Which is Better Between the Bulldog and the Chorkie?

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Bulldog Versus Chorkie: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Bulldog 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 Bulldog 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 Bulldog 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 Bulldog or the Chorkie.

Bulldog versus Chorkie: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Bulldog 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 Chorkie belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Bulldog versus Chorkie: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Bulldog 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 Bulldog and the Chorkie

Factor Bulldog Chorkie
Tolerates Cold Weather 1/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 1/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 5/5 4/5
Height 12 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder 6 to 9 inches
Dog Friendly 2/5 3/5
Intelligence 2/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 4/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 1/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 4/5
Easy To Train 3/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 3/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 5/5
Easygoing 2/5 1/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 3/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
Weight 40 to 50 pounds 8 to 15 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 5/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 1/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 1/5 4/5
Life Span 8 to 12 years 12 to 15 years
Average Lifespan 10.0 years 13.5 years
Average Price $4220 $1010
Price Range $3000 – $4500 $550 – $1200
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • approved laboratory
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- after the age of 24 months
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • HYPERURICOSURIA
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Tracheal Hypoplasia
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Bulldog 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 Bulldog is 80 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Chorkie is 79 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Bulldog is a better pet than the Chorkie. So, you should get the Bulldog!

    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 Bulldog and the Chorkie so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Bulldog and the Chorkie

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

    • Bulldogs are very friendly towards strangers. However, Chorkies are not very friendly towards strangers.
    • Bulldogs have a very high tendency to drool. However, Chorkies do not have the tendency to drool.
    • Bulldogs gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them. However, Chorkies are not prone to gaining weight easily.

    The Similarities Between the Bulldog and the Chorkie

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

    • Both the Bulldog and the Chorkie cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
    • Both the Bulldog and the Chorkie cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
    • Both the Bulldog and the Chorkie do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
    • Both the Bulldog and the Chorkie do not get along well with other dogs.
    • Both the Bulldog and the Chorkie not very intelligent.
    • Both the Bulldog and the Chorkie are not prone to nip and chew at things.
    • Both the Bulldog and the Chorkie have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
    • Both the Bulldog and the Chorkie are good for new dog owners.
    • Both the Bulldog and the Chorkie are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
    • Both the Bulldog and the Chorkie get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
    • Both the Bulldog and the Chorkie are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
    • Both the Bulldog and the Chorkie are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
    • Both the Bulldog and the Chorkie are very playful.
    • Both the Bulldog and the Chorkie adapt well to apartment living.
    • Both the Bulldog and the Chorkie are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Size Comparison of Bulldog versus Chorkie

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

    Bulldogs weigh 40 to 50 pounds when fully grown. Bulldogs are 12 to 15 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 Bulldog versus Chorkie

    The lifespan of Bulldogs is between 8 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Bulldogs is 10.0 years.

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

    Chorkies live longer than Bulldogs.

    Price of Bulldog versus Price of Chorkie

    The average price of the Bulldog puppy is $4220. The price of the Bulldog typically ranges from $3000 – $4500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 595 Bulldog 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 Bulldog is more expensive than the Chorkie.

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

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Bulldogs. 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 Bulldog 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: Bulldog versus Chorkie

    Bulldogs can be left alone only for a short time.

    Chorkies do not like to be left alone.

    Do Bulldogs shed more than Chorkies?

    Bulldogs shed moderately.

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

    Which one drools more, the Bulldog or the Chorkie

    Bulldogs have a very high tendency to drool.

    Chorkies do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Bulldog or the Chorkie?

    Bulldogs are very easy to groom.

    Chorkies are moderately easy to groom.

    Does the Bulldog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Chorkie?

    Bulldogs 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.

    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 Bulldogs Bark and Howl? What about Chorkies?

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

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

    Can Bulldogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Chorkies Tolerate Cold Weather?

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

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

    Wanderlust Potential: Bulldog vs. Chorkie

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

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

    Can Bulldogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Chorkies Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

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

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

    Bulldogs do not get along well with other dogs.

    Chorkies get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Bulldogs good family dogs? What about Chorkies?

    Bulldogs 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 Bulldogs and Chorkies?

    Bulldogs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Bulldog Easier to Train than the Chorkie?

    Bulldogs are fairly easy to train.

    Chorkies are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Bulldog Better for Apartment Owners than the Chorkie?

    Bulldogs adapt very well to apartment living.

    Chorkies adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Bulldogs are very good for new dog owners.

    Chorkies are very good for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Bulldog 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 Bulldog and the Chorkie better suits you and your family.