Brittany vs Kishu Ken

Compare the Brittany to the Kishu Ken. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Brittanys and Kishu Kens.

Brittany vs Kishu Ken
Brittany
Kishu Ken
Brittany
Kishu Ken
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General Details
Brittany
Kishu Ken
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-13 Years
11-13 Years
Height
17-20 Inches
18-21 Inches
Weight
30-40 Pounds
30-50 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Brittany
Kishu Ken
Origin Country
France
Japan
Origin Year
1907 AD
-1000 BC
Temperament
Brittany
Kishu Ken
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Brittany
Kishu Ken
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Stubborn
Living Environment
Brittany
Kishu Ken
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
No
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
45-80 °F
20-70 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Brittany
Kishu Ken
Energy Level
Very High
Medium to High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
Medium
Top Running Speed
30 MPH
28 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium to High
Grooming Needs
Brittany
Kishu Ken
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium to High
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
High
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Brittany
Kishu Ken
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Brittany
Kishu Ken
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Brittany
Kishu Ken
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
None
Average
Guarding
None
Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Brittany
Kishu Ken
Average Lifespan
12-13 Years
11-13 Years
Health Concerns
Brittany
Kishu Ken
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Luxating patella
Allergies
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Glaucoma
Cerebellar ataxia
Hemophilia A
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Brittany
Kishu Ken
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Shaggy
Wavy
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Brittany
Kishu Ken
Breed Colors
Black and White
Liver and White
Liver Roan
Orange and White
Orange Roan
Red
White
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