Is the Kerry Blue Terrier Better than the Kooikerhondje as a Pet? Answer…

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Kerry Blue Terrier Versus Kooikerhondje: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Kooikerhondje? 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 Kerry Blue Terrier and the Kooikerhondje 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 Kerry Blue Terrier and the Kooikerhondje.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Kooikerhondje 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 Kerry Blue Terrier and for the Kooikerhondje. 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 Kerry Blue Terrier and the Kooikerhondje.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Kerry Blue Terrier or the Kooikerhondje.

Kerry Blue Terrier versus Kooikerhondje: Overview

Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Kooikerhondje are similar in size. The Kerry Blue Terrier and the Kooikerhondje are both medium-sized dogs.

Furthermore, the Kerry Blue Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.

On the other hand, the Kooikerhondje belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.

Kerry Blue Terrier versus Kooikerhondje: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Kerry Blue Terrier to the Kooikerhondje 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 Kerry Blue Terrier and the Kooikerhondje

Factor Kerry Blue Terrier Kooikerhondje
Does NOT Shed 5/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 12 to 14 years
Height 17 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 3/5 4/5
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
General Health 3/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 3/5
Weight 33 to 40 pounds 20 to 25 pounds
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 2/5
Easy To Train 4/5 1/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 13.0 years
Average Price $1980 No Data
Price Range $2000 – $2000 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Clear By Parentage
  • Degenerative Myelopathy
  • Eye Examination
  • Factor XI Deficiency
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • von Willebrand`s Disease
    		•  No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Kerry Blue Terrier 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 Kooikerhondje. 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 Kerry Blue Terrier is 78 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Kooikerhondje is 70 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Kerry Blue Terrier is a better pet than the Kooikerhondje. So, you should get the Kerry Blue Terrier!

    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 Kerry Blue Terrier and the Kooikerhondje so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Kooikerhondje

    Below is a list of where the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Kooikerhondje are most different:

  • Kerry Blue Terriers are very easy to train. However, Kooikerhondjes are not easy to train.
  • Kerry Blue Terriers are very friendly towards strangers. However, Kooikerhondjes are not very friendly towards strangers.

    • The Similarities Between the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Kooikerhondje

    The Kerry Blue Terrier and the Kooikerhondje are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Kooikerhondje are most similar:

  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Kooikerhondje do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Kooikerhondje are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Kooikerhondje do not get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Kooikerhondje require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Kooikerhondje can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Kooikerhondje are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Kooikerhondje are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Kooikerhondje are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Kooikerhondje are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Kooikerhondje have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Kooikerhondje do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Kooikerhondje are very playful.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Kooikerhondje require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Kerry Blue Terrier versus Kooikerhondje

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Kooikerhondje.

    Kerry Blue Terriers weigh 33 to 40 pounds when fully grown. Kerry Blue Terriers are 17 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Kooikerhondjes weigh 20 to 25 pounds when fully grown. Kooikerhondjes are 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Kerry Blue Terrier versus Kooikerhondje

    The lifespan of Kerry Blue Terriers is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Kerry Blue Terriers is 13.5 years.

    The lifespan of Kooikerhondjes is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Kooikerhondjes is 13.0 years.

    Kerry Blue Terriers live longer than Kooikerhondjes.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Kerry Blue Terrier versus Kooikerhondje

    Kerry Blue Terriers can be left alone only for a short time.

    Kooikerhondjes do not like to be left alone.

    Do Kerry Blue Terriers shed more than Kooikerhondjes?

    Kerry Blue Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Kooikerhondjes shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Kerry Blue Terrier or the Kooikerhondje

    Kerry Blue Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Kooikerhondjes do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Kerry Blue Terrier or the Kooikerhondje?

    Kerry Blue Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

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

    Does the Kerry Blue Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Kooikerhondje?

    Kerry Blue Terriers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

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

    Do Kerry Blue Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Kooikerhondjes?

    Kerry Blue Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Kooikerhondjes bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Kerry Blue Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Kooikerhondjes Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Kerry Blue Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Kooikerhondjes can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Kerry Blue Terrier vs. Kooikerhondje

    Kerry Blue Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

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

    Can Kerry Blue Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Kooikerhondjes Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Kerry Blue Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

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

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Kerry Blue Terrier or the Kooikerhondje?

    Kerry Blue Terriers do not get along well with other dogs.

    Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Kerry Blue Terriers good family dogs? What about Kooikerhondjes?

    Kerry Blue Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Kooikerhondjes are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Kerry Blue Terriers and Kooikerhondjes?

    Kerry Blue Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

    Is the Kerry Blue Terrier Easier to Train than the Kooikerhondje?

    Kerry Blue Terriers are very easy to train.

    Kooikerhondjes are not easy to train.

    Is the Kerry Blue Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Kooikerhondje?

    Kerry Blue Terriers adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Kooikerhondjes adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Kerry Blue Terrier or the Kooikerhondje?

    Kerry Blue Terriers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Kooikerhondjes are OK for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Kerry Blue Terrier

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Kerry Blue Terrier 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 Kerry Blue Terrier:

  • Irish Water Spaniel (78 percent match with Kerry Blue Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Kooikerhondje vs Irish Water Spaniel.
  • Polish Lowland Sheepdog (79 percent match with Kerry Blue Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Kooikerhondje vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Kooikerhondje

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

  • Lakeland Terrier (75 percent match with Kooikerhondje). Here is our comparison of the Kerry Blue Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier.
  • Lhasapoo (75 percent match with Kooikerhondje). Here is our comparison of the Kerry Blue Terrier vs Lhasapoo.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Kerry Blue Terrier and how the Kooikerhondje compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Kerry Blue Terrier and of the Kooikerhondje to other breeds:

    Kerry Blue Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Kerry Blue Terrier versus Havanese     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Manchester Terrier     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Pekingese     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Schnoodle     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Hovawart     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Shichon     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Borzoi     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Boerboel     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Samoyed     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Boxer     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Goldador     Kerry Blue Terrier versus English Toy Spaniel     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Harrier     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Newfoundland     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Beagle     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Labrador Retriever     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Vizsla     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Irish Wolfhound     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Afador     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Saint Berdoodle     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Lowchen     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Azawakh     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Chinook     

    Kooikerhondje Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Kooikerhondje versus Black Russian Terrier     Kooikerhondje versus Brittany     Kooikerhondje versus Belgian Sheepdog     Kooikerhondje versus Bracco Italiano     Kooikerhondje versus American Foxhound     Kooikerhondje versus Mountain Cur     Kooikerhondje versus Briard     Kooikerhondje versus Valley Bulldog     Kooikerhondje versus Bearded Collie     Kooikerhondje versus Canaan Dog     Kooikerhondje versus Boston Terrier     Kooikerhondje versus Akita     Kooikerhondje versus Manchester Terrier     Kooikerhondje versus Kerry Blue Terrier     Kooikerhondje versus Afghan Hound     Kooikerhondje versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Kooikerhondje versus Saint Bernard     Kooikerhondje versus Cockalier     Kooikerhondje versus Lowchen     Kooikerhondje versus Lancashire Heeler     Kooikerhondje versus Fila Brasileiro     Kooikerhondje versus Leonberger     Kooikerhondje versus Kuvasz     Kooikerhondje versus Black Russian Terrier     Kooikerhondje versus Cavachon     

    Conclusion: Kerry Blue Terrier versus Kooikerhondje. 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 Kerry Blue Terrier and the Kooikerhondje better suits you and your family.