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Name	Kai Ken	Kangal Dog	Karst Shepherd
Origins	Japan	Turkey	Slovenia
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Guard Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Tiger Dog Tora Inu	Kangal Shepherd Dog Sivas Kangal Turkish Kangal Kangal Coban Kopegi	Kraski ovcar Karst Sheepdog Istrian Sheepdog Krasevec Krazski Ovcar
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Kai Ken vs Kangal Dog vs Karst Shepherd breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Kai Ken vs Kangal Dog vs Karst Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Kai Ken or Kangal Dog or Karst Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, Kai Ken or Kangal Dog or Karst Shepherd?	Medium	Giant	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Kai Ken or Kangal Dog or Kangal Dog? Kai Ken vs Kangal Dog vs Karst Shepherd weight comparison:	Male: 44-53 pounds (20–24 kg), Female: 35-44 pounds (16-20 kg)	Male: 110-145 pounds (50-66 kg), Female: 90-120 pounds (41-54 kg)	58-88 pounds (26-40 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 48.5 pounds (22 kg), Female: 42 pounds (19 kg)	Male: 127.5 pounds (58 kg), Female: 105 pounds (47.5 kg)	73 pounds (33 kg)
Height Which is taller, Kai Ken or Kangal Dog or Karst Shepherd? Kai Ken vs Kangal Dog vs Karst Shepherd height comparison:	Male: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	Male: 30-32 inches (77-86 cm), Female: 28-30 inches (72-77 cm)	Male: 22-25 inches (57-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (54-60 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 21 inches (53.5 cm), Female: 18.5 inches (47.5 cm)	Male: 31 inches (81.5 cm), Female: 29 inches (74.5 cm)	Male: 23.5 inches (60 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)

