Shiba Inu
VS
Dutch Kooikerhondje
Shiba Inu vs Dutch Kooikerhondje
Compare Shiba Inu and Dutch Kooikerhondje side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Shiba Inu
Dutch Kooikerhondje
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
36 – 42 cm
35 – 42 cm
Weight
7 – 11 kg
8 – 12 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
3/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
2/5
4/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
5/5
3/5
Barking level
3/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Shiba Inu
Stubborn
Small
Dutch Kooikerhondje
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Quiet
Easy to train
Small
Summary
About Shiba Inu
Ancient Japanese spitz-type hunting dog, small yet muscular with foxlike face, curled tail and plush double coat in red, black and tan or sesame with urajiro. Independent, catlike, loyal but reserved, strong-willed, high prey drive, needs early socialisation, firm positive training and regular exercise.
About Dutch Kooikerhondje
Medium-small Dutch gundog with orange-red and white coat, black-tipped ears and a plumed white tail. Affectionate with family, reserved with strangers, intelligent and sensitive. Needs daily exercise, training, and companionship; generally healthy with some hereditary conditions monitored.
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