Breed Comparison: Kooikerhondje Versus Whippet

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Kooikerhondje Versus Whippet: Introduction

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

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

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 Whippet.

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Kooikerhondje versus Whippet: Overview

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

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 Whippet belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.

Kooikerhondje versus Whippet: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Kooikerhondje to the Whippet 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 Whippet

Factor Kooikerhondje Whippet
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Easy To Train 1/5 4/5
Life Span 12 to 14 years 12 to 15 years
Height 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder 18 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Kid-Friendly 2/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 5/5
Weight 20 to 25 pounds 18 to 48 pounds
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 3/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 1/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 5/5
Easygoing 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 1/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
General Health 5/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 1/5 4/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Average Lifespan 13.0 years 13.5 years
Price Range No Data $1600 – $2600
Average Price No Data $2120
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
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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 Whippet. 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 Whippet is 86 out of 125.

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

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

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    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Kooikerhondje and the Whippet

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

  • Kooikerhondjes are not easy to train. However, Whippets are very easy to train.
  • Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly. However, Whippets get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Kooikerhondjes require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom. However, Whippets are very easy to groom.
  • Kooikerhondjes can tolerate cold weather. However, Whippets cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Kooikerhondjes do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful. However, Whippets do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.

    • The Similarities Between the Kooikerhondje and the Whippet

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

  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Whippet do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Whippet do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Whippet adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Whippet 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 Whippet are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Whippet have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Whippet are very playful.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Whippet are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Whippet require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Kooikerhondje versus Whippet

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

    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, Whippets weigh 18 to 48 pounds when fully grown. Whippets are 18 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Kooikerhondje versus Whippet

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

    The lifespan of Whippets is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Whippets is 13.5 years.

    Whippets live longer than Kooikerhondjes.

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    Kooikerhondje versus Whippet

    Tolerates Being Alone: Kooikerhondje versus Whippet

    Kooikerhondjes do not like to be left alone.

    Whippets do not like to be left alone.

    Do Kooikerhondjes shed more than Whippets?

    Kooikerhondjes shed moderately.

    Whippets do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Kooikerhondje or the Whippet

    Kooikerhondjes do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Whippets do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Kooikerhondje or the Whippet?

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

    Whippets are very easy to groom.

    Does the Kooikerhondje Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Whippet?

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

    Whippets 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 Kooikerhondjes Bark and Howl? What about Whippets?

    Kooikerhondjes bark and howl, but not very much.

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

    Can Kooikerhondjes Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Whippets Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Kooikerhondjes can very well tolerate cold weather.

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

    Wanderlust Potential: Kooikerhondje vs. Whippet

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

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

    Can Kooikerhondjes Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Whippets Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Whippets can tolerate hot weather.

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

    Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with other dogs.

    Whippets get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Kooikerhondjes good family dogs? What about Whippets?

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

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

    How Kid-friendly are Kooikerhondjes and Whippets?

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

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

    Is the Kooikerhondje Easier to Train than the Whippet?

    Kooikerhondjes are not easy to train.

    Whippets are very easy to train.

    Is the Kooikerhondje Better for Apartment Owners than the Whippet?

    Kooikerhondjes adapt very well to apartment living.

    Whippets adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Kooikerhondjes are OK for new dog owners.

    Whippets are OK 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 Whippet vs Lakeland Terrier.
  • Lhasapoo (75 percent match with Kooikerhondje). Here is our comparison of the Whippet vs Lhasapoo.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Whippet

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

  • Ibizan Hound (86 percent match with Whippet). Here is our comparison of the Kooikerhondje vs Ibizan Hound.
  • Italian Greyhound (78 percent match with Whippet). Here is our comparison of the Kooikerhondje vs Italian Greyhound.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Kooikerhondje Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Whippet Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: Kooikerhondje versus Whippet. 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 Whippet better suits you and your family.