Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Chinese Crested Versus Fila Brasileiro: Introduction
- Chinese Crested versus Fila Brasileiro: Overview
- Chinese Crested versus Fila Brasileiro: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chinese Crested and the Fila Brasileiro
- The Similarities Between the Chinese Crested and the Fila Brasileiro
- Size (Weight and Height) of Chinese Crested versus Fila Brasileiro
- Temperament of the Fila Brasileiro Versus the Chinese Crested
- Price of Chinese Crested versus Price of Fila Brasileiro
- Adopting the Chinese Crested versus Adopting the Fila Brasileiro
- Tolerates Being Alone: Chinese Crested versus Fila Brasileiro
- Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Fila Brasileiros Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Which one drools more, the Chinese Crested or the Fila Brasileiro
- Wanderlust Potential: Chinese Crested vs. Fila Brasileiro
- Do Chinese Cresteds shed more than Fila Brasileiros?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinese Crested or the Fila Brasileiro?
- Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Fila Brasileiros Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Does the Chinese Crested Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Fila Brasileiro?
- Do Chinese Cresteds Bark and Howl? What about Fila Brasileiros?
- Are Chinese Cresteds good family dogs? What about Fila Brasileiros?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chinese Crested or the Fila Brasileiro?
- Is the Chinese Crested Easier to Train than the Fila Brasileiro?
- How Kid-friendly are Chinese Cresteds and Fila Brasileiros?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chinese Crested
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Fila Brasileiro
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Chinese Crested versus Fila Brasileiro. Which One is a Better Pet?
Chinese Crested Versus Fila Brasileiro: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chinese Crested and the Fila Brasileiro? 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 Chinese Crested and the Fila Brasileiro 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 Chinese Crested and the Fila Brasileiro.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chinese Crested and the Fila Brasileiro 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 Chinese Crested and for the Fila Brasileiro. 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 Chinese Crested and the Fila Brasileiro.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Chinese Crested or the Fila Brasileiro
Chinese Crested versus Fila Brasileiro: Overview
A very important difference between the Chinese Crested and the Fila Brasileiro is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Chinese Crested is a small-sized dog while the Fila Brasileiro is a giant-sized dog.
Furthermore, 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.
On the other hand, the Fila Brasileiro 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.
Chinese Crested versus Fila Brasileiro: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Chinese Crested to the Fila Brasileiro 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 | Chinese Crested | Fila Brasileiro |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 14 years | 9 to 12 years |
| Height | 11 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder | 24 to 30 inches |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | Up to 12 pounds | 90 to 180 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 10.5 years |
| Average Price | $1430 | $1270 |
| Price Range | $1000 – $1600 | $1000 – $1400 |
| Temperament Score | 76.5 percent | 78.6 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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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 Chinese Crested 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 Fila Brasileiro. 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 Chinese Crested is 87 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Fila Brasileiro is 62 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Chinese Crested is a better pet than the Fila Brasileiro. 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 Chinese Crested and the Fila Brasileiro so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chinese Crested and the Fila Brasileiro
Below is a list of where the Chinese Crested and the Fila Brasileiro are most different:
The Similarities Between the Chinese Crested and the Fila Brasileiro
The Chinese Crested and the Fila Brasileiro are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chinese Crested and the Fila Brasileiro are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Chinese Crested versus Fila Brasileiro
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chinese Crested and the Fila Brasileiro.
Chinese Cresteds weigh Up to 12 pounds when fully grown. Chinese Cresteds are 11 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Fila Brasileiros weigh 90 to 180 pounds when fully grown. Fila Brasileiros are 24 to 30 inches when fully grown.
Temperament of the Fila Brasileiro Versus the Chinese Crested
The Fila Brasileiro has a better temperament than the Chinese Crested.
This is because the temperament score for the Fila Brasileiro is 78.6 percent while the temperament score for the Chinese Crested is 76.5 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 they 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 76.5 percent, the Chinese Crested has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 78.6 percent, the Fila Brasileiro has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Chinese Crested and the Fila Brasileiro by measuring the temperaments of 34 Chinese Cresteds and 14 Fila Brasileiros.
