Breed Comparison: Cavapoo Versus Chinook

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Cavapoo versus Chinook

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Cavapoo Versus Chinook: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Cavapoo and the Chinook? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Cavapoo and the Chinook 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 Cavapoo and the Chinook.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cavapoo and the Chinook 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 Cavapoo and for the Chinook. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Cavapoo and the Chinook.

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

Cavapoo versus Chinook: Overview

A very important difference between the Cavapoo and the Chinook is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Cavapoo is a small-sized dog while the Chinook is a large-sized dog.

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

On the other hand, the Chinook belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.

Cavapoo versus Chinook: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Cavapoo to the Chinook 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.

Factor Cavapoo Chinook
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 12 to 15 years
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 1/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 1/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 3/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 3/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 1/5
Easygoing 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 2/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Height 9 to 14 inches 21 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder
Weight 9 to 25 pounds 55 to 70 pounds
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 13.5 years
Average Price $2430 No Data
Price Range $1500 – $2925 No Data
Temperament Score 77.8 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Clear By Parentage
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
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    *Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Cavapoo 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 Chinook. 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 a Cavapoo is 89 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Chinook is 87 out of 125.

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

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

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cavapoo and the Chinook

    Below is a list of where the Cavapoo and the Chinook are most different:

  • Cavapoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies. However, Chinooks shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    • The Similarities Between the Cavapoo and the Chinook

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

  • Both the Cavapoo and the Chinook do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Chinook do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Chinook are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Chinook do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Chinook can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Chinook get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Chinook are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Chinook gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Chinook are very easy to train.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Chinook are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Chinook are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Chinook get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Chinook are very playful.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Cavapoo versus Chinook

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Cavapoo and the Chinook.

    Cavapoos weigh 9 to 25 pounds when fully grown. Cavapoos are 9 to 14 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Chinooks weigh 55 to 70 pounds when fully grown. Chinooks are 21 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Which one drools more, the Cavapoo or the Chinook

    Cavapoos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Chinooks do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Cavapoo versus Chinook

    Cavapoos do not like to be left alone.

    Chinooks do not like to be left alone.

    Do Cavapoos shed more than Chinooks?

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

    Chinooks shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Do Cavapoos Bark and Howl? What about Chinooks?

    Cavapoos are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Chinooks are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Is the Cavapoo Better for Apartment Owners than the Chinook?

    Cavapoos adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Chinooks adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Cavapoo or the Chinook?

    Cavapoos are OK for new dog owners.

    Chinooks are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Can Cavapoos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Chinooks Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Cavapoos can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Chinooks can tolerate hot weather.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Cavapoo or the Chinook?

    Cavapoos are moderately easy to groom.

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

    Does the Cavapoo Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Chinook?

    Cavapoos have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Chinooks 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.

    Wanderlust Potential: Cavapoo vs. Chinook

    Cavapoos have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

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

    Can Cavapoos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Chinooks Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Cavapoos can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Chinooks can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cavapoo or the Chinook?

    Cavapoos get along very well with other dogs.

    Chinooks get along very well with other dogs.

    Is the Cavapoo Easier to Train than the Chinook?

    Cavapoos are very easy to train.

    Chinooks are very easy to train.

    Are Cavapoos good family dogs? What about Chinooks?

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

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

    How Kid-friendly are Cavapoos and Chinooks?

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

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

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cavapoo

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Cavapoo 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 Cavapoo:

  • Bernedoodle (82 percent match with Cavapoo). Here is our comparison of the Chinook vs Bernedoodle.
  • Cockapoo (81 percent match with Cavapoo). Here is our comparison of the Chinook vs Cockapoo.
  • Cockalier (80 percent match with Cavapoo). Here is our comparison of the Chinook vs Cockalier.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chinook

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Chinook 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 Chinook:

  • Keeshond (76 percent match with Chinook). Here is our comparison of the Cavapoo vs Keeshond.
  • King Shepherd (75 percent match with Chinook). Here is our comparison of the Cavapoo vs King Shepherd.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Cavapoo and how the Chinook compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Cavapoo and of the Chinook to other breeds:

    Cavapoo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Cavapoo versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Cavapoo versus Valley Bulldog     Cavapoo versus Sussex Spaniel     Cavapoo versus Bichon Frise     Cavapoo versus Whippet     Cavapoo versus Boxerdoodle     Cavapoo versus Skye Terrier     Cavapoo versus Lakeland Terrier     Cavapoo versus Mudi     Cavapoo versus Yorkshire Terrier     

    Chinook Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Chinook versus Mal Shi     Chinook versus Morkie     Chinook versus Cavachon     Chinook versus Doberman Pinscher     Chinook versus Pyrenean Mastiff     Chinook versus Pug     Chinook versus Chinese Crested     Chinook versus Miniature Pinscher     Chinook versus Spanish Mastiff     Chinook versus Cavachon     

    Conclusion: Cavapoo versus Chinook. 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 Cavapoo and the Chinook better suits you and your family.