Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz Comparison – Which dog is better Kishu Inu or Hungarian Kuvasz?

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Name	Kishu Ken	Kuvasz
Origins	Japan	Hungary
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Kishu Inu Kishu	Hungarian Kuvasz
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Kishu Ken or Kuvasz? Is the Kishu Ken bigger than the Kuvasz breed? Is a Kishu Ken smaller than a Kuvasz?	Medium	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Kishu Ken or Kuvasz? Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz weight comparison:	30-60 pounds (13-27 kg)	Male: 106-137 pounds (48-62 kg), Female: 82-110 pounds (37-50 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	45 pounds (20 kg)	Male: 121 pounds (40 kg), Female: 96 pounds (48,5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Kishu Ken or Kuvasz? Is a Kishu Ken taller than a Kuvasz?	17-22 inches (43-56 cm)	Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	19.5 inches (49.5 cm)	Male: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm)

Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Kishu Ken or Kuvasz? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Kishu Ken and Kuvasz?	$300-$500	$500-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Kishu Ken or Kuvasz?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Frequent: The Kuvasz is easier than average to get.

Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Kishu Ken or Kuvasz smarter? Which is best? Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz trainability comparison. What's the difference between Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz?	Kishu Ken dogs are hard to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Kishu Ken or Kuvasz?	Kishu Ken dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Kuvasz dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Kishu Ken or Kuvasz? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Kishu Ken dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Kuvasz dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Kishu Ken or Kuvasz? Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz behavior/temperament comparison:	Dignified Alert Docile Faithful Noble	Independent Clownish Protective Intelligent Patient Loyal Fearless Faithful Brave Dependable Self-Confident
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz?	Kishu Ken dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Kuvasz 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: Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz?	High: Kishu Ken dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Kuvasz dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz social needs comparison:	Kishu Ken dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Kuvasz dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz?	Kishu Ken dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Kuvasz dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz? Which can be better for hunting?	Kishu Ken 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.	Their prey drive is low. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz playfulness comparison:	Average: Kishu Kens, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Kuvaszs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz?	Low: The Kishu Ken barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The Kuvasz barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Kishu Ken or Kuvasz?	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 Kishu Ken indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Kuvasz breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Kishu Ken dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Kuvasz dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Kishu Ken or Kuvasz?	Kishu Ken dogs handle alone time quite well.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz health comparison. Which is the healthier: Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz?	Kishu Kens tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	Kuvaszs are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Eye Diseases Thyroid Disorder Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Osteochondrosis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz?	Frequent The Kishu Ken should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Kuvasz should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz lifespan comparison. How long do Kishu Ken and Kuvasz breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Kishu Ken and Kuvasz?	11-13 years The average lifespan of Kishu Ken: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Kuvasz: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. 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.

Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Kishu Ken or Kuvasz? Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz energy level comparison:	Kishu Ken dogs are high-energy dogs.	Kuvasz dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Kishu Ken or Kuvasz? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Kishu Ken dogs need a lot of exercises.	Kuvasz dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Kishu Ken or Kuvasz?	Kishu Ken dogs don't need too much sleep.	Kuvasz dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Kishu Ken or Kuvasz? Does the Kishu Ken breed eat more than the Kuvasz breed?	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
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Kishu Ken's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Kuvasz's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz coat comparison:	Dense Soft Thick Straight	Dense Wavy Double Coarser Topcoat Moderately Harsh Slightly Stiff Finer Downy Undercoat
Colors What are the original Kishu Ken and Kuvasz color? Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz color comparison:	Black Tan Red White Brindle	White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Kishu Ken or Kuvasz? Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Kishu Ken requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Kuvasz requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Kishu Ken or Kuvasz? Do Kishu Ken dogs shed more than Kuvasz dogs?	Kishu Ken dogs shed moderately. See more.	Kuvasz dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Kishu Ken or Kuvasz?	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 Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Kishu Ken or Kuvasz?	Medium ⏺ The Kishu Ken has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Kuvasz has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz?	The Kishu Ken is an average drooler. See more.	The Kuvasz is an average drooler. See more.

Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz Good With Comparison

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

Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz 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.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Kishu Ken or Kuvasz? 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.
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.
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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz?	Not really Kishu Ken breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Kuvasz 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.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Kishu Ken and Kuvasz have? Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz litter size comparison:	2-5 puppies, average 3	8-12 puppies
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Kishu Ken vs Kuvasz Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working breed.
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.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. American Rare Breed Association Foundation Stock Service	No data available

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