Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Kai Ken Versus Tibetan Mastiff: Introduction
- Kai Ken versus Tibetan Mastiff: Overview
- Kai Ken versus Tibetan Mastiff: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Kai Ken and the Tibetan Mastiff
- The Similarities Between the Kai Ken and the Tibetan Mastiff
- Size (Weight and Height) of Kai Ken versus Tibetan Mastiff
- Lifespan of Kai Ken versus Tibetan Mastiff
- Temperament of the Tibetan Mastiff Versus the Kai Ken
- Health Problems of Kai Ken versus Health Problems of Tibetan Mastiff
- Tolerates Being Alone: Kai Ken versus Tibetan Mastiff
- Do Kai Kens shed more than Tibetan Mastiffs?
- Which one drools more, the Kai Ken or the Tibetan Mastiff
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Kai Ken or the Tibetan Mastiff?
- Does the Kai Ken Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Tibetan Mastiff?
- Do Kai Kens Bark and Howl? What about Tibetan Mastiffs?
- Can Kai Kens Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Tibetan Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Kai Ken vs. Tibetan Mastiff
- Can Kai Kens Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Tibetan Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Kai Ken or the Tibetan Mastiff?
- Are Kai Kens good family dogs? What about Tibetan Mastiffs?
- How Kid-friendly are Kai Kens and Tibetan Mastiffs?
- Is the Kai Ken Easier to Train than the Tibetan Mastiff?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Kai Ken
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Tibetan Mastiff
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Kai Ken versus Tibetan Mastiff. Which One is a Better Pet?
Kai Ken Versus Tibetan Mastiff: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Kai Ken and the Tibetan Mastiff? 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 Tibetan Mastiff 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 Tibetan Mastiff.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Kai Ken and the Tibetan Mastiff 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 Tibetan Mastiff. 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 Tibetan Mastiff.
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 Tibetan Mastiff.
Kai Ken versus Tibetan Mastiff: Overview
A very important difference between the Kai Ken and the Tibetan Mastiff is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Kai Ken is a medium-sized dog while the Tibetan Mastiff is a giant-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 Tibetan Mastiff 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 Tibetan Mastiff: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Kai Ken to the Tibetan Mastiff 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 Tibetan Mastiff
| Factor | Kai Ken | Tibetan Mastiff |
|---|---|---|
| Life Span | 12 to 16 years | 10 to 14 years |
| Height | 17 to 22 inches | 2 feet to 2 feet, 2 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Easygoing | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 25 to 45 pounds | 75 to 160 pounds |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| 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 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 14.0 years | 12.0 years |
| Price Range | No Data | $1500 – $3000 |
| Average Price | No Data | $3190 |
| Temperament Score | 100.0 percent | 52.9 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 Tibetan Mastiff. 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 Tibetan Mastiff is 77 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Tibetan Mastiff is a better pet than the Kai Ken. So, you should get the Tibetan Mastiff!
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 Tibetan Mastiff 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 Tibetan Mastiff
Below is a list of where the Kai Ken and the Tibetan Mastiff are most different:
The Similarities Between the Kai Ken and the Tibetan Mastiff
The Kai Ken and the Tibetan Mastiff are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Kai Ken and the Tibetan Mastiff are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Kai Ken versus Tibetan Mastiff
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Kai Ken and the Tibetan Mastiff.
Kai Kens weigh 25 to 45 pounds when fully grown. Kai Kens are 17 to 22 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, Tibetan Mastiffs weigh 75 to 160 pounds when fully grown. Tibetan Mastiffs are 2 feet to 2 feet, 2 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Kai Ken versus Tibetan Mastiff
The lifespan of Kai Kens is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Kai Kens is 14.0 years.
The lifespan of Tibetan Mastiffs is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Tibetan Mastiffs is 12.0 years.
Kai Kens live longer than Tibetan Mastiffs.
Temperament of the Tibetan Mastiff Versus the Kai Ken
The Kai Ken has a better temperament than the Tibetan Mastiff.
This is because the temperament score for the Kai Ken is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Tibetan Mastiff is 52.9 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 52.9 percent, the Tibetan Mastiff has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Kai Ken and the Tibetan Mastiff by measuring the temperaments of 1 Kai Kens and 17 Tibetan Mastiffs.
Health Problems of Kai Ken versus Health Problems of Tibetan Mastiff
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 Tibetan Mastiff 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 Tibetan Mastiff is prone to more genetic health problems than the Kai Ken.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Tibetan Mastiff than for the Kai Ken.
2 health tests are recommended for Kai Ken while 4 tests are recommended for the Tibetan Mastiff.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Kai Kens and in Tibetan Mastiffs.
