A Detailed Comparison of the Central Asian Shepherd Dog and the Chorkie.

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Central Asian Shepherd Dog Versus Chorkie: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Central Asian Shepherd Dog and the Chorkie? 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 Central Asian Shepherd Dog 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 Central Asian Shepherd Dog and the Chorkie.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Central Asian Shepherd Dog 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 Central Asian Shepherd Dog 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 more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Central Asian Shepherd Dog 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 Central Asian Shepherd Dog or the Chorkie

Central Asian Shepherd Dog versus Chorkie: Overview

A very important difference between the Central Asian Shepherd Dog and the Chorkie is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Central Asian Shepherd Dog is a large-sized dog while the Chorkie is a tiny-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Central Asian Shepherd Dog 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.

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

Central Asian Shepherd Dog versus Chorkie: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Central Asian Shepherd Dog 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.

Factor Central Asian Shepherd Dog Chorkie
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 5/5 4/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 12 to 15 years
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 2/5
Easy To Train 2/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 2/5 5/5
Height 24 to 28 inches 6 to 9 inches
Affectionate With Family 3/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 3/5
Easygoing 2/5 1/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 4/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 1/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 3/5
General Health 5/5 3/5
Intelligence 5/5 3/5
Weight 88 to 110 pounds 8 to 15 pounds
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 13.5 years
Average Price $3490 $990
Price Range $2500 – $2700 $550 – $1200
Temperament Score 91.7 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data No Data

*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 Central Asian Shepherd 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 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 a Central Asian Shepherd Dog is 74 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Chorkie is 79 out of 125.

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

The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Central Asian Shepherd Dog and the Chorkie

Below is a list of where the Central Asian Shepherd Dog and the Chorkie are most different:

  • Central Asian Shepherd Dogs do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Chorkies adapt well to apartment living.
  • Central Asian Shepherd Dogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners. However, Chorkies are good for new dog owners.
  • Central Asian Shepherd Dogs not very playful. However, Chorkies are very playful.
  • Central Asian Shepherd Dogs can tolerate cold weather. However, Chorkies cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Central Asian Shepherd Dogs have a very high tendency to drool. However, Chorkies do not have the tendency to drool.

    • The Similarities Between the Central Asian Shepherd Dog and the Chorkie

    The Central Asian Shepherd Dog and the Chorkie are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Central Asian Shepherd Dog and the Chorkie are most similar:

  • Both the Central Asian Shepherd Dog and the Chorkie have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Central Asian Shepherd Dog and the Chorkie do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Central Asian Shepherd Dog and the Chorkie cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the Central Asian Shepherd Dog and the Chorkie are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Central Asian Shepherd Dog and the Chorkie are not easy to train.
  • Both the Central Asian Shepherd Dog and the Chorkie are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Central Asian Shepherd Dog 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 Central Asian Shepherd Dog 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 Central Asian Shepherd Dog and the Chorkie get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Central Asian Shepherd Dog and the Chorkie require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Central Asian Shepherd Dog versus Chorkie

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Central Asian Shepherd Dog and the Chorkie.

    Central Asian Shepherd Dogs weigh 88 to 110 pounds when fully grown. Central Asian Shepherd Dogs are 24 to 28 inches 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.

    Price of Central Asian Shepherd Dog versus Price of Chorkie

    The average price of the Central Asian Shepherd Dog puppy is $3490. The price of the Central Asian Shepherd Dog typically ranges from $2500 – $2700. However, the price of a Central Asian Shepherd Dog can be as low as $1000 and as high as $25000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 21 Central Asian Shepherd Dog puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Chorkie puppy is $990. The price of the Chorkie typically ranges from $550 – $1200. However, the price of a Chorkie can be as low as $200 and as high as $3500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 162 Chorkie puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Central Asian Shepherd Dog is more expensive than the Chorkie.

    Central Asian Shepherd Dog Chorkie
    Average Price $3490 $990
    Price Range $2500 to $2700 $550 to $1200

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Central Asian Shepherd Dogs. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Central Asian Shepherd Dogs. 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 Central Asian Shepherd Dog 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 from 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 one of those puppy mills that mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

    You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.

    Is the Central Asian Shepherd Dog Better for Apartment Owners than the Chorkie?