Kai Ken vs Kangal Dog vs Karst Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Kai Ken or Kangal Dog or Karst Shepherd? Which is more expensive?	$1400-$1600	$600-$800	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Kai Ken or Kangal Dog or Karst Shepherd?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Kai Ken vs Kangal Dog vs Karst Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Kai Ken vs Kangal Dog vs Karst Shepherd intelligence:	Very smart: Kai Ken is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Kai Ken vs Kangal Dog vs Karst Shepherd trainability comparison.	Kai Ken dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Karst Shepherd dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Kai Ken or Kangal Dog or Karst Shepherd?	Kai Ken dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Karst Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Kai Ken or Kangal Dog or Karst Shepherd? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Kai Ken dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Karst Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Kai Ken vs Kangal Dog vs Karst Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Kai Ken or Kangal Dog or Karst Shepherd? Kai Ken vs Kangal Dog vs Karst Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:	Agile Alert Intelligent Loyal Brave Reserved	Independent Protective Alert Sensitive Selfish Calm Controlled	Independent Courageous Brave
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Kai Ken dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Karst Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Kai Ken vs Kangal Dog vs Karst Shepherd?	High: Kai Ken dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Kangal Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Karst Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Kai Ken vs Kangal Dog vs Karst Shepherd social needs comparison:	Kai Ken dogs are a social breed. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are known to be antisocial. See more.	Karst Shepherd dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Kai Ken is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Karst Shepherd dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Kai Ken dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Karst Shepherd dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Kai Ken vs Kangal Dog vs Karst Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Kai Ken vs Kangal Dog vs Karst Shepherd playfulness comparison:	The Kai Ken is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Kangal Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Karst Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Kai Ken vs Kangal Dog vs Karst Shepherd?	Average to High: The Kai Ken is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Kangal Dog rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Karst Shepherd rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Kai Ken or Kangal Dog or Karst Shepherd?	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Kai Ken indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Kangal Dog breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Karst Shepherd breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Kai Ken vs Kangal Dog vs Karst Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Kai Ken dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Kangal Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Karst Shepherd dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Kai Ken or Kangal Dog or Karst Shepherd?	Kai Ken dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Kangal Dog dogs love being alone, they need their own free time.	Karst Shepherd dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Kai Ken vs Kangal Dog vs Karst Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Kai Ken or Kangal Dog or Karst Shepherd?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Kai Ken bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Kangal Dog bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Karst Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Kai Ken has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Kangal Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Karst Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Kai Ken vs Kangal Dog vs Karst Shepherd mouthiness comparison:	Kai Ken dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Karst Shepherd dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Kai Ken vs Kangal Dog vs Karst Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Kai Ken vs Kangal Dog vs Karst Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Kai Ken vs Kangal Dog vs Karst Shepherd?	Kai Kens are commonly healthy dogs.	The Kangal Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Karst Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Kai Ken vs Kangal Dog vs Karst Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Kai Ken vs Kangal Dog vs Karst Shepherd health problems comparison:	No data available	Fatty Tumors	Hip Dysplasia Elbow Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Kai Ken should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Kangal Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Karst Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Kai Ken vs Kangal Dog vs Karst Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Kai Ken, Kangal Dog and Karst Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-16 years The average lifespan of Kai Ken: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Kangal Dog: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Karst Shepherd: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Kai Ken vs Kangal Dog vs Karst Shepherd?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Kai Ken can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Karst Shepherd can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Kai Ken vs Kangal Dog vs Karst Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Kai Ken or Kangal Dog or Karst Shepherd? Kai Ken vs Kangal Dog vs Karst Shepherd energy level comparison:	Kai Ken dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Kangal Dog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Karst Shepherd dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Kai Ken vs Kangal Dog vs Karst Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Kai Ken or Kangal Dog or Karst Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Kai Ken dogs have an average exercise need.	Kangal Dog dogs have an average exercise need.	Karst Shepherd dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Kai Ken or Kangal Dog or Karst Shepherd?	Kai Ken dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Kangal Dog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Karst Shepherd dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Kai Ken vs Kangal Dog vs Karst Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Kai Ken or Kangal Dog or Karst Shepherd?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Kai Ken vs Kangal Dog vs Karst Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Kai Ken has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Kangal Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Karst Shepherd has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Kai Ken vs Kangal Dog vs Karst Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Kai Ken vs Kangal Dog vs Karst Shepherd coat comparison:	Dense Soft Thick Double	Dense Double	Dense Thick Double
Colors What are the original Kai Ken, Kangal Dog and Karst Shepherd color?	Black Red Brindle Black & Red	Black Gray Cream	Grey
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Kai Ken or Kangal Dog or Karst Shepherd? Kai Ken vs Kangal Dog vs Karst Shepherd grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Kai Ken doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Kangal Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Karst Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Kai Ken or Kangal Dog or Karst Shepherd? Kai Ken or Kangal Dog or {name3 shedding:	Kai Ken dogs shed moderately. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Karst Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Kai Ken or Kangal Dog or Karst Shepherd?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Kai Ken vs Kangal Dog vs Karst Shepherd hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Kai Ken vs Kangal Dog vs Karst Shepherd?	Medium ⏺ The Kai Ken has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Kangal Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Karst Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Kai Ken drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Kangal Dog drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Karst Shepherd drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.

Kai Ken vs Kangal Dog vs Karst Shepherd Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Kai Ken dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Kangal Dog dogs are generally with other pets.	Karst Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Kai Ken or Kangal Dog or Karst Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?	Kai Ken dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Kangal Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Karst Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Kai Ken or Kangal Dog or Karst Shepherd?	Kai Ken dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Kangal Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Karst Shepherd dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Kai Ken or Kangal Dog or Karst Shepherd?	Kai Ken dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Kangal Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Karst Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Kai Ken or Kangal Dog or Karst Shepherd?	Kai Ken dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Kangal Dog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Karst Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Kai Ken vs Kangal Dog vs Karst Shepherd?	Yes Kai Ken dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Kangal Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Karst Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Kai Ken is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Kangal Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Karst Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Kai Kens are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Kangal Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Karst Shepherds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Kai Ken vs Kangal Dog vs Karst Shepherd As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Kai Ken or Kangal Dog or Karst Shepherd? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Kai Ken vs Kangal Dog vs Karst Shepherd?	Not really Kai Ken breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Kangal Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Karst Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Kai Ken vs Kangal Dog vs Karst Shepherd Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Kai Ken and Kangal Dog and Karst Shepherd have?	2-4 puppies	5-10 puppies	3-6 puppies
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Kai Ken vs Kangal Dog vs Karst Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Foundation Stock Service	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Slovenian Kennel Club (SKC)

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