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- Kai Ken Versus Treeing Walker Coonhound: Introduction
- Kai Ken versus Treeing Walker Coonhound: Overview
- Kai Ken versus Treeing Walker Coonhound: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Kai Ken and the Treeing Walker Coonhound
- The Similarities Between the Kai Ken and the Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Size (Weight and Height) of Kai Ken versus Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Lifespan of Kai Ken versus Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Temperament of the Treeing Walker Coonhound Versus the Kai Ken
- Health Problems of Kai Ken versus Health Problems of Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Tolerates Being Alone: Kai Ken versus Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Do Kai Kens shed more than Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
- Which one drools more, the Kai Ken or the Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Kai Ken or the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
- Does the Kai Ken Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
- Do Kai Kens Bark and Howl? What about Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
- Can Kai Kens Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Treeing Walker Coonhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Kai Ken vs. Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Can Kai Kens Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Treeing Walker Coonhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Kai Ken or the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
- Are Kai Kens good family dogs? What about Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
- How Kid-friendly are Kai Kens and Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
- Is the Kai Ken Easier to Train than the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Kai Ken
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Kai Ken versus Treeing Walker Coonhound. Which One is a Better Pet?
Kai Ken Versus Treeing Walker Coonhound: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Kai Ken and the Treeing Walker Coonhound? 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Kai Ken and the Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound. 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound.
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 Treeing Walker Coonhound.
Kai Ken versus Treeing Walker Coonhound: Overview
A very important difference between the Kai Ken and the Treeing Walker Coonhound is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Kai Ken is a medium-sized dog while the Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.
Kai Ken versus Treeing Walker Coonhound: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Kai Ken to the Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound
| Factor | Kai Ken | Treeing Walker Coonhound |
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| Life Span | 12 to 16 years | 12 to 13 years |
| Height | 17 to 22 inches | 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Weight | 25 to 45 pounds | 45 to 80 pounds |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 14.0 years | 12.5 years |
| Price Range | No Data | $300 – $850 |
| Average Price | No Data | $620 |
| Temperament Score | 100.0 percent | 62.5 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound. 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound is 66 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Kai Ken is a better pet than the Treeing Walker Coonhound. 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound
Below is a list of where the Kai Ken and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are most different:
The Similarities Between the Kai Ken and the Treeing Walker Coonhound
The Kai Ken and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Kai Ken and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Kai Ken versus Treeing Walker Coonhound
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Kai Ken and the Treeing Walker Coonhound.
Kai Kens weigh 25 to 45 pounds when fully grown. Kai Kens are 17 to 22 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, Treeing Walker Coonhounds weigh 45 to 80 pounds when fully grown. Treeing Walker Coonhounds are 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Kai Ken versus Treeing Walker Coonhound
The lifespan of Kai Kens is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Kai Kens is 14.0 years.
The lifespan of Treeing Walker Coonhounds is between 12 to 13 years. The average lifespan of Treeing Walker Coonhounds is 12.5 years.
Kai Kens live longer than Treeing Walker Coonhounds.
Temperament of the Treeing Walker Coonhound Versus the Kai Ken
The Kai Ken has a better temperament than the Treeing Walker Coonhound.
This is because the temperament score for the Kai Ken is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Treeing Walker Coonhound is 62.5 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 62.5 percent, the Treeing Walker Coonhound has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Kai Ken and the Treeing Walker Coonhound by measuring the temperaments of 1 Kai Kens and 8 Treeing Walker Coonhounds.
Health Problems of Kai Ken versus Health Problems of Treeing Walker Coonhound
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 Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound is prone to more genetic health problems than the Kai Ken.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Treeing Walker Coonhound than for the Kai Ken.
2 health tests are recommended for Kai Ken while 4 tests are recommended for the Treeing Walker Coonhound.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Kai Kens and in Treeing Walker Coonhounds.
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.
Treeing Walker Coonhound Health Problems
Treeing Walker Coonhounds are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhounds for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Treeing Walker Coonhounds here.
Tolerates Being Alone: Kai Ken versus Treeing Walker Coonhound
Kai Kens can be left alone only for a short time.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds do not like to be left alone.
Do Kai Kens shed more than Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
Kai Kens shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Kai Ken or the Treeing Walker Coonhound
Kai Kens do have a very low tendency to drool.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Kai Ken or the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
Kai Kens require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds are very easy to groom.
Does the Kai Ken Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
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.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds 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 Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
Kai Kens are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Kai Kens Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Treeing Walker Coonhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?
Kai Kens can very well tolerate cold weather.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Kai Ken vs. Treeing Walker Coonhound
Kai Kens have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Kai Kens Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Treeing Walker Coonhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?
Kai Kens can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound?
Kai Kens get along fairly well with other dogs.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Kai Kens good family dogs? What about Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
Kai Kens are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Kai Kens and Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
Kai Kens get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Kai Ken Easier to Train than the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
Kai Kens are fairly easy to train.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds are not easy to train.
Is the Kai Ken Better for Apartment Owners than the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
Kai Kens do not adapt well to apartment living.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Kai Ken or the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
Kai Kens are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Kai Ken and how the Treeing Walker Coonhound compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Kai Ken and of the Treeing Walker Coonhound to other breeds:
Kai Ken Versus Other Dog Breeds
Kai Ken versus Flat-Coated Retriever Kai Ken versus Spanish Mastiff Kai Ken versus Silky Terrier Kai Ken versus Japanese Spitz Kai Ken versus Flat-Coated Retriever Kai Ken versus American Pit Bull Terrier Kai Ken versus Pug Kai Ken versus Irish Setter Kai Ken versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Kai Ken versus Sussex Spaniel Kai Ken versus Welsh Springer Spaniel Kai Ken versus Boston Terrier Kai Ken versus Belgian Sheepdog Kai Ken versus Leonberger Kai Ken versus Shih Tzu Kai Ken versus Irish Terrier Kai Ken versus Japanese Spitz Kai Ken versus Valley Bulldog Kai Ken versus Norwegian Lundehund Kai Ken versus Pomsky Kai Ken versus Canaan Dog Kai Ken versus Kerry Blue Terrier Kai Ken versus Shiranian Kai Ken versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi Kai Ken versus Bouvier des Flandres
Treeing Walker Coonhound Versus Other Dog Breeds
Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Doberman Pinscher Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Chinese Crested Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Bolognese Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Kai Ken Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Neapolitan Mastiff Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Schnoodle Treeing Walker Coonhound versus German Pinscher Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Stabyhoun Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Lancashire Heeler Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Plott Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Newfoundland Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Jack Russell Terrier Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Weimaraner Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Alaskan Malamute Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Chi-Poo Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Welsh Springer Spaniel Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Scottish Deerhound Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Boxerdoodle Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Clumber Spaniel Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Shiba Inu Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Glen of Imaal Terrier Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Pomsky Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Chihuahua Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Pomchi
Conclusion: Kai Ken versus Treeing Walker Coonhound. 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound better suits you and your family.