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- Kishu Ken Versus Silky Terrier: Introduction
- Kishu Ken versus Silky Terrier: Overview
- Kishu Ken versus Silky Terrier: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Kishu Ken and the Silky Terrier
- The Similarities Between the Kishu Ken and the Silky Terrier
- Size (Weight and Height) of Kishu Ken versus Silky Terrier
- Lifespan of Kishu Ken versus Silky Terrier
- Tolerates Being Alone: Kishu Ken versus Silky Terrier
- Do Kishu Kens shed more than Silky Terriers?
- Which one drools more, the Kishu Ken or the Silky Terrier
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Kishu Ken or the Silky Terrier?
- Does the Kishu Ken Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Silky Terrier?
- Do Kishu Kens Bark and Howl? What about Silky Terriers?
- Can Kishu Kens Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Silky Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Kishu Ken vs. Silky Terrier
- Can Kishu Kens Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Silky Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Kishu Ken or the Silky Terrier?
- Are Kishu Kens good family dogs? What about Silky Terriers?
- How Kid-friendly are Kishu Kens and Silky Terriers?
- Is the Kishu Ken Easier to Train than the Silky Terrier?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Kishu Ken
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Silky Terrier
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Kishu Ken versus Silky Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
Kishu Ken Versus Silky Terrier: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Kishu Ken and the Silky Terrier? 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 Silky Terrier 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 Silky Terrier.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Kishu Ken and the Silky Terrier 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 Silky Terrier. 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 Silky Terrier.
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 Silky Terrier.
Kishu Ken versus Silky Terrier: Overview
A very important difference between the Kishu Ken and the Silky Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Kishu Ken is a medium-sized dog while the Silky Terrier is a tiny-sized dog.
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 Silky Terrier 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.
Kishu Ken versus Silky Terrier: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Kishu Ken to the Silky Terrier 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 Silky Terrier
| Factor | Kishu Ken | Silky Terrier |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Height | 17 to 22 inches | 9 to 10 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Weight | 30 to 60 pounds | 8 to 10 pounds |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 9 to 13 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 13.5 years |
| Price Range | No Data | $1425 – $2075 |
| Average Price | No Data | $1890 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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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 Silky Terrier. 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 Silky Terrier is 80 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Silky Terrier is a better pet than the Kishu Ken. So, you should get the Silky 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 Kishu Ken and the Silky Terrier 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 Silky Terrier
Below is a list of where the Kishu Ken and the Silky Terrier are most different:
The Similarities Between the Kishu Ken and the Silky Terrier
The Kishu Ken and the Silky Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Kishu Ken and the Silky Terrier are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Kishu Ken versus Silky Terrier
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Kishu Ken and the Silky Terrier.
Kishu Kens weigh 30 to 60 pounds when fully grown. Kishu Kens are 17 to 22 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, Silky Terriers weigh 8 to 10 pounds when fully grown. Silky Terriers are 9 to 10 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Kishu Ken versus Silky Terrier
The lifespan of Kishu Kens is between 9 to 13 years. The average lifespan of Kishu Kens is 11.0 years.
The lifespan of Silky Terriers is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Silky Terriers is 13.5 years.
Silky Terriers live longer than Kishu Kens.
Tolerates Being Alone: Kishu Ken versus Silky Terrier
Kishu Kens can be left alone only for a short time.
Silky Terriers can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Kishu Kens shed more than Silky Terriers?
Kishu Kens shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Silky Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Kishu Ken or the Silky Terrier
Kishu Kens do have a very low tendency to drool.
Silky Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Kishu Ken or the Silky Terrier?
Kishu Kens are moderately easy to groom.
Silky Terriers are very easy to groom.
Does the Kishu Ken Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Silky Terrier?
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.
Silky Terriers 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 Silky Terriers?
Kishu Kens are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Silky Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Kishu Kens Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Silky Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Kishu Kens can very well tolerate cold weather.
Silky Terriers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Kishu Ken vs. Silky Terrier
Kishu Kens do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Silky Terriers 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 Silky Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Kishu Kens can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Silky Terriers can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Kishu Ken or the Silky Terrier?
Kishu Kens do not get along well with other dogs.
Silky Terriers do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Kishu Kens good family dogs? What about Silky Terriers?
Kishu Kens are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.
Silky Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Kishu Kens and Silky Terriers?
Kishu Kens get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Silky Terriers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Kishu Ken Easier to Train than the Silky Terrier?
Kishu Kens are very easy to train.
Silky Terriers are very easy to train.
Is the Kishu Ken Better for Apartment Owners than the Silky Terrier?
Kishu Kens adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Silky Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Kishu Ken or the Silky Terrier?
Kishu Kens are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Silky Terriers 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:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Silky Terrier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Silky 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 Silky Terrier:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Kishu Ken and how the Silky Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Kishu Ken and of the Silky Terrier to other breeds:
Kishu Ken Versus Other Dog Breeds
Kishu Ken versus Akbash Kishu Ken versus Bouvier des Flandres Kishu Ken versus Cesky Terrier Kishu Ken versus Patterdale Terrier Kishu Ken versus Irish Terrier Kishu Ken versus Boston Terrier Kishu Ken versus American Water Spaniel Kishu Ken versus Dogo Argentino Kishu Ken versus Boston Terrier Kishu Ken versus Toy Fox Terrier Kishu Ken versus Basenji Kishu Ken versus Spinone Italiano Kishu Ken versus Alaskan Klee Kai Kishu Ken versus Border Collie Kishu Ken versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog Kishu Ken versus Puggle Kishu Ken versus Whippet Kishu Ken versus Boykin Spaniel Kishu Ken versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog Kishu Ken versus Leonberger Kishu Ken versus Shiloh Shepherd Kishu Ken versus Cavachon Kishu Ken versus Catahoula Leopard Dog Kishu Ken versus Silky Terrier Kishu Ken versus Kooikerhondje
Silky Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
Silky Terrier versus Shiba Inu Silky Terrier versus American Staffordshire Terrier Silky Terrier versus Pyredoodle Silky Terrier versus Goldador Silky Terrier versus Maltese Silky Terrier versus Catahoula Bulldog Silky Terrier versus Catahoula Bulldog Silky Terrier versus Japanese Chin Silky Terrier versus Standard Schnauzer Silky Terrier versus Kishu Ken Silky Terrier versus Sloughi Silky Terrier versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog Silky Terrier versus Chorkie Silky Terrier versus Gordon Setter Silky Terrier versus Sealyham Terrier Silky Terrier versus Gordon Setter Silky Terrier versus Black Russian Terrier Silky Terrier versus Black and Tan Coonhound Silky Terrier versus Maltipoo Silky Terrier versus Belgian Malinois Silky Terrier versus Spanish Mastiff Silky Terrier versus German Shepherd Dog Silky Terrier versus Glen of Imaal Terrier Silky Terrier versus Collie Silky Terrier versus American Eskimo Dog
Conclusion: Kishu Ken versus Silky Terrier. 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 Silky Terrier better suits you and your family.