Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Carolina Dog Versus Chinese Crested: Introduction
- Carolina Dog versus Chinese Crested: Overview
- Carolina Dog versus Chinese Crested: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Carolina Dog and the Chinese Crested
- The Similarities Between the Carolina Dog and the Chinese Crested
- Size (Weight and Height) of Carolina Dog versus Chinese Crested
- Lifespan of Carolina Dog versus Chinese Crested
- Temperament of the Chinese Crested Versus the Carolina Dog
- Price of Carolina Dog versus Price of Chinese Crested
- Adopting the Carolina Dog versus Adopting the Chinese Crested
- Tolerates Being Alone: Carolina Dog versus Chinese Crested
- Do Carolina Dogs shed more than Chinese Cresteds?
- Which one drools more, the Carolina Dog or the Chinese Crested
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Carolina Dog or the Chinese Crested?
- Does the Carolina Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Chinese Crested?
- Do Carolina Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Chinese Cresteds?
- Can Carolina Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Carolina Dog vs. Chinese Crested
- Can Carolina Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Carolina Dog or the Chinese Crested?
- Are Carolina Dogs good family dogs? What about Chinese Cresteds?
- How Kid-friendly are Carolina Dogs and Chinese Cresteds?
- Is the Carolina Dog Easier to Train than the Chinese Crested?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Carolina Dog
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chinese Crested
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Carolina Dog versus Chinese Crested. Which One is a Better Pet?
Carolina Dog Versus Chinese Crested: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Carolina Dog and the Chinese Crested? 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 Carolina Dog and the Chinese Crested 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 Carolina Dog and the Chinese Crested.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Carolina Dog and the Chinese Crested 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 Carolina Dog and for the Chinese Crested. 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 Carolina Dog and the Chinese Crested.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Carolina Dog or the Chinese Crested.
Carolina Dog versus Chinese Crested: Overview
A very important difference between the Carolina Dog and the Chinese Crested is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Carolina Dog is a medium-sized dog while the Chinese Crested is a small-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Carolina Dog belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.
On the other hand, 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.
Carolina Dog versus Chinese Crested: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Carolina Dog to the Chinese Crested 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 Carolina Dog and the Chinese Crested
| Factor | Carolina Dog | Chinese Crested |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 14 years |
| Height | 18 to 20 inches at the shoulder | 11 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 33 to 55 pounds | Up to 12 pounds |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 12.0 years |
| Average Price | $500 | $1430 |
| Price Range | $500 – $500 | $1000 – $1600 |
| Temperament Score | 66.7 percent | 76.5 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Carolina Dog 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 Chinese Crested. 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 Carolina Dog is 73 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Chinese Crested is 87 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Chinese Crested is a better pet than the Carolina Dog. 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 Carolina Dog and the Chinese Crested so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Carolina Dog and the Chinese Crested
Below is a list of where the Carolina Dog and the Chinese Crested are most different:
The Similarities Between the Carolina Dog and the Chinese Crested
The Carolina Dog and the Chinese Crested are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Carolina Dog and the Chinese Crested are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Carolina Dog versus Chinese Crested
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Carolina Dog and the Chinese Crested.
Carolina Dogs weigh 33 to 55 pounds when fully grown. Carolina Dogs are 18 to 20 inches at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Chinese Cresteds weigh Up to 12 pounds when fully grown. Chinese Cresteds are 11 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Carolina Dog versus Chinese Crested
The lifespan of Carolina Dogs is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Carolina Dogs is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of Chinese Cresteds is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Chinese Cresteds is 12.0 years.
Carolina Dogs live longer than Chinese Cresteds.
Temperament of the Chinese Crested Versus the Carolina Dog
The Chinese Crested has a better temperament than the Carolina Dog.
This is because the temperament score for the Chinese Crested is 76.5 percent while the temperament score for the Carolina Dog is 66.7 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 66.7 percent, the Carolina Dog has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 76.5 percent, the Chinese Crested has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Carolina Dog and the Chinese Crested by measuring the temperaments of 3 Carolina Dogs and 34 Chinese Cresteds.
Price of Carolina Dog versus Price of Chinese Crested
The average price of the Carolina Dog puppy is $500. The price of the Carolina Dog typically ranges from $500 – $500. However, the price of a Carolina Dog can be as low as $500 and as high as $500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 6 Carolina Dog puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Chinese Crested puppy is $1430. The price of the Chinese Crested typically ranges from $1000 – $1600. However, the price of the Chinese Crested can be as low as $500 and as high as $4000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 157 Chinese Crested puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Chinese Crested is more expensive than the Carolina Dog.
| Carolina Dog | Chinese Crested | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $500 | $1430 |
| Price Range | $500 to $500 | $1000 to $1600 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Carolina Dog and Chinese Crested. For different price points, the charts show how many Carolina Dog puppies or how many Chinese Crested puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Carolina Dogs. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Chinese Cresteds
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Carolina Dog puppy or the Chinese Crested 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.
