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Name	Shiba Inu	Kishu Ken	Basenji
Origins	Japan	Japan	Democratic Republic of the Congo
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Group	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Japanese Shiba Inu Japanese Small-Size Dog Shiba Shiba Ken Brushwood Dog	Kishu Inu Kishu	African Barkless Dog African Bush Dog Ango Angari Congo Terrier Zande Dog Congo Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Shiba Inu vs Kishu Ken vs Basenji breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Shiba Inu vs Kishu Ken vs Basenji Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Shiba Inu or Kishu Ken or Basenji? Which is the smallest dog, Shiba Inu or Kishu Ken or Basenji?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Shiba Inu or Kishu Ken or Kishu Ken? Shiba Inu vs Kishu Ken vs Basenji weight comparison:	Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg)	30-60 pounds (13-27 kg)	Male: 22-26 pounds (10-12 kg), Female: 20-25 pounds (9-11 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg), Female: 17.5 pounds (6.8.5 kg)	45 pounds (20 kg)	Male: 24 pounds (11 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)
Height Which is taller, Shiba Inu or Kishu Ken or Basenji? Shiba Inu vs Kishu Ken vs Basenji height comparison:	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	17-22 inches (43-56 cm)	Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	19.5 inches (49.5 cm)	Male: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)

Shiba Inu vs Kishu Ken vs Basenji Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Shiba Inu or Kishu Ken or Basenji? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$300-$500	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Shiba Inu or Kishu Ken or Basenji?	Very frequent: The Shiba Inu is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Basenji is quite easy to get.

Shiba Inu vs Kishu Ken vs Basenji Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Shiba Inu vs Kishu Ken vs Basenji 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.	Low: The Basenji is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Shiba Inu vs Kishu Ken vs Basenji trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Kishu Ken dogs are hard to train. See more.	Basenji dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Shiba Inu or Kishu Ken or Basenji?	Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Kishu Ken dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Basenji dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Shiba Inu or Kishu Ken or Basenji? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Shiba Inu dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Kishu Ken dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Basenji dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Shiba Inu vs Kishu Ken vs Basenji Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Shiba Inu or Kishu Ken or Basenji? Shiba Inu vs Kishu Ken vs Basenji behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Confident Going Fearless Keen Faithful Charming	Dignified Alert Docile Faithful Noble	Curious Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Shiba Inu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Kishu Ken dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Basenji dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Shiba Inu vs Kishu Ken vs Basenji?	Average to High: Shiba Inu dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Kishu Ken dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Basenji dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.
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Social Needs Shiba Inu vs Kishu Ken vs Basenji social needs comparison:	Shiba Inu dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Kishu Ken dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Basenji dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Shiba Inu is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Kishu Ken dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Basenji dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Shiba Inu 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.	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.	Basenji dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Shiba Inu vs Kishu Ken vs Basenji Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Shiba Inu vs Kishu Ken vs Basenji playfulness comparison:	Average: Shiba Inus, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Kishu Kens, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Basenjis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Shiba Inu vs Kishu Ken vs Basenji?	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Kishu Ken barks none to minimal. See more.	Low: The Basenji barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Shiba Inu or Kishu Ken or Basenji?	Very house-friendly dog the Shiba Inu breed.	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.	It is not recommended to keep the Basenji breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Shiba Inu vs Kishu Ken vs Basenji Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Shiba Inu vs Kishu Ken vs Basenji Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Shiba Inu or Kishu Ken or Basenji?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shiba Inu bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Kishu Ken bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Basenji 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 Shiba Inu has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Kishu Ken has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Shiba Inu vs Kishu Ken vs Basenji mouthiness comparison:	Shiba Inu dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Kishu Ken dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Basenji dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Shiba Inu vs Kishu Ken vs Basenji Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Shiba Inu vs Kishu Ken vs Basenji health comparison. Which is the healthier: Shiba Inu vs Kishu Ken vs Basenji?	The Shiba Inu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Kishu Kens tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	The Basenji 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: Shiba Inu vs Kishu Ken vs Basenji? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Shiba Inu vs Kishu Ken vs Basenji health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Glaucoma Spinning Chylothorax	No data available	Eye Problems Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Kidney Issues
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Shiba Inu should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Kishu Ken should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Basenji should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Shiba Inu vs Kishu Ken vs Basenji lifespan comparison. How long do Shiba Inu, Kishu Ken and Basenji breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Shiba Inu: 13 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Kishu Ken: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Basenji: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Shiba Inu vs Kishu Ken vs Basenji?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Shiba Inu 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 warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Shiba Inu vs Kishu Ken vs Basenji Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Shiba Inu vs Kishu Ken vs Basenji Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Shiba Inu or Kishu Ken or Basenji?	Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3/4 to 1 cup 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? Shiba Inu vs Kishu Ken vs Basenji weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Kishu Ken's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Basenji has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Shiba Inu vs Kishu Ken vs Basenji Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Shiba Inu vs Kishu Ken vs Basenji coat comparison:	Dense	Dense Soft Thick Straight	Fine
Colors What are the original Shiba Inu, Kishu Ken and Basenji color?	Black Tan Red Cream Sesame	Black Tan Red White Brindle	Black Tan Red White Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Shiba Inu or Kishu Ken or Basenji? Shiba Inu vs Kishu Ken vs Basenji grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Shiba Inu doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Kishu Ken requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Basenji requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Shiba Inu or Kishu Ken or Basenji? Shiba Inu or Kishu Ken or {name3 shedding:	Shiba Inu dogs shed above average. See more.	Kishu Ken dogs shed moderately. See more.	Basenji dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Shiba Inu or Kishu Ken or Basenji?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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 Shiba Inu vs Kishu Ken vs Basenji hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Shiba Inu vs Kishu Ken vs Basenji?	Medium ⏺ The Shiba Inu has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Kishu Ken has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Shiba Inu is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Kishu Ken is an average drooler. See more.	The Basenji is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Shiba Inu vs Kishu Ken vs Basenji Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Shiba Inu dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Kishu Ken dogs are generally with other pets.	Basenji dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Shiba Inu or Kishu Ken or Basenji? Which dog is more friendly?	Shiba Inu dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Kishu Ken dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Basenji 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 Shiba Inu or Kishu Ken or Basenji?	Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Kishu Ken dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Shiba Inu or Kishu Ken or Basenji?	Shiba Inu dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Kishu Ken dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Basenji dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Shiba Inu or Kishu Ken or Basenji?	Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Kishu Ken dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Shiba Inu vs Kishu Ken vs Basenji?	No Shiba Inu dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No Kishu Ken dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Basenji dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Shiba Inu is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Kishu Ken is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Basenji is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Shiba Inus are commonly okay with elderly people.	Kishu Kens are usually recommended for elderly people.	Basenjis are usually recommended for elderly people.

Shiba Inu vs Kishu Ken vs Basenji 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: Shiba Inu or Kishu Ken or Basenji? 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: Shiba Inu vs Kishu Ken vs Basenji?	Not really Shiba Inu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Kishu Ken breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Basenji 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.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Shiba Inu vs Kishu Ken vs Basenji 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 Shiba Inu and Kishu Ken and Basenji have?	2-4 puppies	2-5 puppies, average 3	4-5 puppies
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Shiba Inu vs Kishu Ken vs Basenji Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1944 as a Hound 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 Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club	Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. American Rare Breed Association Foundation Stock Service	Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry American Pet Registry, Inc.

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