Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Chinese Crested Versus Portuguese Pointer: Introduction
- Chinese Crested versus Portuguese Pointer: Overview
- Chinese Crested versus Portuguese Pointer: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chinese Crested and the Portuguese Pointer
- The Similarities Between the Chinese Crested and the Portuguese Pointer
- Size (Weight and Height) of Chinese Crested versus Portuguese Pointer
- Lifespan of Chinese Crested versus Portuguese Pointer
- Health Problems of Chinese Crested versus Health Problems of Portuguese Pointer
- Tolerates Being Alone: Chinese Crested versus Portuguese Pointer
- Do Chinese Cresteds shed more than Portuguese Pointers?
- Which one drools more, the Chinese Crested or the Portuguese Pointer
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinese Crested or the Portuguese Pointer?
- Does the Chinese Crested Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Portuguese Pointer?
- Do Chinese Cresteds Bark and Howl? What about Portuguese Pointers?
- Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Portuguese Pointers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Chinese Crested vs. Portuguese Pointer
- Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Portuguese Pointers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chinese Crested or the Portuguese Pointer?
- Are Chinese Cresteds good family dogs? What about Portuguese Pointers?
- How Kid-friendly are Chinese Cresteds and Portuguese Pointers?
- Is the Chinese Crested Easier to Train than the Portuguese Pointer?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chinese Crested
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Portuguese Pointer
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Chinese Crested versus Portuguese Pointer. Which One is a Better Pet?
Chinese Crested Versus Portuguese Pointer: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chinese Crested and the Portuguese Pointer? 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 Chinese Crested and the Portuguese Pointer 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 Chinese Crested and the Portuguese Pointer.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chinese Crested and the Portuguese Pointer 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 Chinese Crested and for the Portuguese Pointer. 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 Chinese Crested and the Portuguese Pointer.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Chinese Crested or the Portuguese Pointer.
Chinese Crested versus Portuguese Pointer: Overview
A very important difference between the Chinese Crested and the Portuguese Pointer is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Chinese Crested is a small-sized dog while the Portuguese Pointer is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Chinese Crested belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.
On the other hand, the Portuguese Pointer belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.
Chinese Crested versus Portuguese Pointer: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Chinese Crested to the Portuguese Pointer 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 Chinese Crested and the Portuguese Pointer
Factor | Chinese Crested | Portuguese Pointer |
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Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 1/5 |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 5/5 | 1/5 |
Life Span | 10 to 14 years | 12 to 14 years |
Height | 11 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder | 20 to 22 inches |
Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 2/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 1/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Easy To Train | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 1/5 |
Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
General Health | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Weight | Up to 12 pounds | 35 to 59 pounds |
Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 13.0 years |
Average Price | $1430 | No Data |
Price Range | $1000 – $1600 | No Data |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Chinese Crested 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 Portuguese Pointer. 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 Chinese Crested is 87 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Portuguese Pointer is 72 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Chinese Crested is a better pet than the Portuguese Pointer. So, you should get the Chinese Crested!
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 Chinese Crested and the Portuguese Pointer so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chinese Crested and the Portuguese Pointer
Below is a list of where the Chinese Crested and the Portuguese Pointer are most different:
The Similarities Between the Chinese Crested and the Portuguese Pointer
The Chinese Crested and the Portuguese Pointer are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chinese Crested and the Portuguese Pointer are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Chinese Crested versus Portuguese Pointer
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chinese Crested and the Portuguese Pointer.
Chinese Cresteds weigh Up to 12 pounds when fully grown. Chinese Cresteds are 11 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Portuguese Pointers weigh 35 to 59 pounds when fully grown. Portuguese Pointers are 20 to 22 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Chinese Crested versus Portuguese Pointer
The lifespan of Chinese Cresteds is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Chinese Cresteds is 12.0 years.
The lifespan of Portuguese Pointers is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Portuguese Pointers is 13.0 years.
Portuguese Pointers live longer than Chinese Cresteds.
Health Problems of Chinese Crested versus Health Problems of Portuguese Pointer
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.
Both the Chinese Crested and the Portuguese Pointer are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.
The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.
Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Chinese Crested is prone to more genetic health problems than the Portuguese Pointer.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Chinese Crested than for the Portuguese Pointer.
8 health tests are recommended for Chinese Crested while 3 tests are recommended for the Portuguese Pointer.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Chinese Cresteds and in Portuguese Pointers.
Chinese Crested Health Problems
Chinese Cresteds are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Chinese Crested puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Chinese Crested puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Chinese Crested breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Chinese Cresteds for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Chinese Cresteds here.
