Last Updated: Mar 09, 2022
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- Border Collie Versus Kishu Ken: Introduction
- Border Collie versus Kishu Ken: Overview
- Border Collie versus Kishu Ken: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Border Collie and the Kishu Ken
- The Similarities Between the Border Collie and the Kishu Ken
- Size (Weight and Height) of Border Collie versus Kishu Ken
- Lifespan of Border Collie versus Kishu Ken
- Tolerates Being Alone: Border Collie versus Kishu Ken
- Do Border Collies shed more than Kishu Kens?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Border Collie or the Kishu Ken?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Border Collie or the Kishu Ken?
- Are Border Collies good family dogs? What about Kishu Kens?
- Is the Border Collie Easier to Train than the Kishu Ken?
- Which one drools more, the Border Collie or the Kishu Ken
- How Kid-friendly are Border Collies and Kishu Kens?
- Does the Border Collie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Kishu Ken?
- Do Border Collies Bark and Howl? What about Kishu Kens?
- Can Border Collies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Kishu Kens Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Border Collie vs. Kishu Ken
- Can Border Collies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Kishu Kens Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Border Collie Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Border Collie versus Kishu Ken. Which One is a Better Pet?
Border Collie Versus Kishu Ken: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Border Collie 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 Border Collie 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 Border Collie and the Kishu Ken.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Border Collie 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 Border Collie 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 Border Collie 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 Border Collie or the Kishu Ken.
Note that the border collie breed comes in two varieties based on coat texture. There is the smooth-coat border collie and the rough-coat border collie. Read our article on rough-coat border collie versus smooth-coat border collie.
Furthermore, the border collie dog breed is very different from the collie dog breed. Learn about the differences between these two dog breeds in our border collie versus collie article.
Finally, just like the border collie, the collie also comes in two varieties. There is the rough collie and the smooth collie. To learn about the differences and similarities between them, check out our article on rough collie versus smooth collie.
Border Collie versus Kishu Ken: Overview
Both the Border Collie and the Kishu Ken are similar in size. The Border Collie and the Kishu Ken are both medium-sized dogs.
Furthermore, the Border Collie belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.
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.
Border Collie versus Kishu Ken: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Border Collie 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 Border Collie and the Kishu Ken
| Factor | Border Collie | Kishu Ken |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 9 to 13 years |
| Height | 18 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder | 17 to 22 inches |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| General Health | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 30 to 45 pounds | 30 to 60 pounds |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 11.0 years |
| Average Price | $1000 | No Data |
| Price Range | $600 – $1250 | 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 Border Collie 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 Border Collie is 80 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Kishu Ken is 79 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Border Collie is a better pet than the Kishu Ken. So, you should get a Border Collie!
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Border Collie and the Kishu Ken
Below is a list of where the Border Collie and the Kishu Ken are most different:
The Similarities Between the Border Collie and the Kishu Ken
The Border Collie and the Kishu Ken are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Border Collie and the Kishu Ken are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Border Collie versus Kishu Ken
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Border Collie and the Kishu Ken.
Border Collies weigh 30 to 45 pounds when fully grown. Border Collies are 18 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Kishu Kens weigh 30 to 60 pounds when fully grown. Kishu Kens are 17 to 22 inches when fully grown.
Here is our article on Border Collie size, Border Collie growth, and Border Collie weight.
Lifespan of Border Collie versus Kishu Ken
The lifespan of Border Collies is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Border Collies is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of Kishu Kens is between 9 to 13 years. The average lifespan of Kishu Kens is 11.0 years.
Border Collies live longer than Kishu Kens.
Go to this article to learn more about Border Collie lifespan and how long Border Collie live.
Tolerates Being Alone: Border Collie versus Kishu Ken
Border Collies do not like to be left alone.
Kishu Kens can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Border Collies shed more than Kishu Kens?
Border Collies shed moderately.
Check out our articles to learn more on how to minimize shedding in Border Collies, and on how to groom a Border Collie
Kishu Kens shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Border Collie or the Kishu Ken?
Border Collies are moderately easy to groom.
To learn more about how to properly groom a Border Collie, check out our article on how to groom a Border Collie.
Learn more on how to take care of a Border Collie here.
Kishu Kens are moderately easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Border Collie or the Kishu Ken?
Border Collies get along fairly well with other dogs.
Kishu Kens do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Border Collies good family dogs? What about Kishu Kens?
Border Collies are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Border Collie make a good addition to a family. They love kids and kids love them.
Learn about Border Collie temperament here.
Kishu Kens are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.
Is the Border Collie Easier to Train than the Kishu Ken?
Border Collies are very easy to train.
Kishu Kens are very easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Border Collie or the Kishu Ken
Border Collies do have a very low tendency to drool.
Kishu Kens do have a very low tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Border Collies and Kishu Kens?
Border Collies get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Kishu Kens get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Does the Border Collie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Kishu Ken?
Border Collies have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and 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 Border Collies Bark and Howl? What about Kishu Kens?
Border Collies are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Kishu Kens are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Border Collies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Kishu Kens Tolerate Cold Weather?
Border Collies can very well tolerate cold weather.
Kishu Kens can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Border Collie vs. Kishu Ken
Border Collies 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 Border Collies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Kishu Kens Tolerate Hot Weather?
Border Collies can tolerate hot weather.
Kishu Kens can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Is the Border Collie Better for Apartment Owners than the Kishu Ken?
Border Collies do not adapt well to apartment living.
Kishu Kens adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Border Collie or the Kishu Ken?
Border Collies are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Kishu Kens are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Border Collie Versus Other Dog Breeds
You may also be interested in how the Border Collie compares to other breeds aside from the Kishu Ken. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Border Collie to other breeds:
Border Collie versus Bolognese Border Collie versus Silky Terrier Border Collie versus Great Pyrenees Border Collie versus Doberman Pinscher Border Collie versus Briard Border Collie versus Yorkipoo Border Collie versus Boerboel Border Collie versus Korean Jindo Dog Border Collie versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle Border Collie versus Alaskan Malamute Border Collie versus Belgian Malinois Border Collie versus Biewer Terrier Border Collie versus Pomsky Border Collie versus Plott Border Collie versus Australian Kelpie Border Collie versus German Wirehaired Pointer Border Collie versus Pomchi Border Collie versus Chorkie Border Collie versus Hovawart
Conclusion: Border Collie 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 Border Collie and the Kishu Ken better suits you and your family.