Adopting the Carolina Dog versus Adopting the Chinese Crested
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Carolina Dogs and many Chinese Cresteds are currently available for adoption.
These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.
Below is an adorable Male Carolina Dog named Bert that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Carolina Dogs like Bert on pefinder.com.
Also, like Carolina Dogs, Chinese Cresteds are also available for adoption. For example, Oliver (Pa) is a Male Chinese Crested that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Chinese Cresteds like Oliver (Pa) that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Ernie is the name of another Carolina Dog (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Roscoepermanent Foster is an adorable Male Chinese Crested on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Carolina Dogs and Chinese Cresteds that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Carolina Dog versus Chinese Crested
Carolina Dogs do not like to be left alone.
Chinese Cresteds do not like to be left alone.
Do Carolina Dogs shed more than Chinese Cresteds?
Carolina Dogs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Chinese Cresteds do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Carolina Dog or the Chinese Crested
Carolina Dogs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Chinese Cresteds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Carolina Dog or the Chinese Crested?
Carolina Dogs are very easy to groom.
Chinese Cresteds require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Carolina Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Chinese Crested?
Carolina Dogs 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.
Chinese Cresteds have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Carolina Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Chinese Cresteds?
Carolina Dogs are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Chinese Cresteds bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Carolina Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Cold Weather?
Carolina Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Chinese Cresteds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Carolina Dog vs. Chinese Crested
Carolina Dogs have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Chinese Cresteds do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Can Carolina Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Hot Weather?
Carolina Dogs can tolerate hot weather.
Chinese Cresteds can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Carolina Dog or the Chinese Crested?
Carolina Dogs get along very well with other dogs.
Chinese Cresteds get along very well with other dogs.
Are Carolina Dogs good family dogs? What about Chinese Cresteds?
Carolina Dogs are not affectionate with family. They are not good family dogs.
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Chinese Cresteds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Carolina Dogs and Chinese Cresteds?
Carolina Dogs get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Chinese Cresteds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Carolina Dog Easier to Train than the Chinese Crested?
Carolina Dogs are not easy to train.
Chinese Cresteds are very easy to train.
Is the Carolina Dog Better for Apartment Owners than the Chinese Crested?
Carolina Dogs do not adapt well to apartment living.
Chinese Cresteds adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Carolina Dog or the Chinese Crested?
Carolina Dogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Chinese Cresteds are OK for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Carolina Dog
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Carolina Dog 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 Carolina Dog:
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 Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Carolina Dog and how the Chinese Crested compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Carolina Dog and of the Chinese Crested to other breeds:
Carolina Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds
Carolina Dog versus Curly-Coated Retriever Carolina Dog versus Neapolitan Mastiff Carolina Dog versus Welsh Springer Spaniel Carolina Dog versus Bernese Mountain Dog Carolina Dog versus Vizsla Carolina Dog versus Treeing Walker Coonhound Carolina Dog versus Belgian Sheepdog Carolina Dog versus Chinese Crested Carolina Dog versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Carolina Dog versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever Carolina Dog versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Carolina Dog versus Manchester Terrier Carolina Dog versus Basenji Carolina Dog versus Mal Shi Carolina Dog versus Miniature Poodle Carolina Dog versus Pekingese Carolina Dog versus Black and Tan Coonhound Carolina Dog versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Carolina Dog versus Lhasa Apso Carolina Dog versus American Staffordshire Terrier Carolina Dog versus Komondor Carolina Dog versus Manchester Terrier Carolina Dog versus King Shepherd Carolina Dog versus English Setter Carolina Dog versus Canaan Dog
Chinese Crested Versus Other Dog Breeds
Chinese Crested versus Papillon Chinese Crested versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne Chinese Crested versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog Chinese Crested versus Standard Poodle Chinese Crested versus Xoloitzcuintli Chinese Crested versus Beagle Chinese Crested versus Bluetick Coonhound Chinese Crested versus Vizsla Chinese Crested versus American Staffordshire Terrier Chinese Crested versus Barbet Chinese Crested versus Black Mouth Cur Chinese Crested versus Fila Brasileiro Chinese Crested versus Stabyhoun Chinese Crested versus Frenchton Chinese Crested versus Shetland Sheepdog Chinese Crested versus Chihuahua Chinese Crested versus Belgian Sheepdog Chinese Crested versus Flat-Coated Retriever Chinese Crested versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle Chinese Crested versus Glen of Imaal Terrier Chinese Crested versus Manchester Terrier Chinese Crested versus Bergamasco Sheepdog Chinese Crested versus Toy Poodle Chinese Crested versus Affenhuahua Chinese Crested versus Black and Tan Coonhound
Conclusion: Carolina Dog versus Chinese Crested. 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 Carolina Dog and the Chinese Crested better suits you and your family.