Differences and Similarities between the Kishu Ken and the Rottweiler.

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Kishu Ken Versus Rottweiler: Introduction

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

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

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 Rottweiler.

Kishu Ken versus Rottweiler: Overview

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

Furthermore, both the Kishu Ken and the Rottweiler are Working Dogs. This means both the Kishu Ken and the Rottweiler 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.

Kishu Ken versus Rottweiler: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Kishu Ken to the Rottweiler 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 Rottweiler

Factor Kishu Ken Rottweiler
Does NOT Bark or Howl 5/5 2/5
Height 17 to 22 inches 22 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 1/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 2/5 5/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 3/5 2/5
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 3/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Weight 30 to 60 pounds 85 to 130 pounds
Does NOT Shed 2/5 2/5
General Health 4/5 2/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 2/5
Intelligence 5/5 5/5
Life Span 9 to 13 years 8 to 11 years
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 9.5 years
Price Range No Data $1300 – $2000
Average Price No Data $1740
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Cardiac Evaluation (note minimum age of 24 months as requested by ARC effective 8/1/16)
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination (note minimum age of 24 months as requested by ARC effective 8/1/16)
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Juvenile Laryngeal Paralysis & Polyneuropathy (JLPP)
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    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 Rottweiler. 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 Rottweiler is 69 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Kishu Ken is a better pet than the Rottweiler. 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 Rottweiler 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 Rottweiler

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

  • Kishu Kens are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl. However, Rottweilers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Kishu Kens not very playful. However, Rottweilers are very playful.
  • Kishu Kens can tolerate cold weather. However, Rottweilers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    • The Similarities Between the Kishu Ken and the Rottweiler

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

  • Both the Kishu Ken and the Rottweiler are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Kishu Ken and the Rottweiler do not get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Kishu Ken and the Rottweiler are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Kishu Ken and the Rottweiler 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 Rottweiler shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Kishu Ken and the Rottweiler are very easy to train.
  • Both the Kishu Ken and the Rottweiler have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Kishu Ken and the Rottweiler require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Kishu Ken and the Rottweiler are highly intelligent.

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

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

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

    On the other hand, Rottweilers weigh 85 to 130 pounds when fully grown. Rottweilers are 22 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Kishu Ken versus Rottweiler

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

    The lifespan of Rottweilers is between 8 to 11 years. The average lifespan of Rottweilers is 9.5 years.

    Kishu Kens live longer than Rottweilers.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Kishu Ken versus Rottweiler

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

    Rottweilers do not like to be left alone.

    Do Kishu Kens shed more than Rottweilers?

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

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

    Which one drools more, the Kishu Ken or the Rottweiler

    Kishu Kens do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Rottweilers have a very high tendency to drool.

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

    Kishu Kens are moderately easy to groom.

    Rottweilers are very easy to groom.

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

    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.

    Rottweilers 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 Kishu Kens Bark and Howl? What about Rottweilers?

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

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

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

    Kishu Kens can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Rottweilers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Kishu Ken vs. Rottweiler

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

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

    Can Kishu Kens Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Rottweilers Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Rottweilers 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 Rottweiler?

    Kishu Kens do not get along well with other dogs.

    Rottweilers do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Kishu Kens good family dogs? What about Rottweilers?

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

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

    How Kid-friendly are Kishu Kens and Rottweilers?

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

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

    Is the Kishu Ken Easier to Train than the Rottweiler?

    Kishu Kens are very easy to train.

    Rottweilers are very easy to train.

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

    Kishu Kens adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Rottweilers do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

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

    Rottweilers are not the best dogs 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 Rottweiler vs Alaskan Klee Kai.
  • Dutch Shepherd (78 percent match with Kishu Ken). Here is our comparison of the Rottweiler vs Dutch Shepherd.
  • Kai Ken (79 percent match with Kishu Ken). Here is our comparison of the Rottweiler vs Kai Ken.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Rottweiler

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

  • Boxer (75 percent match with Rottweiler). Here is our comparison of the Kishu Ken vs Boxer.
  • Portuguese Pointer (74 percent match with Rottweiler). Here is our comparison of the Kishu Ken vs Portuguese Pointer.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Kishu Ken Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Kishu Ken versus Pomsky     Kishu Ken versus Bouvier des Flandres     Kishu Ken versus Pomchi     Kishu Ken versus Havanese     Kishu Ken versus Bluetick Coonhound     Kishu Ken versus Golden Cocker Retriever     Kishu Ken versus American Bulldog     Kishu Ken versus Japanese Spitz     Kishu Ken versus Black Russian Terrier     Kishu Ken versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon     Kishu Ken versus Catahoula Leopard Dog     Kishu Ken versus Australian Shepherd     Kishu Ken versus Field Spaniel     Kishu Ken versus American Water Spaniel     Kishu Ken versus Irish Terrier     Kishu Ken versus Kerry Blue Terrier     Kishu Ken versus French Spaniel     Kishu Ken versus Pyrenean Shepherd     Kishu Ken versus Lancashire Heeler     Kishu Ken versus Airedale Terrier     Kishu Ken versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon     Kishu Ken versus Belgian Tervuren     Kishu Ken versus Newfoundland     Kishu Ken versus Xoloitzcuintli     Kishu Ken versus Ibizan Hound     

    Rottweiler Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Rottweiler versus Scottish Terrier     Rottweiler versus German Longhaired Pointer     Rottweiler versus Brittany     Rottweiler versus Tibetan Terrier     Rottweiler versus Scottish Deerhound     Rottweiler versus Dachshund     Rottweiler versus American Water Spaniel     Rottweiler versus Cane Corso     Rottweiler versus Catahoula Bulldog     Rottweiler versus Cane Corso     Rottweiler versus Airedale Terrier     Rottweiler versus Japanese Spitz     Rottweiler versus Akita     Rottweiler versus Bichon Frise     Rottweiler versus Berger Picard     Rottweiler versus American Foxhound     Rottweiler versus Standard Schnauzer     Rottweiler versus Afghan Hound     Rottweiler versus Havanese     Rottweiler versus Pyredoodle     Rottweiler versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     Rottweiler versus Kooikerhondje     Rottweiler versus Skye Terrier     Rottweiler versus Australian Cattle Dog     Rottweiler versus Puli     

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