Is the Chi-Poo Better than the Curly-Coated Retriever as a Pet? Answer…

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Chi-Poo Versus Curly-Coated Retriever: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chi-Poo and the Curly-Coated Retriever? 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 Chi-Poo and the Curly-Coated Retriever 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 Chi-Poo and the Curly-Coated Retriever.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chi-Poo and the Curly-Coated Retriever 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 Chi-Poo and for the Curly-Coated Retriever. 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 Chi-Poo and the Curly-Coated Retriever.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Chi-Poo or the Curly-Coated Retriever

Chi-Poo versus Curly-Coated Retriever: Overview

A very important difference between the Chi-Poo and the Curly-Coated Retriever is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Chi-Poo is a small-sized dog while the Curly-Coated Retriever is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Chi-Poo belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

On the other hand, the Curly-Coated Retriever belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.

Chi-Poo versus Curly-Coated Retriever: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Chi-Poo to the Curly-Coated Retriever 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 Chi-Poo Curly-Coated Retriever
Does NOT Drool 5/5 4/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 9 to 12 years
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 3/5
General Health 2/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 4/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 1/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 1/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Being Alone 4/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 3/5
Easygoing 1/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Easy To Train 5/5 4/5
Intelligence 5/5 5/5
Height 5 to 15 inches 1 foot, 11 inches to 2 feet, 3 inches tall at the
Weight 5 to 20 pounds 65 to 100 pounds
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 10.5 years
Average Price $1120 No Data
Price Range $800 – $1500 No Data
Temperament Score 91.7 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Cord-1 PRA
  • EIC (Exercise Induced Collapse)
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • GSD IIIa
  • 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 Chi-Poo 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 Curly-Coated Retriever. 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 Chi-Poo is 90 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Curly-Coated Retriever is 77 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Chi-Poo is a better pet than the Curly-Coated Retriever. So, you should get the Chi-Poo!

    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 Chi-Poo and the Curly-Coated Retriever so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chi-Poo and the Curly-Coated Retriever

    Below is a list of where the Chi-Poo and the Curly-Coated Retriever are most different:

  • Chi-Poos adapt well to apartment living. However, Curly-Coated Retrievers do not adapt well to apartment living.

    • The Similarities Between the Chi-Poo and the Curly-Coated Retriever

    The Chi-Poo and the Curly-Coated Retriever are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chi-Poo and the Curly-Coated Retriever are most similar:

  • Both the Chi-Poo and the Curly-Coated Retriever do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Chi-Poo and the Curly-Coated Retriever do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Chi-Poo and the Curly-Coated Retriever have the tendency to develop certain health problems.
  • Both the Chi-Poo and the Curly-Coated Retriever do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
  • Both the Chi-Poo and the Curly-Coated Retriever can be left alone for some time without problems.
  • Both the Chi-Poo and the Curly-Coated Retriever are very playful.
  • Both the Chi-Poo and the Curly-Coated Retriever are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Chi-Poo and the Curly-Coated Retriever get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Chi-Poo and the Curly-Coated Retriever are very easy to train.
  • Both the Chi-Poo and the Curly-Coated Retriever are highly intelligent.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Chi-Poo versus Curly-Coated Retriever

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chi-Poo and the Curly-Coated Retriever.

    Chi-Poos weigh 5 to 20 pounds when fully grown. Chi-Poos are 5 to 15 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Curly-Coated Retrievers weigh 65 to 100 pounds when fully grown. Curly-Coated Retrievers are 1 foot, 11 inches to 2 feet, 3 inches tall at the when fully grown.

    Which one drools more, the Chi-Poo or the Curly-Coated Retriever

    Chi-Poos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Curly-Coated Retrievers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Can Chi-Poos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Curly-Coated Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Chi-Poos cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Curly-Coated Retrievers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Do Chi-Poos shed more than Curly-Coated Retrievers?

    Chi-Poos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Curly-Coated Retrievers shed moderately.

