A Detailed Comparison of the Kai Ken and the Valley Bulldog.

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Kai Ken Versus Valley Bulldog: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Kai Ken and the Valley Bulldog? 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 Valley Bulldog 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 Valley Bulldog.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Kai Ken and the Valley Bulldog 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 Valley Bulldog. 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 Valley Bulldog.

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 Valley Bulldog.

Kai Ken versus Valley Bulldog: Overview

A very important difference between the Kai Ken and the Valley Bulldog is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Kai Ken is a medium-sized dog while the Valley Bulldog 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 Valley Bulldog belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Kai Ken versus Valley Bulldog: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Kai Ken to the Valley Bulldog 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 Valley Bulldog

Factor Kai Ken Valley Bulldog
Life Span 12 to 16 years 8 to 12 years
Height 17 to 22 inches 12 to 25 inches
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 2/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 3/5
Easygoing 4/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 2/5
Weight 25 to 45 pounds 50 to 125 pounds
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 1/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 3/5
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 1/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 2/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 2/5
Intelligence 5/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 2/5
Average Lifespan 14.0 years 10.0 years
Price Range No Data $1950 – $2200
Average Price No Data $2050
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 Valley Bulldog. 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 Valley Bulldog is 74 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Valley Bulldog is a better pet than the Kai Ken. So, you should get the Valley Bulldog!

    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 Valley Bulldog 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 Valley Bulldog

    Below is a list of where the Kai Ken and the Valley Bulldog are most different:

  • Kai Kens require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom. However, Valley Bulldogs are very easy to groom.
  • Kai Kens can tolerate cold weather. However, Valley Bulldogs cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • The Similarities Between the Kai Ken and the Valley Bulldog

    The Kai Ken and the Valley Bulldog are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Kai Ken and the Valley Bulldog are most similar:

  • Both the Kai Ken and the Valley Bulldog are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Kai Ken and the Valley Bulldog do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Kai Ken and the Valley Bulldog are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Kai Ken and the Valley Bulldog are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Kai Ken and the Valley Bulldog get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Kai Ken and the Valley Bulldog shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Kai Ken and the Valley Bulldog are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Kai Ken and the Valley Bulldog do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Kai Ken and the Valley Bulldog have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Kai Ken and the Valley Bulldog require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Kai Ken versus Valley Bulldog

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Kai Ken and the Valley Bulldog.

    Kai Kens weigh 25 to 45 pounds when fully grown. Kai Kens are 17 to 22 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Valley Bulldogs weigh 50 to 125 pounds when fully grown. Valley Bulldogs are 12 to 25 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Kai Ken versus Valley Bulldog

    The lifespan of Kai Kens is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Kai Kens is 14.0 years.

    The lifespan of Valley Bulldogs is between 8 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Valley Bulldogs is 10.0 years.

    Kai Kens live longer than Valley Bulldogs.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Kai Ken versus Valley Bulldog

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

    Valley Bulldogs do not like to be left alone.

    Do Kai Kens shed more than Valley Bulldogs?

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

    Valley Bulldogs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Kai Ken or the Valley Bulldog

    Kai Kens do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Valley Bulldogs drool moderately.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Kai Ken or the Valley Bulldog?

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

    Valley Bulldogs are very easy to groom.

    Does the Kai Ken Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Valley Bulldog?

    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.

    Valley Bulldogs have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do Kai Kens Bark and Howl? What about Valley Bulldogs?

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

    Valley Bulldogs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Kai Kens Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Valley Bulldogs Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Kai Kens can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Valley Bulldogs cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Kai Ken vs. Valley Bulldog

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

    Valley Bulldogs 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 Valley Bulldogs Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Valley Bulldogs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Kai Ken or the Valley Bulldog?

    Kai Kens get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Valley Bulldogs get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Kai Kens good family dogs? What about Valley Bulldogs?

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

    Valley Bulldogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Kai Kens and Valley Bulldogs?

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

    Valley Bulldogs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Kai Ken Easier to Train than the Valley Bulldog?

    Kai Kens are fairly easy to train.

    Valley Bulldogs are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Kai Ken Better for Apartment Owners than the Valley Bulldog?

    Kai Kens do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Valley Bulldogs adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Kai Ken or the Valley Bulldog?

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

    Valley Bulldogs are OK 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 Valley Bulldog vs Icelandic Sheepdog.
  • Kishu Ken (79 percent match with Kai Ken). Here is our comparison of the Valley Bulldog vs Kishu Ken.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Valley Bulldog

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Valley Bulldog 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 Valley Bulldog:

  • Rottweiler (74 percent match with Valley Bulldog). Here is our comparison of the Kai Ken vs Rottweiler.
  • Boxer (80 percent match with Valley Bulldog). Here is our comparison of the Kai Ken vs Boxer.
  • Bulldog (75 percent match with Valley Bulldog). Here is our comparison of the Kai Ken vs Bulldog.
  • French Bulldog (73 percent match with Valley Bulldog). Here is our comparison of the Kai Ken vs French Bulldog.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Kai Ken Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Kai Ken versus Greyhound     Kai Ken versus King Shepherd     Kai Ken versus French Spaniel     Kai Ken versus Great Pyrenees     Kai Ken versus Boxerdoodle     Kai Ken versus Great Pyrenees     Kai Ken versus Pomsky     Kai Ken versus Goldendoodle     Kai Ken versus Great Pyrenees     Kai Ken versus Irish Terrier     Kai Ken versus Golden Retriever     Kai Ken versus Ibizan Hound     Kai Ken versus Basset Hound     Kai Ken versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog     Kai Ken versus Pomapoo     Kai Ken versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     Kai Ken versus Scottish Deerhound     Kai Ken versus Cairn Terrier     Kai Ken versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     Kai Ken versus Bulldog     Kai Ken versus Braque du Bourbonnais     Kai Ken versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Kai Ken versus Shetland Sheepdog     Kai Ken versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog     Kai Ken versus Bordoodle     

    Valley Bulldog Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Valley Bulldog versus Bich Poo     Valley Bulldog versus Pomeranian     Valley Bulldog versus Dogue de Bordeaux     Valley Bulldog versus English Springer Spaniel     Valley Bulldog versus German Longhaired Pointer     Valley Bulldog versus American Hairless Terrier     Valley Bulldog versus Australian Cattle Dog     Valley Bulldog versus Bulldog     Valley Bulldog versus Catahoula Bulldog     Valley Bulldog versus Bordoodle     Valley Bulldog versus Pug     Valley Bulldog versus Chi-Poo     Valley Bulldog versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen     Valley Bulldog versus Bich Poo     Valley Bulldog versus French Bulldog     Valley Bulldog versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi     Valley Bulldog versus Pyrenean Mastiff     Valley Bulldog versus Carolina Dog     Valley Bulldog versus Boerboel     Valley Bulldog versus Irish Water Spaniel     Valley Bulldog versus Norwegian Lundehund     Valley Bulldog versus German Wirehaired Pointer     Valley Bulldog versus Bluetick Coonhound     Valley Bulldog versus Miniature Schnauzer     Valley Bulldog versus French Bulldog     

    Conclusion: Kai Ken versus Valley Bulldog. 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 Valley Bulldog better suits you and your family.