A Detailed Comparison of the Kooikerhondje and the Shiba Inu.

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Kooikerhondje Versus Shiba Inu: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Kooikerhondje and the Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu. 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 Shiba Inu.

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 Shiba Inu.

Kooikerhondje versus Shiba Inu

Kooikerhondje versus Shiba Inu: Overview

A very important difference between the Kooikerhondje and the Shiba Inu is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Kooikerhondje is a medium-sized dog while the Shiba Inu is a small-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 Shiba Inu 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.

Kooikerhondje versus Shiba Inu: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Kooikerhondje to the Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu

Factor Kooikerhondje Shiba Inu
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Easy To Train 1/5 2/5
Life Span 12 to 14 years 12 to 16 years
Height 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder 13 to 17 inches tall at the shoulder
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 2/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 4/5
Weight 20 to 25 pounds 17 to 23 pounds
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 4/5
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 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 5/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 3/5
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 14.0 years
Price Range No Data $1600 – $2500
Average Price No Data $2130
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
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    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 Shiba Inu. 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 Shiba Inu is 82 out of 125.

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

    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 Shiba Inu so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    Kooikerhondje versus Shiba Inu

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Kooikerhondje and the Shiba Inu

    Below is a list of where the Kooikerhondje and the Shiba Inu are most different:

  • Kooikerhondjes do not like to be left alone. However, Shiba Inus can be left alone for some time without problems.
  • Kooikerhondjes do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful. However, Shiba Inus do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.

    • The Similarities Between the Kooikerhondje and the Shiba Inu

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

  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Shiba Inu do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Shiba Inu are not easy to train.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Shiba Inu do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Shiba Inu do not get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Shiba Inu are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Shiba Inu adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Shiba Inu are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Shiba Inu have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Shiba Inu are very playful.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Kooikerhondje versus Shiba Inu

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Kooikerhondje and the Shiba Inu.

    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, Shiba Inus weigh 17 to 23 pounds when fully grown. Shiba Inus are 13 to 17 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Kooikerhondje versus Shiba Inu

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

    The lifespan of Shiba Inus is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Shiba Inus is 14.0 years.

    Shiba Inus live longer than Kooikerhondjes.

    Kooikerhondje versus Shiba Inu
    Kooikerhondje versus Shiba Inu

    Tolerates Being Alone: Kooikerhondje versus Shiba Inu

    Kooikerhondjes do not like to be left alone.

    Shiba Inus can be left alone for some time without problems.

    Do Kooikerhondjes shed more than Shiba Inus?

    Kooikerhondjes shed moderately.

    Shiba Inus shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Kooikerhondje or the Shiba Inu

    Kooikerhondjes do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Shiba Inus do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Kooikerhondje or the Shiba Inu?

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

    Shiba Inus are very easy to groom.

    Does the Kooikerhondje Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Shiba Inu?

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

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

    Do Kooikerhondjes Bark and Howl? What about Shiba Inus?

    Kooikerhondjes bark and howl, but not very much.

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

    Can Kooikerhondjes Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Shiba Inus Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Kooikerhondjes can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Shiba Inus can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Kooikerhondje vs. Shiba Inu

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

    Shiba Inus have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Kooikerhondjes Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Shiba Inus Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Shiba Inus can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Kooikerhondje or the Shiba Inu?

    Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with other dogs.

    Shiba Inus get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Kooikerhondjes good family dogs? What about Shiba Inus?

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

    Shiba Inus are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Kooikerhondjes and Shiba Inus?

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

    Shiba Inus get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Is the Kooikerhondje Easier to Train than the Shiba Inu?

    Kooikerhondjes are not easy to train.

    Shiba Inus are not easy to train.

    Is the Kooikerhondje Better for Apartment Owners than the Shiba Inu?

    Kooikerhondjes adapt very well to apartment living.

    Shiba Inus adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Kooikerhondje or the Shiba Inu?

    Kooikerhondjes are OK for new dog owners.

    Shiba Inus 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 Shiba Inu vs Lakeland Terrier.
  • Lhasapoo (75 percent match with Kooikerhondje). Here is our comparison of the Shiba Inu vs Lhasapoo.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Shiba Inu

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

  • Manchester Terrier (72 percent match with Shiba Inu). Here is our comparison of the Kooikerhondje vs Manchester Terrier.
  • Cardigan Welsh Corgi (74 percent match with Shiba Inu). Here is our comparison of the Kooikerhondje vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Kooikerhondje Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Shiba Inu Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: Kooikerhondje versus Shiba Inu. 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 Shiba Inu better suits you and your family.