly well with other dogs.
Samoyeds get along very well with other dogs.
Are Kai Kens good family dogs? What about Samoyeds?
Kai Kens are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Samoyeds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Kai Kens and Samoyeds?
Kai Kens get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Samoyeds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Kai Ken Easier to Train than the Samoyed?
Kai Kens are fairly easy to train.
Samoyeds are fairly easy to train.
Is the Kai Ken Better for Apartment Owners than the Samoyed?
Kai Kens do not adapt well to apartment living.
Samoyeds do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Kai Ken or the Samoyed?
Kai Kens are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Samoyeds 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 Samoyed
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Samoyed 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 Samoyed:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Kai Ken and how the Samoyed compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Kai Ken and of the Samoyed to other breeds:
Kai Ken Versus Other Dog Breeds
Kai Ken versus Puli Kai Ken versus Carolina Dog Kai Ken versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Kai Ken versus Basset Hound Kai Ken versus Whoodle Kai Ken versus Azawakh Kai Ken versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle Kai Ken versus Brussels Griffon Kai Ken versus Norwegian Lundehund Kai Ken versus Estrela Mountain Dog Kai Ken versus German Wirehaired Pointer Kai Ken versus Curly-Coated Retriever Kai Ken versus Black Mouth Cur Kai Ken versus Briard Kai Ken versus Stabyhoun Kai Ken versus Kishu Ken Kai Ken versus Japanese Spitz Kai Ken versus English Cocker Spaniel Kai Ken versus Black and Tan Coonhound Kai Ken versus Scottish Deerhound Kai Ken versus Belgian Malinois Kai Ken versus Miniature Pinscher Kai Ken versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Kai Ken versus American Staffordshire Terrier Kai Ken versus Belgian Malinois
Samoyed Versus Other Dog Breeds
Samoyed versus Rhodesian Ridgeback Samoyed versus Cavachon Samoyed versus Miniature Pinscher Samoyed versus Saluki Samoyed versus Stabyhoun Samoyed versus Basset Hound Samoyed versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle Samoyed versus Lakeland Terrier Samoyed versus Affenpinscher Samoyed versus Cavachon Samoyed versus Canaan Dog Samoyed versus Giant Schnauzer Samoyed versus Whoodle Samoyed versus Borzoi Samoyed versus Stabyhoun Samoyed versus Lowchen Samoyed versus Spinone Italiano Samoyed versus Chi-Poo Samoyed versus Boston Terrier Samoyed versus German Pinscher Samoyed versus Norwich Terrier Samoyed versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Samoyed versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Samoyed versus Irish Water Spaniel
Conclusion: Kai Ken versus Samoyed. 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 Samoyed better suits you and your family.