Last Updated: Apr 09, 2022
Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Yorkshire Terrier Versus Kai Ken: Introduction
- Yorkshire Terrier versus Kai Ken: Overview
- Yorkshire Terrier versus Kai Ken: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Kai Ken
- The Similarities Between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Kai Ken
- Size Comparison of the Yorkshire Terrier versus Kai Ken
- Lifespan of Yorkshire Terrier versus Kai Ken
- Temperament of the Kai Ken Versus the Yorkshire Terrier
- Health Problems of Yorkshire Terrier versus Health Problems of Kai Ken
- Tolerates Being Alone: Yorkshire Terrier versus Kai Ken
- Do Yorkshire Terriers shed more than Kai Kens?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Kai Ken?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Kai Ken?
- Are Yorkshire Terriers good family dogs? What about Kai Kens?
- Is the Yorkshire Terrier Easier to Train than the Kai Ken?
- Which one drools more, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Kai Ken
- How Kid-friendly are Yorkshire Terriers and Kai Kens?
- Does the Yorkshire Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Kai Ken?
- Do Yorkshire Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Kai Kens?
- Can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Kai Kens Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Yorkshire Terrier vs. Kai Ken
- Can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Kai Kens Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Yorkshire Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Yorkshire Terrier versus Kai Ken. Which One is a Better Pet?
Yorkshire Terrier Versus Kai Ken: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Yorkshire Terrier and the Kai Ken? 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 Yorkshire Terrier and the Kai Ken 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 Yorkshire Terrier and the Kai Ken.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Yorkshire Terrier and the Kai Ken 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 Yorkshire Terrier and for the Kai Ken. 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 Yorkshire Terrier and the Kai Ken.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Yorkshire Terrier or the Kai Ken.
Yorkshire Terrier versus Kai Ken: Overview
A very important difference between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Kai Ken is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Yorkshire Terrier is a tiny-sized dog while the Kai Ken is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, both the Yorkshire Terrier and the Kai Ken are Companion Dogs. This means both the Yorkshire Terrier and the Kai Ken 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.
Yorkshire Terrier versus Kai Ken: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Yorkshire Terrier to the Kai Ken 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 Yorkshire Terrier and the Kai Ken
| Factor | Yorkshire Terrier | Kai Ken |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 12 to 16 years |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Weight | 4 to 6 pounds | 25 to 45 pounds |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Height | 8 to 9 inches tall at the shoulder | 17 to 22 inches |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 14.0 years |
| Average Price | $2420 | No Data |
| Price Range | $1600 – $2950 | No Data |
| Temperament Score | 83.7 percent | 100.0 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Yorkshire Terrier 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 Kai Ken. 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 Yorkshire Terrier is 76 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Kai Ken is 73 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Yorkshire Terrier is a better pet than the Kai Ken. So, you should get a Yorkshire Terrier!
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Kai Ken
Below is a list of where the Yorkshire Terrier and the Kai Ken are most different:
The Similarities Between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Kai Ken
The Yorkshire Terrier and the Kai Ken are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Yorkshire Terrier and the Kai Ken are most similar:
Size Comparison of the Yorkshire Terrier versus Kai Ken
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Kai Ken.
The Yorkshire Terrier weighs 4 to 6 pounds when fully grown. The Yorkshire Terrier is 8 to 9 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, the Kai Ken weighs 25 to 45 pounds when fully grown. The Kai Ken is 17 to 22 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Yorkshire Terrier versus Kai Ken
The lifespan of the Yorkshire Terrier is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of the Yorkshire Terrier is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of the Kai Ken is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of the Kai Ken is 14.0 years.
The Kai Ken live longer than the Yorkshire Terrier.
Temperament of the Kai Ken Versus the Yorkshire Terrier
The Kai Ken has a better temperament than the Yorkshire Terrier.
This is because the temperament score for the Kai Ken is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Yorkshire Terrier is 83.7 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 83.7 percent, the Yorkshire Terrier has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 100.0 percent, the Kai Ken has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Yorkshire Terrier and the Kai Ken by measuring the temperaments of 43 Yorkshire Terriers and 1 Kai Kens.
Health Problems of Yorkshire Terrier versus Health Problems of Kai Ken
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.
Both the Yorkshire Terrier and the Kai Ken are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.
The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.
Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Yorkshire Terrier is prone to more genetic health problems than the Kai Ken.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Yorkshire Terrier than for the Kai Ken.
7 health tests are recommended for Yorkshire Terrier while 2 tests are recommended for the Kai Ken.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Yorkshire Terriers and in Kai Kens.
Yorkshire Terrier Health Problems
Yorkshire Terriers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Yorkshire Terrier puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Yorkshire Terrier puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Yorkshire Terrier breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Yorkshire Terriers for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Yorkshire Terriers here.
Kai Ken Health Problems
Kai Kens are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Kai Ken puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Kai Ken puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Kai Ken breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Kai Kens for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Kai Kens here.
Tolerates Being Alone: Yorkshire Terrier versus Kai Ken
Yorkshire Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Kai Kens can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Yorkshire Terriers shed more than Kai Kens?
Yorkshire Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Kai Kens shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Kai Ken?
Yorkshire Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Kai Kens require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Kai Ken?
Yorkshire Terriers get along fairly well with other dogs.
Kai Kens get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Yorkshire Terriers good family dogs? What about Kai Kens?
Yorkshire Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Kai Kens are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Yorkshire Terrier Easier to Train than the Kai Ken?
Yorkshire Terriers are fairly easy to train.
Kai Kens are fairly easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Kai Ken
Yorkshire Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Kai Kens do have a very low tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Yorkshire Terriers and Kai Kens?
Yorkshire Terriers do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Kai Kens get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Yorkshire Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Kai Ken?
Yorkshire Terriers have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Kai 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.
Do Yorkshire Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Kai Kens?
Yorkshire Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.
Kai Kens are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Kai Kens Tolerate Cold Weather?
Yorkshire Terriers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Kai Kens can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Yorkshire Terrier vs. Kai Ken
Yorkshire Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Kai Kens have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Kai Kens Tolerate Hot Weather?
Yorkshire Terriers cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Kai Kens can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Is the Yorkshire Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Kai Ken?
Yorkshire Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
Kai Kens do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Kai Ken?
Yorkshire Terriers are very good for new dog owners.
Kai Kens are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Yorkshire Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
You may also be interested in how the Yorkshire Terrier compares to other breeds aside from the Kai Ken. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Yorkshire Terrier to other breeds:
Yorkshire Terrier versus Estrela Mountain Dog Yorkshire Terrier versus Bearded Collie Yorkshire Terrier versus Puggle Yorkshire Terrier versus Dachshund Yorkshire Terrier versus Bolognese Yorkshire Terrier versus Papillon Yorkshire Terrier versus Border Terrier Yorkshire Terrier versus Pyrenean Mastiff Yorkshire Terrier versus American Hairless Terrier Yorkshire Terrier versus Bergamasco Sheepdog Yorkshire Terrier versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog Yorkshire Terrier versus Irish Wolfhound Yorkshire Terrier versus Mal Shi Yorkshire Terrier versus Miniature Schnauzer Yorkshire Terrier versus French Bulldog
Conclusion: Yorkshire Terrier versus Kai Ken. 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 Yorkshire Terrier and the Kai Ken better suits you and your family.