A Detailed Comparison of the Keeshond and the Kishu Ken.

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Keeshond Versus Kishu Ken: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Keeshond and the Kishu Ken 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 Keeshond and for the Kishu Ken. 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 Keeshond and the Kishu Ken.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Keeshond or the Kishu Ken.

Keeshond versus Kishu Ken: Overview

Both the Keeshond and the Kishu Ken are similar in size. The Keeshond and the Kishu Ken are both medium-sized dogs.

Furthermore, the Keeshond 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 Kishu Ken 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.

Keeshond versus Kishu Ken: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Keeshond to the Kishu Ken 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 Keeshond and the Kishu Ken

Factor Keeshond Kishu Ken
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 4/5
Height 1 foot, 4 inches to 1 foot, 7 inches tall at the s 17 to 22 inches
Life Span 12 to 15 years 9 to 13 years
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 3/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 2/5
Weight 35 to 45 pounds 30 to 60 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 3/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 3/5
Easygoing 1/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 5/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 1/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 2/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 11.0 years
Average Price $1680 No Data
Price Range $1250 – $1850 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
    		•  No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Keeshond 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 Kishu Ken. 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 Keeshond is 83 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Kishu Ken is 79 out of 125.

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

    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 Keeshond and the Kishu Ken so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Keeshond and the Kishu Ken

    Below is a list of where the Keeshond and the Kishu Ken are most different:

  • Keeshonds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl. However, Kishu Kens are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Keeshonds are very playful. However, Kishu Kens not very playful.

    • The Similarities Between the Keeshond and the Kishu Ken

    The Keeshond and the Kishu Ken are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Keeshond and the Kishu Ken are most similar:

  • Both the Keeshond and the Kishu Ken do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Keeshond and the Kishu Ken do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Keeshond and the Kishu Ken adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Keeshond and the Kishu Ken gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Keeshond and the Kishu Ken are very easy to train.
  • Both the Keeshond and the Kishu Ken are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Keeshond and the Kishu Ken have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Keeshond and the Kishu Ken can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Keeshond and the Kishu Ken shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Keeshond versus Kishu Ken

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Keeshond and the Kishu Ken.

    Keeshonds weigh 35 to 45 pounds when fully grown. Keeshonds are 1 foot, 4 inches to 1 foot, 7 inches tall at the s when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Kishu Kens weigh 30 to 60 pounds when fully grown. Kishu Kens are 17 to 22 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Keeshond versus Kishu Ken

    The lifespan of Keeshonds is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Keeshonds is 13.5 years.

    The lifespan of Kishu Kens is between 9 to 13 years. The average lifespan of Kishu Kens is 11.0 years.

    Keeshonds live longer than Kishu Kens.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Keeshond versus Kishu Ken

    Keeshonds do not like to be left alone.

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

    Do Keeshonds shed more than Kishu Kens?

    Keeshonds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

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

    Which one drools more, the Keeshond or the Kishu Ken

    Keeshonds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Kishu Kens do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Keeshond or the Kishu Ken?

    Keeshonds are moderately easy to groom.

    Kishu Kens are moderately easy to groom.

    Does the Keeshond Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Kishu Ken?

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

    Kishu 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.

    Do Keeshonds Bark and Howl? What about Kishu Kens?

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

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

    Can Keeshonds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Kishu Kens Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Keeshonds can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Kishu Kens can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Keeshond vs. Kishu Ken

    Keeshonds do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Kishu Kens do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Can Keeshonds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Kishu Kens Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Keeshonds can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

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

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Keeshond or the Kishu Ken?

    Keeshonds get along very well with other dogs.

    Kishu Kens do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Keeshonds good family dogs? What about Kishu Kens?

    Keeshonds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Kishu Kens are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Keeshonds and Kishu Kens?

    Keeshonds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Kishu Kens get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Is the Keeshond Easier to Train than the Kishu Ken?

    Keeshonds are very easy to train.

    Kishu Kens are very easy to train.

    Is the Keeshond Better for Apartment Owners than the Kishu Ken?

    Keeshonds adapt very well to apartment living.

    Kishu Kens adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Keeshond or the Kishu Ken?

    Keeshonds are very good for new dog owners.

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

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Keeshond

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

  • American Eskimo Dog (82 percent match with Keeshond). Here is our comparison of the Kishu Ken vs American Eskimo Dog.
  • Collie (84 percent match with Keeshond). Here is our comparison of the Kishu Ken vs Collie.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Kishu Ken

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Kishu 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 Kishu Ken:

  • Alaskan Klee Kai (76 percent match with Kishu Ken). Here is our comparison of the Keeshond vs Alaskan Klee Kai.
  • Dutch Shepherd (78 percent match with Kishu Ken). Here is our comparison of the Keeshond vs Dutch Shepherd.
  • Kai Ken (79 percent match with Kishu Ken). Here is our comparison of the Keeshond vs Kai Ken.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Keeshond Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Keeshond versus Boston Terrier     Keeshond versus Cockalier     Keeshond versus Basset Hound     Keeshond versus American Staffordshire Terrier     Keeshond versus American Staffordshire Terrier     Keeshond versus Australian Shepherd     Keeshond versus Brussels Griffon     Keeshond versus Bullmastiff     Keeshond versus Maremma Sheepdog     Keeshond versus German Wirehaired Pointer     Keeshond versus Shichon     Keeshond versus Akbash     Keeshond versus Shetland Sheepdog     Keeshond versus Braque du Bourbonnais     Keeshond versus Chinese Crested     Keeshond versus Basset Hound     Keeshond versus Puggle     Keeshond versus Scottish Deerhound     Keeshond versus Scottish Terrier     Keeshond versus Boykin Spaniel     Keeshond versus Kuvasz     Keeshond versus Boston Terrier     Keeshond versus Dogue de Bordeaux     Keeshond versus Sheepadoodle     Keeshond versus Whippet     

    Kishu Ken Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Kishu Ken versus Field Spaniel     Kishu Ken versus Cane Corso     Kishu Ken versus Scottish Terrier     Kishu Ken versus German Longhaired Pointer     Kishu Ken versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog     Kishu Ken versus Boxerdoodle     Kishu Ken versus Shih Tzu     Kishu Ken versus Cockapoo     Kishu Ken versus Berger Picard     Kishu Ken versus Beaglier     Kishu Ken versus Golden Retriever     Kishu Ken versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel     Kishu Ken versus Ibizan Hound     Kishu Ken versus German Longhaired Pointer     Kishu Ken versus Bernese Mountain Dog     Kishu Ken versus Labradoodle     Kishu Ken versus Boykin Spaniel     Kishu Ken versus Japanese Chin     Kishu Ken versus Dachshund     Kishu Ken versus Belgian Sheepdog     Kishu Ken versus Basenji     Kishu Ken versus Miniature Schnauzer     Kishu Ken versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     Kishu Ken versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog     Kishu Ken versus Redbone Coonhound     

    Conclusion: Keeshond versus Kishu Ken. 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 Keeshond and the Kishu Ken better suits you and your family.