    Central Asian Shepherd Dogs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Chorkies adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Central Asian Shepherd Dog or the Chorkie?

    Central Asian Shepherd Dogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Chorkies are very good for new dog owners.

    Does the Central Asian Shepherd Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Chorkie?

    Central Asian Shepherd Dogs 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.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Central Asian Shepherd Dog versus Chorkie

    Central Asian Shepherd Dogs do not like to be left alone.

    Chorkies do not like to be left alone.

    Can Central Asian Shepherd Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Chorkies Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Central Asian Shepherd Dogs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

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

    Is the Central Asian Shepherd Dog Easier to Train than the Chorkie?

    Central Asian Shepherd Dogs are not easy to train.

    Chorkies are fairly easy to train.

    Wanderlust Potential: Central Asian Shepherd Dog vs. Chorkie

    Central Asian Shepherd Dogs 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.

    Are Central Asian Shepherd Dogs good family dogs? What about Chorkies?

    Central Asian Shepherd Dogs are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.

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

    How Kid-friendly are Central Asian Shepherd Dogs and Chorkies?

    Central Asian Shepherd Dogs get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

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

    Do Central Asian Shepherd Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Chorkies?

    Central Asian Shepherd Dogs bark and howl, but not very much.

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

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Central Asian Shepherd Dog or the Chorkie?

    Central Asian Shepherd Dogs get along very well with other dogs.

    Chorkies get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Do Central Asian Shepherd Dogs shed more than Chorkies?

    Central Asian Shepherd Dogs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

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

    Can Central Asian Shepherd Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Chorkies Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Central Asian Shepherd Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.

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

    Which one drools more, the Central Asian Shepherd Dog or the Chorkie

    Central Asian Shepherd Dogs have a very high tendency to drool.

    Chorkies do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Central Asian Shepherd Dog or the Chorkie?

    Central Asian Shepherd Dogs are very easy to groom.

    Chorkies are moderately easy to groom.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Central Asian Shepherd Dog

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Central Asian Shepherd 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 Central Asian Shepherd Dog:

  • Kuvasz (71 percent match with Central Asian Shepherd Dog). Here is our comparison of the Chorkie vs Kuvasz.
  • Maremma Sheepdog (75 percent match with Central Asian Shepherd Dog). Here is our comparison of the Chorkie vs Maremma Sheepdog.
  • Pyrenean Mastiff (74 percent match with Central Asian Shepherd Dog). Here is our comparison of the Chorkie vs Pyrenean Mastiff.
  • Boerboel (70 percent match with Central Asian Shepherd Dog). Here is our comparison of the Chorkie vs Boerboel.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chorkie

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

  • Maltese (79 percent match with Chorkie). Here is our comparison of the Central Asian Shepherd Dog vs Maltese.
  • Yorkshire Terrier (83 percent match with Chorkie). Here is our comparison of the Central Asian Shepherd Dog vs Yorkshire Terrier.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Central Asian Shepherd Dog and how the Chorkie compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Central Asian Shepherd Dog and of the Chorkie to other breeds:

    Central Asian Shepherd Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Central Asian Shepherd Dog versus Toy Poodle     Central Asian Shepherd Dog versus Komondor     Central Asian Shepherd Dog versus Glen of Imaal Terrier     Central Asian Shepherd Dog versus Bich Poo     Central Asian Shepherd Dog versus Swedish Vallhund     Central Asian Shepherd Dog versus Miniature Schnauzer     Central Asian Shepherd Dog versus Karelian Bear Dog     Central Asian Shepherd Dog versus Glen of Imaal Terrier     Central Asian Shepherd Dog versus English Cocker Spaniel     Central Asian Shepherd Dog versus Boston Terrier     

    Chorkie Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Chorkie versus Papillon     Chorkie versus English Springer Spaniel     Chorkie versus Kooikerhondje     Chorkie versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon     Chorkie versus Bolognese     Chorkie versus Patterdale Terrier     Chorkie versus Peek A Poo     Chorkie versus Clumber Spaniel     Chorkie versus Irish Setter     Chorkie versus Biewer Terrier     

    Conclusion: Central Asian Shepherd Dog 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 Central Asian Shepherd Dog and the Chorkie better suits you and your family.