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Name	Kooikerhondje	Korean Jindo	Kai Ken
Origins	Netherlands	Korea	Japan
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Nederlandse Kooikerhondje Small Dutch Waterfowl Dog Kooiker Dog	Chindo Jin Dog Jindo Jindo Gae Jindo Gu Jindogae Korean Jindo Dog	Tiger Dog Tora Inu
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Kooikerhondje vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Kooikerhondje vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Kooikerhondje or Korean Jindo or Kai Ken? Which is the smallest dog, Kooikerhondje or Korean Jindo or Kai Ken?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Kooikerhondje or Korean Jindo or Korean Jindo? Kooikerhondje vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken weight comparison:	20-40 pounds (9-18 kg)	Male: 35-50 pounds (16-23 kg), Female: 25-40 pounds (11-18 kg)	Male: 44-53 pounds (20–24 kg), Female: 35-44 pounds (16-20 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	30 pounds (13.5 kg)	Male: 42.5 pounds (19.5 kg), Female: 32.5 pounds (14.5 kg)	Male: 48.5 pounds (22 kg), Female: 42 pounds (19 kg)
Height Which is taller, Kooikerhondje or Korean Jindo or Kai Ken? Kooikerhondje vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken height comparison:	14-16 inches (36-41 cm)	Male: 18-25 inches (48-65 cm), Female: 16-22 inches (41-58 cm)	Male: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	15 inches (38.5 cm)	Male: 21.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 19 inches (49.5 cm)	Male: 21 inches (53.5 cm), Female: 18.5 inches (47.5 cm)

Kooikerhondje vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Kooikerhondje or Korean Jindo or Kai Ken? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$300-$400	$1400-$1600
Availability Which is easier to get, Kooikerhondje or Korean Jindo or Kai Ken?	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.

Kooikerhondje vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Kooikerhondje vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Korean Jindo dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Kai Ken is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Kooikerhondje vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken trainability comparison.	Kooikerhondje dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Kai Ken dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Kooikerhondje or Korean Jindo or Kai Ken?	Kooikerhondje dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Korean Jindo dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Kai Ken dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Kooikerhondje or Korean Jindo or Kai Ken? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Kooikerhondje dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Korean Jindo dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Kai Ken dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Kooikerhondje vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Kooikerhondje or Korean Jindo or Kai Ken? Kooikerhondje vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Alert Intelligent Territorial Lively Going Cheerful	Active Intelligent Loyal Bold Faithful Brave	Agile Alert Intelligent Loyal Brave Reserved
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Korean Jindo dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Kai Ken 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: Kooikerhondje vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken?	High: Kooikerhondje dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Korean Jindo dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Kai Ken dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Kooikerhondje vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken social needs comparison:	Kooikerhondje dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Korean Jindo dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Kai Ken dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Kooikerhondje dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Korean Jindo dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Kai Ken is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Kooikerhondje 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.	Korean Jindo dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Kai Ken dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Kooikerhondje vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Kooikerhondje vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken playfulness comparison:	The Kooikerhondje is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Korean Jindo is a playful breed. See more.	The Kai Ken is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Kooikerhondje vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken?	Average: The Kooikerhondje barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Korean Jindo barks none to minimal. See more.	Average to High: The Kai Ken is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Kooikerhondje or Korean Jindo or Kai Ken?	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 Kooikerhondje indoors.	Apartment-friendly dog the Korean Jindo 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 Kai Ken indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Kooikerhondje vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Kooikerhondje vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Kooikerhondje vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Kooikerhondje vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken health comparison. Which is the healthier: Kooikerhondje vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken?	The Kooikerhondje is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Korean Jindos tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	Kai Kens are commonly healthy dogs.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Kooikerhondje vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Kooikerhondje vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken health problems comparison:	Cataracts Luxating Patella Von Willebrand's Disease Epilepsy Kidney Issues Hereditary Necrotising Myelopathy Myositis	No data available	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Kooikerhondje should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Korean Jindo should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Kai Ken should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Kooikerhondje vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken lifespan comparison. How long do Kooikerhondje, Korean Jindo and Kai Ken breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Kooikerhondje: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Korean Jindo: 13 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Kai Ken: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Kooikerhondje vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Kooikerhondje can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Korean Jindo can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	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.

Kooikerhondje vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Kooikerhondje or Korean Jindo or Kai Ken? Kooikerhondje vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken energy level comparison:	Kooikerhondje dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Korean Jindo dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	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.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Kooikerhondje vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Kooikerhondje or Korean Jindo or Kai Ken? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Kooikerhondje dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Korean Jindo dogs have an average exercise need.	Kai Ken dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Kooikerhondje or Korean Jindo or Kai Ken?	Kooikerhondje dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Korean Jindo dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Kai Ken 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

Kooikerhondje vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Kooikerhondje or Korean Jindo or Kai Ken?	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	1.5 to 2.5 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? Kooikerhondje vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Kooikerhondje has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low: The Korean Jindo has good luck with genetics. See more.	Average: The Kai Ken has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Kooikerhondje vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Kooikerhondje vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken coat comparison:	Waterproof Wavy Thick Straight	Dense Double	Dense Soft Thick Double
Colors What are the original Kooikerhondje, Korean Jindo and Kai Ken color?	Red White Orange	Black Gray White Brindle Black & Tan Red Fawn	Black Red Brindle Black & Red
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Kooikerhondje or Korean Jindo or Kai Ken? Kooikerhondje vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Kooikerhondje doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Korean Jindo doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Kai Ken doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Kooikerhondje or Korean Jindo or Kai Ken? Kooikerhondje or Korean Jindo or {name3 shedding:	Kooikerhondje dogs shed moderately. See more.	Korean Jindo dogs shed moderately. See more.	Kai Ken 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: Kooikerhondje or Korean Jindo or Kai Ken?	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 Kooikerhondje vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken 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, Kooikerhondje vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken?	Medium ⏺ The Kooikerhondje has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Korean Jindo has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Kai Ken has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Kooikerhondje is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Korean Jindo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	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.

Kooikerhondje vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken Good With Comparison

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

Kooikerhondje vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken 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: Kooikerhondje or Korean Jindo or Kai Ken? 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.
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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: Kooikerhondje vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken?	Not really Kooikerhondje breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Korean Jindo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Kai Ken 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Kooikerhondje vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken 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 Kooikerhondje and Korean Jindo and Kai Ken have?	5-7 puppies	4-8 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Kooikerhondje vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2018 as a Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. United Kennel Club American Rare Breed Association Foundation Stock Service	No data available	America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Foundation Stock Service

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