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.
Tibetan Mastiff Health Problems
Tibetan Mastiffs are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Tibetan Mastiff 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 Tibetan Mastiff puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Tibetan Mastiff 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 Tibetan Mastiffs for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Tibetan Mastiffs here.
Tolerates Being Alone: Kai Ken versus Tibetan Mastiff
Kai Kens can be left alone only for a short time.
Tibetan Mastiffs do not like to be left alone.
Do Kai Kens shed more than Tibetan Mastiffs?
Kai Kens shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Tibetan Mastiffs do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Kai Ken or the Tibetan Mastiff
Kai Kens do have a very low tendency to drool.
Tibetan Mastiffs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Kai Ken or the Tibetan Mastiff?
Kai Kens require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Tibetan Mastiffs are very easy to groom.
Does the Kai Ken Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Tibetan Mastiff?
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.
Tibetan Mastiffs have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Kai Kens Bark and Howl? What about Tibetan Mastiffs?
Kai Kens are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Tibetan Mastiffs are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Kai Kens Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Tibetan Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather?
Kai Kens can very well tolerate cold weather.
Tibetan Mastiffs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Kai Ken vs. Tibetan Mastiff
Kai Kens have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Tibetan Mastiffs 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 Tibetan Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather?
Kai Kens can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Tibetan Mastiffs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Kai Ken or the Tibetan Mastiff?
Kai Kens get along fairly well with other dogs.
Tibetan Mastiffs get along very well with other dogs.
Are Kai Kens good family dogs? What about Tibetan Mastiffs?
Kai Kens are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Tibetan Mastiffs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Kai Kens and Tibetan Mastiffs?
Kai Kens get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Tibetan Mastiffs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Kai Ken Easier to Train than the Tibetan Mastiff?
Kai Kens are fairly easy to train.
Tibetan Mastiffs are not easy to train.
Is the Kai Ken Better for Apartment Owners than the Tibetan Mastiff?
Kai Kens do not adapt well to apartment living.
Tibetan Mastiffs do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Kai Ken or the Tibetan Mastiff?
Kai Kens are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Tibetan Mastiffs 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 Tibetan Mastiff
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Tibetan Mastiff 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 Tibetan Mastiff:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Kai Ken and how the Tibetan Mastiff compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Kai Ken and of the Tibetan Mastiff to other breeds:
Kai Ken Versus Other Dog Breeds
Kai Ken versus Havanese Kai Ken versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Kai Ken versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Kai Ken versus Papillon Kai Ken versus Lagotto Romagnolo Kai Ken versus Whoodle Kai Ken versus Morkie Kai Ken versus Shichon Kai Ken versus Saint Berdoodle Kai Ken versus Goldador Kai Ken versus Komondor Kai Ken versus Catahoula Leopard Dog Kai Ken versus Azawakh Kai Ken versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi Kai Ken versus Basenji Kai Ken versus Aussiedoodle Kai Ken versus Boerboel Kai Ken versus Karelian Bear Dog Kai Ken versus Irish Wolfhound Kai Ken versus Manchester Terrier Kai Ken versus Tibetan Spaniel Kai Ken versus Cockapoo Kai Ken versus Tibetan Terrier Kai Ken versus Gordon Setter Kai Ken versus Bernese Mountain Dog
Tibetan Mastiff Versus Other Dog Breeds
Tibetan Mastiff versus American Eskimo Dog Tibetan Mastiff versus Bichon Frise Tibetan Mastiff versus Golden Retriever Tibetan Mastiff versus Treeing Walker Coonhound Tibetan Mastiff versus Biewer Terrier Tibetan Mastiff versus Brittany Tibetan Mastiff versus Carolina Dog Tibetan Mastiff versus Morkie Tibetan Mastiff versus Whippet Tibetan Mastiff versus Bernedoodle Tibetan Mastiff versus Vizsla Tibetan Mastiff versus Miniature Pinscher Tibetan Mastiff versus Akita Tibetan Mastiff versus Australian Kelpie Tibetan Mastiff versus English Springer Spaniel Tibetan Mastiff versus Samoyed Tibetan Mastiff versus Pomapoo Tibetan Mastiff versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog Tibetan Mastiff versus Akbash Tibetan Mastiff versus Labradoodle Tibetan Mastiff versus Japanese Spitz Tibetan Mastiff versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi Tibetan Mastiff versus Japanese Spitz Tibetan Mastiff versus Lhasa Apso Tibetan Mastiff versus Frenchton
Conclusion: Kai Ken versus Tibetan Mastiff. 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 Tibetan Mastiff better suits you and your family.