Last Updated: Apr 09, 2022
Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Yorkshire Terrier Versus Kishu Ken: Introduction
- Yorkshire Terrier versus Kishu Ken: Overview
- Yorkshire Terrier versus Kishu Ken: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Kishu Ken
- The Similarities Between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Kishu Ken
- Size Comparison of the Yorkshire Terrier versus Kishu Ken
- Lifespan of Yorkshire Terrier versus Kishu Ken
- Tolerates Being Alone: Yorkshire Terrier versus Kishu Ken
- Do Yorkshire Terriers shed more than Kishu Kens?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Kishu Ken?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Kishu Ken?
- Are Yorkshire Terriers good family dogs? What about Kishu Kens?
- Is the Yorkshire Terrier Easier to Train than the Kishu Ken?
- Which one drools more, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Kishu Ken
- How Kid-friendly are Yorkshire Terriers and Kishu Kens?
- Does the Yorkshire Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Kishu Ken?
- Do Yorkshire Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Kishu Kens?
- Can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Kishu Kens Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Yorkshire Terrier vs. Kishu Ken
- Can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Kishu Kens Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Yorkshire Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Yorkshire Terrier versus Kishu Ken. Which One is a Better Pet?
Yorkshire Terrier Versus Kishu Ken: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Yorkshire Terrier and the Kishu 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 Kishu 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 Kishu Ken.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Yorkshire Terrier and the Kishu 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 Kishu 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 Kishu 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 Kishu Ken.
Yorkshire Terrier versus Kishu Ken: Overview
A very important difference between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Kishu Ken is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Yorkshire Terrier is a tiny-sized dog while the Kishu Ken is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Yorkshire 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.
On the other hand, 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.
Yorkshire Terrier versus Kishu Ken: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Yorkshire Terrier to the Kishu 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 Kishu Ken
| Factor | Yorkshire Terrier | Kishu Ken |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 9 to 13 years |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Weight | 4 to 6 pounds | 30 to 60 pounds |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Height | 8 to 9 inches tall at the shoulder | 17 to 22 inches |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 11.0 years |
| Average Price | $2420 | No Data |
| Price Range | $1600 – $2950 | No Data |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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No Data |
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 Kishu 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 Kishu Ken is 79 out of 125.
Despite the higher Better-Pet score of the Kishu Ken, we still believe that the Yorkshire Terrier is a better pet than the Kishu Ken.
This is because Yorkshire Terriers are much cuter but you cannot put a score on cuteness. If you could put a score on cuteness, then the Yorkshire Terrier will come out on top.
Also, we are biased in favor of the Yorkshire Terrier :-). We are for the Yorkshire Terrier. So get a Yorkshire Terrier!
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Kishu Ken
Below is a list of where the Yorkshire Terrier and the Kishu Ken are most different:
The Similarities Between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Kishu Ken
The Yorkshire Terrier and the Kishu Ken are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Yorkshire Terrier and the Kishu Ken are most similar:
Size Comparison of the Yorkshire Terrier versus Kishu Ken
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Kishu 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 Kishu Ken weighs 30 to 60 pounds when fully grown. The Kishu Ken is 17 to 22 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Yorkshire Terrier versus Kishu 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 Kishu Ken is between 9 to 13 years. The average lifespan of the Kishu Ken is 11.0 years.
The Yorkshire Terrier live longer than the Kishu Ken.
Tolerates Being Alone: Yorkshire Terrier versus Kishu Ken
Yorkshire Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Kishu Kens can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Yorkshire Terriers shed more than Kishu Kens?
Yorkshire Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Kishu Kens shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Kishu Ken?
Yorkshire Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Kishu Kens are moderately easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Kishu Ken?
Yorkshire Terriers get along fairly well with other dogs.
Kishu Kens do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Yorkshire Terriers good family dogs? What about Kishu Kens?
Yorkshire Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Kishu Kens are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.
Is the Yorkshire Terrier Easier to Train than the Kishu Ken?
Yorkshire Terriers are fairly easy to train.
Kishu Kens are very easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Kishu Ken
Yorkshire Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Kishu Kens do have a very low tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Yorkshire Terriers and Kishu Kens?
Yorkshire Terriers do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Kishu Kens get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Does the Yorkshire Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Kishu 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.
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.
Do Yorkshire Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Kishu Kens?
Yorkshire Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.
Kishu Kens are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Kishu Kens Tolerate Cold Weather?
Yorkshire Terriers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Kishu Kens can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Yorkshire Terrier vs. Kishu Ken
Yorkshire Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Kishu Kens do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Kishu Kens Tolerate Hot Weather?
Yorkshire Terriers cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Kishu Kens can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Is the Yorkshire Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Kishu Ken?
Yorkshire Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
Kishu Kens adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Kishu Ken?
Yorkshire Terriers are very good for new dog owners.
Kishu 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 Kishu Ken. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Yorkshire Terrier to other breeds:
Yorkshire Terrier versus Valley Bulldog Yorkshire Terrier versus Italian Greyhound Yorkshire Terrier versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Yorkshire Terrier versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Yorkshire Terrier versus Pharaoh Hound Yorkshire Terrier versus Maremma Sheepdog Yorkshire Terrier versus American Staffordshire Terrier Yorkshire Terrier versus Samoyed Yorkshire Terrier versus Basset Hound Yorkshire Terrier versus Flat-Coated Retriever Yorkshire Terrier versus Spinone Italiano Yorkshire Terrier versus Saluki Yorkshire Terrier versus Saint Bernard Yorkshire Terrier versus Bordoodle Yorkshire Terrier versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle Yorkshire Terrier versus Bloodhound Yorkshire Terrier versus Australian Cattle Dog
Conclusion: Yorkshire Terrier versus Kishu 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 Kishu Ken better suits you and your family.