Differences and Similarities between the Kishu Ken and the Kooikerhondje.

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Kishu Ken Versus Kooikerhondje: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Kishu Ken 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 Kishu Ken 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 Kishu Ken 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 Kishu Ken or the Kooikerhondje.

Kishu Ken versus Kooikerhondje: Overview

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

Furthermore, 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.

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.

Kishu Ken versus Kooikerhondje: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Kishu Ken 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 Kishu Ken and the Kooikerhondje

Factor Kishu Ken Kooikerhondje
Does NOT Bark or Howl 5/5 3/5
Height 17 to 22 inches 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 2/5 4/5
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
Affectionate With Family 3/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 1/5
Weight 30 to 60 pounds 20 to 25 pounds
Does NOT Shed 2/5 3/5
General Health 4/5 5/5
Easy To Train 4/5 1/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 4/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Life Span 9 to 13 years 12 to 14 years
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 13.0 years
Price Range No Data No Data
Average Price No Data No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data No Data

Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Kishu 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 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 Kishu Ken is 79 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Kooikerhondje is 70 out of 125.

Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Kishu Ken is a better pet than the Kooikerhondje. So, you should get the Kishu 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 Kishu Ken and the Kooikerhondje so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Kishu Ken and the Kooikerhondje

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

  • Kishu Kens are very easy to train. However, Kooikerhondjes are not easy to train.

    • The Similarities Between the Kishu Ken and the Kooikerhondje

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

  • Both the Kishu Ken and the Kooikerhondje are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Kishu Ken and the Kooikerhondje do not get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Kishu Ken and the Kooikerhondje are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Kishu Ken and the Kooikerhondje do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Kishu Ken and the Kooikerhondje are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Kishu Ken and the Kooikerhondje do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Kishu Ken and the Kooikerhondje shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Kishu Ken and the Kooikerhondje are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Kishu Ken and the Kooikerhondje have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Kishu Ken and the Kooikerhondje require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Kishu Ken and the Kooikerhondje can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Kishu Ken and the Kooikerhondje are highly intelligent.

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

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

    Kishu Kens weigh 30 to 60 pounds when fully grown. Kishu Kens are 17 to 22 inches 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 Kishu Ken versus Kooikerhondje

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

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

    Kooikerhondjes live longer than Kishu Kens.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Kishu Ken versus Kooikerhondje

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

    Kooikerhondjes do not like to be left alone.

    Do Kishu Kens shed more than Kooikerhondjes?

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

    Kooikerhondjes shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Kishu Ken or the Kooikerhondje

    Kishu Kens do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Kooikerhondjes do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

    Kishu Kens are moderately easy to groom.

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

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

    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.

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

    Do Kishu Kens Bark and Howl? What about Kooikerhondjes?

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

    Kooikerhondjes bark and howl, but not very much.

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

    Kishu Kens can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Kooikerhondjes can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Kishu Ken vs. Kooikerhondje

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

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

    Can Kishu Kens Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Kooikerhondjes Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Kishu Kens 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 Kishu Ken or the Kooikerhondje?

    Kishu Kens do not get along well with other dogs.

    Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Kishu Kens good family dogs? What about Kooikerhondjes?

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

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

    How Kid-friendly are Kishu Kens and Kooikerhondjes?

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

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

    Is the Kishu Ken Easier to Train than the Kooikerhondje?

    Kishu Kens are very easy to train.

    Kooikerhondjes are not easy to train.

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

    Kishu Kens adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Kooikerhondjes adapt very well to apartment living.

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

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

    Kooikerhondjes are OK for new dog owners.

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

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

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Kishu Ken Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Kishu Ken versus Irish Terrier     Kishu Ken versus Maltipoo     Kishu Ken versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     Kishu Ken versus Manchester Terrier     Kishu Ken versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog     Kishu Ken versus Portuguese Water Dog     Kishu Ken versus Saluki     Kishu Ken versus Belgian Malinois     Kishu Ken versus Chihuahua     Kishu Ken versus Estrela Mountain Dog     Kishu Ken versus Morkie     Kishu Ken versus Labradoodle     Kishu Ken versus English Toy Spaniel     Kishu Ken versus Standard Schnauzer     Kishu Ken versus Neapolitan Mastiff     Kishu Ken versus Cane Corso     Kishu Ken versus Lhasapoo     Kishu Ken versus French Spaniel     Kishu Ken versus Great Dane     Kishu Ken versus Great Dane     Kishu Ken versus Karelian Bear Dog     Kishu Ken versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Kishu Ken versus Estrela Mountain Dog     Kishu Ken versus Cavapoo     Kishu Ken versus American Pit Bull Terrier     

    Kooikerhondje Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Kooikerhondje versus Airedale Terrier     Kooikerhondje versus Newfoundland     Kooikerhondje versus Ibizan Hound     Kooikerhondje versus Border Collie     Kooikerhondje versus Affenpinscher     Kooikerhondje versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon     Kooikerhondje versus Bichon Frise     Kooikerhondje versus Shiloh Shepherd     Kooikerhondje versus Norwegian Buhund     Kooikerhondje versus Goldendoodle     Kooikerhondje versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier     Kooikerhondje versus Dogue de Bordeaux     Kooikerhondje versus Rottweiler     Kooikerhondje versus Tibetan Mastiff     Kooikerhondje versus American Foxhound     Kooikerhondje versus Cocker Spaniel     Kooikerhondje versus Pyrenean Shepherd     Kooikerhondje versus Greyhound     Kooikerhondje versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog     Kooikerhondje versus Papillon     Kooikerhondje versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon     Kooikerhondje versus Cavapoo     Kooikerhondje versus Sloughi     Kooikerhondje versus Borzoi     Kooikerhondje versus Belgian Sheepdog     

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