Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Chorkie Versus Patterdale Terrier: Introduction
- Chorkie versus Patterdale Terrier: Overview
- Chorkie versus Patterdale Terrier: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chorkie and the Patterdale Terrier
- The Similarities Between the Chorkie and the Patterdale Terrier
- Size (Weight and Height) of Chorkie versus Patterdale Terrier
- Lifespan of Chorkie versus Patterdale Terrier
- Price of Chorkie versus Price of Patterdale Terrier
- Tolerates Being Alone: Chorkie versus Patterdale Terrier
- Do Chorkies shed more than Patterdale Terriers?
- Which one drools more, the Chorkie or the Patterdale Terrier
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Chorkie or the Patterdale Terrier?
- Does the Chorkie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Patterdale Terrier?
- Do Chorkies Bark and Howl? What about Patterdale Terriers?
- Can Chorkies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Patterdale Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Chorkie vs. Patterdale Terrier
- Can Chorkies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Patterdale Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chorkie or the Patterdale Terrier?
- Are Chorkies good family dogs? What about Patterdale Terriers?
- How Kid-friendly are Chorkies and Patterdale Terriers?
- Is the Chorkie Easier to Train than the Patterdale Terrier?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chorkie
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Patterdale Terrier
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Chorkie versus Patterdale Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
Chorkie Versus Patterdale Terrier: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chorkie and the Patterdale Terrier? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Chorkie and the Patterdale Terrier better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Chorkie and the Patterdale Terrier.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chorkie and the Patterdale Terrier is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Chorkie and for the Patterdale Terrier. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Chorkie and the Patterdale Terrier.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Chorkie or the Patterdale Terrier.
Chorkie versus Patterdale Terrier: Overview
A very important difference between the Chorkie and the Patterdale Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Chorkie is a tiny-sized dog while the Patterdale Terrier is a small-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Chorkie belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
On the other hand, the Patterdale Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.
Chorkie versus Patterdale Terrier: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Chorkie to the Patterdale Terrier based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Chorkie and the Patterdale Terrier
Factor | Chorkie | Patterdale Terrier |
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Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 1/5 |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 4/5 |
Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 11 to 14 years |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 1/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 4/5 |
General Health | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Easy To Train | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Intelligence | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 4/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 1/5 |
Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 2/5 |
Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Height | 6 to 9 inches | 12 to 15 inches |
Weight | 8 to 15 pounds | 11 to 13 pounds |
Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 12.5 years |
Average Price | $990 | $680 |
Price Range | $550 – $1200 | $550 – $950 |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data | No Data |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Chorkie in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Patterdale Terrier. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Chorkie is 79 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Patterdale Terrier is 77 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Chorkie is a better pet than the Patterdale Terrier. So, you should get the Chorkie!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Chorkie and the Patterdale Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chorkie and the Patterdale Terrier
Below is a list of where the Chorkie and the Patterdale Terrier are most different:
The Similarities Between the Chorkie and the Patterdale Terrier
The Chorkie and the Patterdale Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chorkie and the Patterdale Terrier are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Chorkie versus Patterdale Terrier
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chorkie and the Patterdale Terrier.
Chorkies weigh 8 to 15 pounds when fully grown. Chorkies are 6 to 9 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, Patterdale Terriers weigh 11 to 13 pounds when fully grown. Patterdale Terriers are 12 to 15 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Chorkie versus Patterdale Terrier
The lifespan of Chorkies is between 12 to 15 years . The average lifespan of Chorkies is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of Patterdale Terriers is between 11 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Patterdale Terriers is 12.5 years.
Chorkies live longer than Patterdale Terriers.
Price of Chorkie versus Price of Patterdale Terrier
The average price of the Chorkie puppy is $990. The price of the Chorkie typically ranges from $550 – $1200. However, the price of a Chorkie can be as low as $200 and as high as $3500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 162 Chorkie puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Patterdale Terrier puppy is $680. The price of the Patterdale Terrier typically ranges from $550 – $950. However, the price of the Patterdale Terrier can be as low as $300 and as high as $1200. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 14 Patterdale Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Chorkie is more expensive than the Patterdale Terrier.