Portuguese Pointer Health Problems
Portuguese Pointers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Portuguese Pointer puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Portuguese Pointer puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Portuguese Pointer breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Portuguese Pointers for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Portuguese Pointers here.
Tolerates Being Alone: Chinese Crested versus Portuguese Pointer
Chinese Cresteds do not like to be left alone.
Portuguese Pointers do not like to be left alone.
Do Chinese Cresteds shed more than Portuguese Pointers?
Chinese Cresteds do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Portuguese Pointers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Chinese Crested or the Portuguese Pointer
Chinese Cresteds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Portuguese Pointers drool moderately.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinese Crested or the Portuguese Pointer?
Chinese Cresteds require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Portuguese Pointers are very easy to groom.
Does the Chinese Crested Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Portuguese Pointer?
Chinese Cresteds have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Portuguese Pointers 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 Chinese Cresteds Bark and Howl? What about Portuguese Pointers?
Chinese Cresteds bark and howl, but not very much.
Portuguese Pointers are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Portuguese Pointers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Chinese Cresteds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Portuguese Pointers can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Chinese Crested vs. Portuguese Pointer
Chinese Cresteds do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Portuguese Pointers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Portuguese Pointers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Chinese Cresteds can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Portuguese Pointers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chinese Crested or the Portuguese Pointer?
Chinese Cresteds get along very well with other dogs.
Portuguese Pointers do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Chinese Cresteds good family dogs? What about Portuguese Pointers?
Chinese Cresteds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Portuguese Pointers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Chinese Cresteds and Portuguese Pointers?
Chinese Cresteds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Portuguese Pointers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Chinese Crested Easier to Train than the Portuguese Pointer?
Chinese Cresteds are very easy to train.
Portuguese Pointers are very easy to train.
Is the Chinese Crested Better for Apartment Owners than the Portuguese Pointer?
Chinese Cresteds adapt very well to apartment living.
Portuguese Pointers do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chinese Crested or the Portuguese Pointer?
Chinese Cresteds are OK for new dog owners.
Portuguese Pointers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chinese Crested
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Portuguese Pointer
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Portuguese Pointer 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 Portuguese Pointer:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Chinese Crested and how the Portuguese Pointer compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Chinese Crested and of the Portuguese Pointer to other breeds:
Chinese Crested Versus Other Dog Breeds
Chinese Crested versus Shihpoo Chinese Crested versus Coton de Tulear Chinese Crested versus Curly-Coated Retriever Chinese Crested versus Golden Cocker Retriever Chinese Crested versus Bulldog Chinese Crested versus American Staffordshire Terrier Chinese Crested versus Catahoula Leopard Dog Chinese Crested versus Standard Poodle Chinese Crested versus Black Russian Terrier Chinese Crested versus Norwegian Buhund Chinese Crested versus Catahoula Leopard Dog Chinese Crested versus Komondor Chinese Crested versus Cavachon Chinese Crested versus German Longhaired Pointer Chinese Crested versus Giant Schnauzer Chinese Crested versus Shih Tzu Chinese Crested versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle Chinese Crested versus English Cocker Spaniel Chinese Crested versus Boykin Spaniel Chinese Crested versus Leonberger Chinese Crested versus Labrador Retriever Chinese Crested versus Pointer Chinese Crested versus Dutch Shepherd Chinese Crested versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi Chinese Crested versus Pointer
Portuguese Pointer Versus Other Dog Breeds
Portuguese Pointer versus American Eskimo Dog Portuguese Pointer versus Kuvasz Portuguese Pointer versus Pomchi Portuguese Pointer versus Flat-Coated Retriever Portuguese Pointer versus Bernese Mountain Dog Portuguese Pointer versus Bernese Mountain Dog Portuguese Pointer versus Kishu Ken Portuguese Pointer versus Pomapoo Portuguese Pointer versus Italian Greyhound Portuguese Pointer versus Chow Chow Portuguese Pointer versus Morkie Portuguese Pointer versus Icelandic Sheepdog Portuguese Pointer versus King Shepherd Portuguese Pointer versus Chi-Poo Portuguese Pointer versus Finnish Lapphund Portuguese Pointer versus Siberian Husky Portuguese Pointer versus Schnoodle Portuguese Pointer versus Bordoodle Portuguese Pointer versus Cane Corso Portuguese Pointer versus German Pinscher Portuguese Pointer versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Portuguese Pointer versus Akita Chow Portuguese Pointer versus Sealyham Terrier Portuguese Pointer versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever Portuguese Pointer versus Icelandic Sheepdog
Conclusion: Chinese Crested versus Portuguese Pointer. 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 Chinese Crested and the Portuguese Pointer better suits you and your family.