Price of Chinese Crested versus Price of Fila Brasileiro
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 a Chinese Crested can be as low as $500 and as high as $4000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 157 Chinese Crested puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Fila Brasileiro puppy is $1270. The price of the Fila Brasileiro typically ranges from $1000 – $1400. However, the price of a Fila Brasileiro can be as low as $1000 and as high as $1800. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 3 Fila Brasileiro puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Chinese Crested is more expensive than the Fila Brasileiro.
| Chinese Crested | Fila Brasileiro | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1430 | $1270 |
| Price Range | $1000 to $1600 | $1000 to $1400 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Chinese Crested and Fila Brasileiro. For different price points, the charts show how many Chinese Crested puppies or how many Fila Brasileiro puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Chinese Cresteds. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Fila Brasileiros
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Chinese Crested puppy or the Fila Brasileiro 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.
Adopting the Chinese Crested versus Adopting the Fila Brasileiro
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Chinese Cresteds and many Fila Brasileiros 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 Chinese Crested named Joe Dirt that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Chinese Cresteds like Joe Dirt on pefinder.com.
Also, like Chinese Cresteds, Fila Brasileiros are also available for adoption. For example, Maverick is a Male Fila Brasileiro that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Fila Brasileiros like Maverick that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Elton John is the name of another Chinese Crested (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
You can find more Chinese Cresteds and Fila Brasileiros that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Chinese Crested versus Fila Brasileiro
Chinese Cresteds do not like to be left alone.
Fila Brasileiros can be left alone only for a short time.
Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Fila Brasileiros Tolerate Cold Weather?
Chinese Cresteds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Fila Brasileiros cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Which one drools more, the Chinese Crested or the Fila Brasileiro
Chinese Cresteds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Fila Brasileiros drool moderately.
Wanderlust Potential: Chinese Crested vs. Fila Brasileiro
Chinese Cresteds do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Fila Brasileiros have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Do Chinese Cresteds shed more than Fila Brasileiros?
Chinese Cresteds do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Fila Brasileiros do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinese Crested or the Fila Brasileiro?
Chinese Cresteds require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Fila Brasileiros are very easy to groom.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chinese Crested or the Fila Brasileiro?
Chinese Cresteds are OK for new dog owners.
Fila Brasileiros are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Fila Brasileiros Tolerate Hot Weather?
Chinese Cresteds can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Fila Brasileiros can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Does the Chinese Crested Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Fila Brasileiro?
Chinese Cresteds have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Fila Brasileiros 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 Chinese Cresteds Bark and Howl? What about Fila Brasileiros?
Chinese Cresteds bark and howl, but not very much.
Fila Brasileiros bark and howl, but not very much.
Are Chinese Cresteds good family dogs? What about Fila Brasileiros?
Chinese Cresteds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Fila Brasileiros are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chinese Crested or the Fila Brasileiro?
Chinese Cresteds get along very well with other dogs.
Fila Brasileiros do not get along well with other dogs.
Is the Chinese Crested Easier to Train than the Fila Brasileiro?
Chinese Cresteds are very easy to train.
Fila Brasileiros are not easy to train.
Is the Chinese Crested Better for Apartment Owners than the Fila Brasileiro?
Chinese Cresteds adapt very well to apartment living.
Fila Brasileiros do not adapt well to apartment living.
How Kid-friendly are Chinese Cresteds and Fila Brasileiros?
Chinese Cresteds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Fila Brasileiros get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
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 Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Fila Brasileiro
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Fila Brasileiro 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 Fila Brasileiro:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Chinese Crested and how the Fila Brasileiro compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Chinese Crested and of the Fila Brasileiro to other breeds:
Chinese Crested Versus Other Dog Breeds
Chinese Crested versus Giant Schnauzer Chinese Crested versus Vizsla Chinese Crested versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Chinese Crested versus Sheepadoodle Chinese Crested versus Labrador Retriever Chinese Crested versus Portuguese Pointer Chinese Crested versus Chi-Poo Chinese Crested versus Lowchen Chinese Crested versus Puli Chinese Crested versus Cane Corso
Fila Brasileiro Versus Other Dog Breeds
Fila Brasileiro versus Cairn Terrier Fila Brasileiro versus Chinese Shar-Pei Fila Brasileiro versus Boxerdoodle Fila Brasileiro versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi Fila Brasileiro versus American Bulldog Fila Brasileiro versus Cesky Terrier Fila Brasileiro versus Curly-Coated Retriever Fila Brasileiro versus Irish Water Spaniel Fila Brasileiro versus Toy Poodle Fila Brasileiro versus Canaan Dog
Conclusion: Chinese Crested versus Fila Brasileiro. 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 Chinese Crested and the Fila Brasileiro better suits you and your family.