Chorkie | Patterdale Terrier | |
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Average Price | $990 | $680 |
Price Range | $550 to $1200 | $550 to $950 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Chorkie and Patterdale Terrier. For different price points, the charts show how many Chorkie puppies or how many Patterdale Terrier puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Chorkies. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Patterdale Terriers
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Chorkie puppy or the Patterdale Terrier puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Tolerates Being Alone: Chorkie versus Patterdale Terrier
Chorkies do not like to be left alone.
Patterdale Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Do Chorkies shed more than Patterdale Terriers?
Chorkies do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Patterdale Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Chorkie or the Patterdale Terrier
Chorkies do have a very low tendency to drool.
Patterdale Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Chorkie or the Patterdale Terrier?
Chorkies are moderately easy to groom.
Patterdale Terriers are very easy to groom.
Does the Chorkie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Patterdale Terrier?
Chorkies have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Patterdale Terriers have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Do Chorkies Bark and Howl? What about Patterdale Terriers?
Chorkies are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Patterdale Terriers are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Chorkies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Patterdale Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Chorkies cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Patterdale Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Chorkie vs. Patterdale Terrier
Chorkies do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Patterdale Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Chorkies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Patterdale Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Chorkies cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Patterdale Terriers can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chorkie or the Patterdale Terrier?
Chorkies get along fairly well with other dogs.
Patterdale Terriers get along very well with other dogs.
Are Chorkies good family dogs? What about Patterdale Terriers?
Chorkies are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Patterdale Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Chorkies and Patterdale Terriers?
Chorkies get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Patterdale Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Chorkie Easier to Train than the Patterdale Terrier?
Chorkies are fairly easy to train.
Patterdale Terriers are fairly easy to train.
Is the Chorkie Better for Apartment Owners than the Patterdale Terrier?
Chorkies adapt very well to apartment living.
Patterdale Terriers do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chorkie or the Patterdale Terrier?
Chorkies are very good for new dog owners.
Patterdale Terriers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chorkie
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Chorkie that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Chorkie:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Patterdale Terrier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Patterdale Terrier that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Patterdale Terrier:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Chorkie and how the Patterdale Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Chorkie and of the Patterdale Terrier to other breeds:
Chorkie Versus Other Dog Breeds
Chorkie versus Kerry Blue Terrier Chorkie versus Mudi Chorkie versus Siberian Husky Chorkie versus Pointer Chorkie versus Beagle Chorkie versus Cockalier Chorkie versus Rottweiler Chorkie versus Neapolitan Mastiff Chorkie versus Irish Setter Chorkie versus Saint Berdoodle Chorkie versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever Chorkie versus Ibizan Hound Chorkie versus Lowchen Chorkie versus Kuvasz Chorkie versus Bouvier des Flandres Chorkie versus Chi-Poo Chorkie versus Shihpoo Chorkie versus Italian Greyhound Chorkie versus Kuvasz Chorkie versus Lancashire Heeler Chorkie versus Pyrenean Shepherd Chorkie versus Cockapoo Chorkie versus Pyredoodle Chorkie versus Black Russian Terrier Chorkie versus Bloodhound
Patterdale Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
Patterdale Terrier versus Sussex Spaniel Patterdale Terrier versus Shetland Sheepdog Patterdale Terrier versus Canaan Dog Patterdale Terrier versus Catahoula Leopard Dog Patterdale Terrier versus Mountain Cur Patterdale Terrier versus Pyrenean Shepherd Patterdale Terrier versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Patterdale Terrier versus Mastiff Patterdale Terrier versus American Eskimo Dog Patterdale Terrier versus Beaglier Patterdale Terrier versus Akita Chow Patterdale Terrier versus Pyrenean Mastiff Patterdale Terrier versus Shiba Inu Patterdale Terrier versus Morkie Patterdale Terrier versus Keeshond Patterdale Terrier versus Cockapoo Patterdale Terrier versus Pomchi Patterdale Terrier versus Schipperke Patterdale Terrier versus Yorkshire Terrier Patterdale Terrier versus Kooikerhondje Patterdale Terrier versus Saint Berdoodle Patterdale Terrier versus English Toy Spaniel Patterdale Terrier versus Sheepadoodle Patterdale Terrier versus Spanish Mastiff Patterdale Terrier versus Bouvier des Flandres
Conclusion: Chorkie versus Patterdale Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Chorkie and the Patterdale Terrier better suits you and your family.