Is the Airedale Terrier Better than the Chorkie as a Pet? Our Answer.

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Airedale Terrier Versus Chorkie: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Airedale Terrier and the Chorkie? 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 Airedale Terrier and the Chorkie 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 Airedale Terrier and the Chorkie.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Airedale Terrier and the Chorkie 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 Airedale Terrier and for the Chorkie. 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 Airedale Terrier and the Chorkie.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Airedale Terrier or the Chorkie.

Airedale Terrier versus Chorkie: Overview

A very important difference between the Airedale Terrier and the Chorkie is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Airedale Terrier is a medium-sized dog while the Chorkie is a tiny-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Airedale 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.

On the other hand, the Chorkie belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Airedale Terrier versus Chorkie: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Airedale Terrier to the Chorkie 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 Airedale Terrier and the Chorkie

Factor Airedale Terrier Chorkie
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 5/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 10 to 13 years 12 to 15 years
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 5/5
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 1/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 3/5
Height 21 to 23 inches tall at the shoulder 6 to 9 inches
Easygoing 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 2/5
General Health 3/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 4/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 4/5
Weight 40 to 65 pounds 8 to 15 pounds
Intelligence 5/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 1/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Average Lifespan 11.5 years 13.5 years
Average Price $1400 $1010
Price Range $1000 – $1800 $550 – $1200
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Airedale Terrier 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 Chorkie. 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 Airedale Terrier is 70 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Chorkie is 79 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Chorkie is a better pet than the Airedale 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 Airedale Terrier and the Chorkie so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Airedale Terrier and the Chorkie

    Below is a list of where the Airedale Terrier and the Chorkie are most different:

    • Airedale Terriers do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Chorkies adapt well to apartment living.
    • Airedale Terriers are not the best dogs for new dog owners. However, Chorkies are good for new dog owners.
    • Airedale Terriers are prone to nip and chew at things. However, Chorkies are not prone to nip and chew at things.
    • Airedale Terriers have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets. However, Chorkies have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.

    The Similarities Between the Airedale Terrier and the Chorkie

    The Airedale Terrier and the Chorkie are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Airedale Terrier and the Chorkie are most similar:

    • Both the Airedale Terrier and the Chorkie do not have the tendency to drool.
    • Both the Airedale Terrier and the Chorkie do not like to be left alone.
    • Both the Airedale Terrier and the Chorkie do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
    • Both the Airedale Terrier and the Chorkie require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
    • Both the Airedale Terrier and the Chorkie are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
    • Both the Airedale Terrier and the Chorkie get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
    • Both the Airedale Terrier and the Chorkie get along well with other dogs.
    • Both the Airedale Terrier and the Chorkie are very easy to train.
    • Both the Airedale Terrier and the Chorkie are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
    • Both the Airedale Terrier and the Chorkie have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
    • Both the Airedale Terrier and the Chorkie are very playful.

    Size Comparison of Airedale Terrier versus Chorkie

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Airedale Terrier and the Chorkie.

    Airedale Terriers weigh 40 to 65 pounds when fully grown. Airedale Terriers are 21 to 23 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Chorkies weigh 8 to 15 pounds when fully grown. Chorkies are 6 to 9 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Airedale Terrier versus Chorkie

    The lifespan of Airedale Terriers is between 10 to 13 years. The average lifespan of Airedale Terriers is 11.5 years.

    The lifespan of Chorkies is between 12 to 15 years . The average lifespan of Chorkies is 13.5 years.

    Chorkies live longer than Airedale Terriers.

    Price of Airedale Terrier versus Price of Chorkie

    The average price of the Airedale Terrier puppy is $1400. The price of the Airedale Terrier typically ranges from $1000 – $1800. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 208 Airedale Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Chorkie puppy is $1010. The price of the Chorkie typically ranges from $550 – $1200. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 93 Chorkie puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Airedale Terrier is more expensive than the Chorkie.

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Airedale Terrier and Chorkie. For different price points, the charts show how many Airedale Terrier puppies or how many Chorkie puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Airedale Terriers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Airedale Terriers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Chorkies

    A breakdown of the prices of Chorkies

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Airedale Terrier puppy or the Chorkie 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: Airedale Terrier versus Chorkie

    Airedale Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Chorkies do not like to be left alone.

    Do Airedale Terriers shed more than Chorkies?

    Airedale Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Chorkies do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Airedale Terrier or the Chorkie

    Airedale Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Chorkies do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Airedale Terrier or the Chorkie?

    Airedale Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Chorkies are moderately easy to groom.

    Does the Airedale Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Chorkie?

    Airedale 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.

    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.

    Do Airedale Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Chorkies?

    Airedale Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Chorkies are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Airedale Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Chorkies Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Airedale Terriers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Chorkies cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Airedale Terrier vs. Chorkie

    Airedale Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Chorkies do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Can Airedale Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Chorkies Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Airedale Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Chorkies cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Airedale Terrier or the Chorkie?

    Airedale Terriers get along very well with other dogs.

    Chorkies get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Airedale Terriers good family dogs? What about Chorkies?

    Airedale Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Chorkies are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Airedale Terriers and Chorkies?

    Airedale Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Chorkies get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Is the Airedale Terrier Easier to Train than the Chorkie?

    Airedale Terriers are very easy to train.

    Chorkies are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Airedale Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Chorkie?

    Airedale Terriers do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Chorkies adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Airedale Terrier or the Chorkie?

    Airedale Terriers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Chorkies are very good for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Airedale Terrier versus Chorkie. 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 Airedale Terrier and the Chorkie better suits you and your family.