Which is Better between the Kooikerhondje and the Peek A Poo? A Very Detailed Review.

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Kooikerhondje Versus Peek A Poo: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Kooikerhondje and the Peek A Poo? 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 Kooikerhondje and the Peek A Poo 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 Kooikerhondje and the Peek A Poo.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Kooikerhondje and the Peek A Poo 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 Kooikerhondje and for the Peek A Poo. 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 Kooikerhondje and the Peek A Poo.

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

Kooikerhondje versus Peek A Poo: Overview

A very important difference between the Kooikerhondje and the Peek A Poo is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Kooikerhondje is a medium-sized dog while the Peek A Poo is a tiny-sized dog.

Furthermore, 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.

On the other hand, the Peek A Poo belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.

Kooikerhondje versus Peek A Poo: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Kooikerhondje to the Peek A Poo 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 Kooikerhondje and the Peek A Poo

Factor Kooikerhondje Peek A Poo
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Easy To Train 1/5 3/5
Life Span 12 to 14 years 10 to 15 years
Height 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder Up to 11 inches tall at the shoulder
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Kid-Friendly 2/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 2/5
Weight 20 to 25 pounds 4 to 20 pounds
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 5/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 3/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 5/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 5/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
General Health 5/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 1/5 4/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 3/5
Average Lifespan 13.0 years 12.5 years
Price Range No Data $1000 – $1800
Average Price No Data $1430
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 Kooikerhondje 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 Peek A Poo. 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 Kooikerhondje is 70 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Peek A Poo is 84 out of 125.

Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Peek A Poo is a better pet than the Kooikerhondje. So, you should get the Peek A Poo!

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 Kooikerhondje and the Peek A Poo so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Kooikerhondje and the Peek A Poo

Below is a list of where the Kooikerhondje and the Peek A Poo are most different:

  • Kooikerhondjes do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful. However, Peek A Poos do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.

    • The Similarities Between the Kooikerhondje and the Peek A Poo

    The Kooikerhondje and the Peek A Poo are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Kooikerhondje and the Peek A Poo are most similar:

  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Peek A Poo do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Peek A Poo do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Peek A Poo are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Peek A Poo require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Peek A Poo adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Peek A Poo are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Peek A Poo can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Peek A Poo are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Peek A Poo have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Peek A Poo are very playful.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Kooikerhondje versus Peek A Poo

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Kooikerhondje and the Peek A Poo.

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

    On the other hand, Peek A Poos weigh 4 to 20 pounds when fully grown. Peek A Poos are Up to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Kooikerhondje versus Peek A Poo

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

    The lifespan of Peek A Poos is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Peek A Poos is 12.5 years.

    Kooikerhondjes live longer than Peek A Poos.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Kooikerhondje versus Peek A Poo

    Kooikerhondjes do not like to be left alone.

    Peek A Poos do not like to be left alone.

    Do Kooikerhondjes shed more than Peek A Poos?

    Kooikerhondjes shed moderately.

    Peek A Poos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Kooikerhondje or the Peek A Poo

    Kooikerhondjes do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Peek A Poos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Kooikerhondje or the Peek A Poo?

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

    Peek A Poos require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the Kooikerhondje Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Peek A Poo?

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

    Peek A Poos have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do Kooikerhondjes Bark and Howl? What about Peek A Poos?

    Kooikerhondjes bark and howl, but not very much.

    Peek A Poos are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Kooikerhondjes Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Peek A Poos Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Kooikerhondjes can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Peek A Poos can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Kooikerhondje vs. Peek A Poo

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

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

    Can Kooikerhondjes Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Peek A Poos Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Peek A Poos cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Kooikerhondje or the Peek A Poo?

    Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with other dogs.

    Peek A Poos get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Kooikerhondjes good family dogs? What about Peek A Poos?

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

    Peek A Poos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Kooikerhondjes and Peek A Poos?

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

    Peek A Poos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Kooikerhondje Easier to Train than the Peek A Poo?

    Kooikerhondjes are not easy to train.

    Peek A Poos are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Kooikerhondje Better for Apartment Owners than the Peek A Poo?

    Kooikerhondjes adapt very well to apartment living.

    Peek A Poos adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Kooikerhondje or the Peek A Poo?

    Kooikerhondjes are OK for new dog owners.

    Peek A Poos are very good for new dog owners.

    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 Peek A Poo vs Lakeland Terrier.
  • Lhasapoo (75 percent match with Kooikerhondje). Here is our comparison of the Peek A Poo vs Lhasapoo.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Peek A Poo

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Peek A Poo 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 Peek A Poo:

  • Maltese (81 percent match with Peek A Poo). Here is our comparison of the Kooikerhondje vs Maltese.
  • Pomapoo (84 percent match with Peek A Poo). Here is our comparison of the Kooikerhondje vs Pomapoo.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Kooikerhondje Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Kooikerhondje versus Akbash     Kooikerhondje versus Chorkie     Kooikerhondje versus Clumber Spaniel     Kooikerhondje versus Puli     Kooikerhondje versus Chow Chow     Kooikerhondje versus Affenhuahua     Kooikerhondje versus German Wirehaired Pointer     Kooikerhondje versus English Toy Spaniel     Kooikerhondje versus Maltipoo     Kooikerhondje versus Mudi     Kooikerhondje versus King Shepherd     Kooikerhondje versus Portuguese Pointer     Kooikerhondje versus Papillon     Kooikerhondje versus Biewer Terrier     Kooikerhondje versus Saluki     Kooikerhondje versus Dogo Argentino     Kooikerhondje versus Bulldog     Kooikerhondje versus Field Spaniel     Kooikerhondje versus Beagle     Kooikerhondje versus Swedish Vallhund     Kooikerhondje versus Bulldog     Kooikerhondje versus Welsh Terrier     Kooikerhondje versus American Staffordshire Terrier     Kooikerhondje versus Great Pyrenees     Kooikerhondje versus Shiranian     

    Peek A Poo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Peek A Poo versus Airedale Terrier     Peek A Poo versus Saint Bernard     Peek A Poo versus Cockalier     Peek A Poo versus Ibizan Hound     Peek A Poo versus Pekingese     Peek A Poo versus Japanese Spitz     Peek A Poo versus Golden Retriever     Peek A Poo versus Tibetan Mastiff     Peek A Poo versus Japanese Chin     Peek A Poo versus Stabyhoun     Peek A Poo versus American Foxhound     Peek A Poo versus Dutch Shepherd     Peek A Poo versus Westiepoo     Peek A Poo versus Australian Kelpie     Peek A Poo versus Doberman Pinscher     Peek A Poo versus Norwich Terrier     Peek A Poo versus Affenhuahua     Peek A Poo versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     Peek A Poo versus Cane Corso     Peek A Poo versus Tibetan Mastiff     Peek A Poo versus Toy Fox Terrier     Peek A Poo versus Shichon     Peek A Poo versus Shiba Inu     Peek A Poo versus Chinook     Peek A Poo versus Dogo Argentino     

    Conclusion: Kooikerhondje versus Peek A Poo. 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 Kooikerhondje and the Peek A Poo better suits you and your family.