Kai Ken

Kai Ken

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The Kai Ken is a medium sized dog with a coat that has stripes on it, which is why he is known as a tiger dog. It has a muscular physique.

Health
Personality
Lifetime Care

Breed Profile

Height

17 - 22

Inches

Weight

25 - 45

Pounds

Life Span

14 – 16

Years

Health

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Luxating Patella

Affects
15%
of dogs

What is it?:

Luxating Patella is a condition where the kneecap moves out of its grove and causes pain and discomfort.

Clinical signs

The clinical symptoms of this condition may include -

  • Stiffness in the leg

  • May see your doh skipping and jumping to slide the kneecap back in its place

  • The way of walking of the dog changes

  • There is discomfort or pain while walking

Treatment

The treatment for luxating patella depends on the severity of the medical condition. The treatment for luxating patella is:

  • Pain relief medications with help reduce the discomfort, pain and swelling

  • Physical therapy could be given to dogs, to strengthen their muscles

  • A realignment surgery can be performed on the dog in severe cases where there is a lot of pain and movement of the dog is difficult

Eligible vet bill

$5,000

Reimbursement Rate

Amount a Spot accident & illness plan could cover*

$4,500

Your Net payment

$500

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*Hypothetical reimbursement examples illustrate reimbursement of an eligible vet bill at the noted reimbursement rate, assuming the annual deductible had already been satisfied and the annual coverage limit has not yet been met. Annual deductible, co-insurance, benefit and coverage limits, and exclusions may apply. Eligibility may vary. Visit https://www.spotpetinsurance.ca/sample-policy for full terms. For Canada enrollments only, reimbursement rate is based on the pet's age.

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Ear Infection

Affects
20%
of dogs

What is it?:

An ear infection is a ear canal infection which can caused by:

  • Wax build up

  • Injury to the ear

  • Various autoimmune disease

  • Over cleaning

  • Moisture accumulation

  • Allergies due to various foods or external environment

Clinical signs

Ear infection is often seen in dogs of various breeds. The symptoms of the condition are as follows:

  • Pain experienced by the dog

  • Constant shaking of the head or itching of the ear

  • Formation of scabs around the ear

  • Scratching the area which ultimately forms a wound

  • Dark colored discharge from the ears

  • Bad odor

Treatment

The treatment of an ear infection varies from one dog to another and the symptoms experienced by them. The vet may clean the ear with an ear cleanser. If the condition is more severe then oral medications may be prescribed to reduce the pain and swelling. In even more severe cases where the ear infection does not heal, a surgery called the Total Ear Canal Ablation may be performed. In this surgery the infected ear canal is removed to prevent the disease from repeating again.

Eligible vet bill

$2,000

Reimbursement Rate

Amount a Spot accident & illness plan could cover*

$1,800

Your Net payment

$200

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*Hypothetical reimbursement examples illustrate reimbursement of an eligible vet bill at the noted reimbursement rate, assuming the annual deductible had already been satisfied and the annual coverage limit has not yet been met. Annual deductible, co-insurance, benefit and coverage limits, and exclusions may apply. Eligibility may vary. Visit https://www.spotpetinsurance.ca/sample-policy for full terms. For Canada enrollments only, reimbursement rate is based on the pet's age.

Personality

Active

The Kai ken are agile and athletic in nature, they love the outdoor as well as swimming, climbing and hiking with their owners.

Loyal

The Kai Ken’s are very loyal to their owners and may take some time bonding with strangers. They love to please their families and spend time with them.

Brave

The Kai Ken is a hunting dog and they are protective about their families. They are proved to be great watch dogs as they are always alert.

Lifetime Care

Coat

The Kai Ken has a brindle double coat which makes them adaptable with the cold climate.

Colors

The Kai Ken’s coat could be black, red, gold or brown in color.

Hypoallergenic

No

Grooming

The Kai Ken sheds its coat two times a year, which is why there is some shedding and grooming required during those times.

Training

The Kai ken is highly trainable and is a joy to train. They are very intelligent but because it is a hunting dog, it may be difficult to let them off their leash.

The Kai Ken originates from the Kai province of Japan in 1929. They are considered to be a rare breed. They are very loyal to their owners and great guardians. They are counted as one of the purest breeds of Japan. They were bred to be hunting dogs which make them good at chasing their prey, having survival instinct, climbing and swimming.

Kai Ken: Introduction to the Breed

The Kai Ken were not intentionally bred and are known to be a pure natural breed. They are fun loving creatures with a lot of energy.

Physical Characteristics:

  • Medium sized

  • Agile

  • Dense coat

  • Sharp ears

  • Muscular limbs

Best suited for pet-owners:

  • Who have active lives

  • Who have older children

  • Who have time for them

  • Who like to spend time outdoors

Things to watch-out before deciding to own a Kai Ken

  • The Kai Ken has high hunting instinct which makes them slightly dangerous to be around other pets without a leash

  • The Kai Ken is a very energetic breed and requires to be with a family that likes the outdoors as well as have the time to invest in their pets.

  • The Kai ken are easily adaptable in a small apartment as they are not as active when they are indoors.

  • If there is another pet in the house then it’s better to introduce them at an earlier stage.

  • The Kai Ken are actually quite social and do not like to be left alone for more than a few hours.

What should a Kai Ken eat?

The Kai Ken should be given high quality food to keep them healthy and give them a longer life. They should not be overfed and balance should be maintained. Vitamins and calcium should be mixed with their food to avoid health problems like Retinal Atrophy and bone problems. As this breed is energetic and active water should be easily available to them to keep them hydrated. Know more about if your Kia Ken should eat fruits, vegetables, seafood, beans & dry fruits.

Conclusion

The Kai Ken may be hunting dogs with prey instinct but they are also great family dogs. If you're looking for a dog that is your companion and loves to explore new heights with you then the Kai Ken is the one. Also, the kai Ken being a natural breed from Japan makes it prone to less health risks and is said to be a healthy breed. The Kai Ken’s are calm and protective about their own masters. They are brave and loyal and would go to great lengths to keep you from harm's way.

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