    Can Chi-Poos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Curly-Coated Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Chi-Poos can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Curly-Coated Retrievers can tolerate hot weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chi-Poo or the Curly-Coated Retriever?

    Chi-Poos get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Curly-Coated Retrievers get along very well with other dogs.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Chi-Poo or the Curly-Coated Retriever?

    Chi-Poos are moderately easy to groom.

    Curly-Coated Retrievers are moderately easy to groom.

    Does the Chi-Poo Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Curly-Coated Retriever?

    Chi-Poos have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Curly-Coated Retrievers 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.

    Do Chi-Poos Bark and Howl? What about Curly-Coated Retrievers?

    Chi-Poos bark and howl, but not very much.

    Curly-Coated Retrievers bark and howl, but not very much.

    Wanderlust Potential: Chi-Poo vs. Curly-Coated Retriever

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

    Curly-Coated Retrievers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Chi-Poo versus Curly-Coated Retriever

    Chi-Poos can be left alone for some time without problems.

    Curly-Coated Retrievers can be left alone only for a short time.

    Is the Chi-Poo Better for Apartment Owners than the Curly-Coated Retriever?

    Chi-Poos adapt very well to apartment living.

    Curly-Coated Retrievers do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chi-Poo or the Curly-Coated Retriever?

    Chi-Poos are very good for new dog owners.

    Curly-Coated Retrievers are OK for new dog owners.

    Are Chi-Poos good family dogs? What about Curly-Coated Retrievers?

    Chi-Poos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Curly-Coated Retrievers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Chi-Poos and Curly-Coated Retrievers?

    Chi-Poos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Curly-Coated Retrievers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Chi-Poo Easier to Train than the Curly-Coated Retriever?

    Chi-Poos are very easy to train.

    Curly-Coated Retrievers are very easy to train.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chi-Poo

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Chi-Poo 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 Chi-Poo:

  • Cockapoo (77 percent match with Chi-Poo). Here is our comparison of the Curly-Coated Retriever vs Cockapoo.
  • Maltipoo (77 percent match with Chi-Poo). Here is our comparison of the Curly-Coated Retriever vs Maltipoo.
  • Yorkipoo (77 percent match with Chi-Poo). Here is our comparison of the Curly-Coated Retriever vs Yorkipoo.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Curly-Coated Retriever

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Curly-Coated Retriever 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 Curly-Coated Retriever:

  • Airedale Terrier (82 percent match with Curly-Coated Retriever). Here is our comparison of the Chi-Poo vs Airedale Terrier.
  • English Springer Spaniel (79 percent match with Curly-Coated Retriever). Here is our comparison of the Chi-Poo vs English Springer Spaniel.
  • Irish Setter (82 percent match with Curly-Coated Retriever). Here is our comparison of the Chi-Poo vs Irish Setter.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Chi-Poo and how the Curly-Coated Retriever compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Chi-Poo and of the Curly-Coated Retriever to other breeds:

    Chi-Poo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Chi-Poo versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Chi-Poo versus Harrier     Chi-Poo versus Jack Russell Terrier     Chi-Poo versus Treeing Walker Coonhound     Chi-Poo versus Australian Kelpie     Chi-Poo versus Standard Poodle     Chi-Poo versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne     Chi-Poo versus Dogo Argentino     Chi-Poo versus Rhodesian Ridgeback     

    Curly-Coated Retriever Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Curly-Coated Retriever versus American Eskimo Dog     Curly-Coated Retriever versus Biewer Terrier     Curly-Coated Retriever versus Afghan Hound     Curly-Coated Retriever versus Portuguese Water Dog     Curly-Coated Retriever versus French Bulldog     Curly-Coated Retriever versus Bordoodle     Curly-Coated Retriever versus German Pinscher     Curly-Coated Retriever versus Bouvier des Flandres     Curly-Coated Retriever versus French Spaniel     Curly-Coated Retriever versus Rhodesian Ridgeback     

    Conclusion: Chi-Poo versus Curly-Coated Retriever. 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 Chi-Poo and the Curly-Coated Retriever better suits you and your family.