King Shepherd has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Japanese Terrier has low obesity risk, but needs exercise and food monitoring for optimal health.

Courageous
Intelligent
Protective
Gentle
Loving
Affectionate
Loyal

Active
Cheerful
Swift
Affectionate
Lively
Vigilant

Choose a King Shepherd if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Japanese Terriers make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

United States

Japan

German Shepherd, Shiloh Shepherd, Malamute, Pyrenees

Smooth Fox Terrier, German Pinscher, Kobe Terrier

American Rare Breed Association
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.

ACA = American Canine Association Inc.
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

1990s

1600s

Herding

Terrier

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Fawn
Red
Black
Brown
Sable

White
Black
Pied

King Shepherds have medium-length coats.

Japanese Terriers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

A King Shepherd can have a litter of 10-13 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Japanese Terrier can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

King Shepherds have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Japanese Terriers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

King Shepherds are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Japanese Terriers typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Canine Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Hypothyroidism
Degenerative Myelopathy
Joint Dysplasia

Ear Infections
Patellar Luxation
Eye Problems

Eye Examinations
Full Physical Examination
Blood Tests and Analysis
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Allergy Testing

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Yearly Eye Exam
Yearly Physical Examination

King Shepherds' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Japanese Terriers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

King Shepherds require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Japanese Terriers need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

King Shepherds sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Japanese Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

King Shepherd is an average drooler, monitor for excessive drooling which may indicate health issues.

Japanese Terrier has low drooling tendency, suitable for those who dislike drool marks.

King Shepherd dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

The Japanese Terrier is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

King Shepherd dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Japanese Terrier dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

Fetch, Eating Snacks, Walk, Go to Park, Walking, Cuddling, Car rides, Go hiking, Cuddles, Dog beach, Dog Parks, Hiking

Run playin

King Shepherds are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Japanese Terriers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For King Shepherd, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Japanese Terrier, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most King Shepherds usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Japanese Terriers usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The King Shepherd has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Japanese Terrier is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Ideally, King Shepherd should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Japanese Terrier should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 90-150 pound (41 - 68 kg) King Shepherd feed 4 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 5-9 pound (2 - 4 kg) Japanese Terrier feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a King Shepherd is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average cost of a Japanese Terrier is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a King Shepherd is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Japanese Terrier is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

King Shepherds are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Japanese Terrier is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

The King Shepherd is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Japanese Terriers can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

King Shepherds are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Japanese Terriers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

King Shepherds are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Japanese Terriers are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

King Shepherds are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Japanese Terriers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

King Shepherds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Japanese Terriers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

King Shepherds can be difficult to train and require consistent and patient training.

Japanese Terriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.