Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Chinese Crested Versus Papipoo: Introduction
- Chinese Crested versus Papipoo: Overview
- Chinese Crested versus Papipoo: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chinese Crested and the Papipoo
- The Similarities Between the Chinese Crested and the Papipoo
- Size (Weight and Height) of Chinese Crested versus Papipoo
- Lifespan of Chinese Crested versus Papipoo
- Price of Chinese Crested versus Price of Papipoo
- Tolerates Being Alone: Chinese Crested versus Papipoo
- Do Chinese Cresteds shed more than Papipoos?
- Which one drools more, the Chinese Crested or the Papipoo
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinese Crested or the Papipoo?
- Does the Chinese Crested Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Papipoo?
- Do Chinese Cresteds Bark and Howl? What about Papipoos?
- Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Papipoos Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Chinese Crested vs. Papipoo
- Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Papipoos Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chinese Crested or the Papipoo?
- Are Chinese Cresteds good family dogs? What about Papipoos?
- How Kid-friendly are Chinese Cresteds and Papipoos?
- Is the Chinese Crested Easier to Train than the Papipoo?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chinese Crested
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Papipoo
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Chinese Crested versus Papipoo. Which One is a Better Pet?
Chinese Crested Versus Papipoo: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chinese Crested and the Papipoo? 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 Chinese Crested and the Papipoo 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 Papipoo.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chinese Crested and the Papipoo 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 Papipoo. 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 Chinese Crested and the Papipoo.
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 Papipoo.
Chinese Crested versus Papipoo: Overview
A very important difference between the Chinese Crested and the Papipoo is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Chinese Crested is a small-sized dog while the Papipoo is a tiny-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 Papipoo belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
Chinese Crested versus Papipoo: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Chinese Crested to the Papipoo 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 Chinese Crested and the Papipoo
| Factor | Chinese Crested | Papipoo |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 14 years | 10 to 14 years |
| Height | 11 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder | 10 to 11 inches |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | Up to 12 pounds | 6 to 14 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 12.0 years |
| Average Price | $1430 | $1500 |
| Price Range | $1000 – $1600 | $1500 – $1500 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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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 Papipoo. 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 Chinese Crested is 87 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Papipoo is 87 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Papipoo is not better or worse than the Chinese Crested. So, you can get the Papipoo or 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 Papipoo 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 Papipoo
Below is a list of where the Chinese Crested and the Papipoo are most different:
The Similarities Between the Chinese Crested and the Papipoo
The Chinese Crested and the Papipoo are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chinese Crested and the Papipoo are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Chinese Crested versus Papipoo
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chinese Crested and the Papipoo.
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, Papipoos weigh 6 to 14 pounds when fully grown. Papipoos are 10 to 11 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Chinese Crested versus Papipoo
The lifespan of Chinese Cresteds is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Chinese Cresteds is 12.0 years.
The lifespan of Papipoos is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Papipoos is 12.0 years.
Price of Chinese Crested versus Price of Papipoo
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 Papipoo puppy is $1500. The price of the Papipoo typically ranges from $1500 – $1500. However, the price of the Papipoo can be as low as $1500 and as high as $1500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 1 Papipoo puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Papipoo is more expensive than the Chinese Crested.
| Chinese Crested | Papipoo | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1430 | $1500 |
| Price Range | $1000 to $1600 | $1500 to $1500 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Chinese Crested and Papipoo. For different price points, the charts show how many Chinese Crested puppies or how many Papipoo 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 Papipoos
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Chinese Crested puppy or the Papipoo 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.
Tolerates Being Alone: Chinese Crested versus Papipoo
Chinese Cresteds do not like to be left alone.
Papipoos do not like to be left alone.
Do Chinese Cresteds shed more than Papipoos?
Chinese Cresteds do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Papipoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Chinese Crested or the Papipoo
Chinese Cresteds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Papipoos do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinese Crested or the Papipoo?
Chinese Cresteds require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Papipoos require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Chinese Crested Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Papipoo?
Chinese Cresteds have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Papipoos have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Chinese Cresteds Bark and Howl? What about Papipoos?
Chinese Cresteds bark and howl, but not very much.
Papipoos are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Papipoos Tolerate Cold Weather?
Chinese Cresteds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Papipoos cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Chinese Crested vs. Papipoo
Chinese Cresteds do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Papipoos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Papipoos Tolerate Hot Weather?
Chinese Cresteds can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Papipoos can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chinese Crested or the Papipoo?
Chinese Cresteds get along very well with other dogs.
Papipoos get along very well with other dogs.
Are Chinese Cresteds good family dogs? What about Papipoos?
Chinese Cresteds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Papipoos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Chinese Cresteds and Papipoos?
Chinese Cresteds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Papipoos get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Chinese Crested Easier to Train than the Papipoo?
Chinese Cresteds are very easy to train.
Papipoos are very easy to train.
Is the Chinese Crested Better for Apartment Owners than the Papipoo?
Chinese Cresteds adapt very well to apartment living.
Papipoos adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chinese Crested or the Papipoo?
Chinese Cresteds are OK for new dog owners.
Papipoos are very good for new dog owners.
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 Papipoo
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Papipoo 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 Papipoo:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Chinese Crested and how the Papipoo compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Chinese Crested and of the Papipoo to other breeds:
Chinese Crested Versus Other Dog Breeds
Chinese Crested versus Norwegian Lundehund Chinese Crested versus Pomsky Chinese Crested versus Cane Corso Chinese Crested versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne Chinese Crested versus Puli Chinese Crested versus Bull Terrier Chinese Crested versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde Chinese Crested versus Field Spaniel Chinese Crested versus Bloodhound Chinese Crested versus Vizsla Chinese Crested versus Belgian Malinois Chinese Crested versus Mastiff Chinese Crested versus Boston Terrier Chinese Crested versus Tibetan Spaniel Chinese Crested versus Affenhuahua Chinese Crested versus Black Mouth Cur Chinese Crested versus American Bulldog Chinese Crested versus Bullmastiff Chinese Crested versus Newfoundland Chinese Crested versus American Foxhound Chinese Crested versus Norwegian Lundehund Chinese Crested versus Akita Chinese Crested versus German Shorthaired Pointer Chinese Crested versus Redbone Coonhound Chinese Crested versus Shiba Inu
Papipoo Versus Other Dog Breeds
Papipoo versus Lhasapoo Papipoo versus Great Dane Papipoo versus Schipperke Papipoo versus Braque du Bourbonnais Papipoo versus Lhasa Apso Papipoo versus Plott Papipoo versus Black Russian Terrier Papipoo versus Shihpoo Papipoo versus Kai Ken Papipoo versus Shetland Sheepdog Papipoo versus Westiepoo Papipoo versus Brussels Griffon Papipoo versus Spanish Mastiff Papipoo versus Finnish Spitz Papipoo versus Estrela Mountain Dog Papipoo versus Australian Cattle Dog Papipoo versus Bulldog Papipoo versus Skye Terrier Papipoo versus Barbet Papipoo versus American Staffordshire Terrier Papipoo versus English Springer Spaniel Papipoo versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog Papipoo versus Barbet Papipoo versus Jack Russell Terrier Papipoo versus German Pinscher
Conclusion: Chinese Crested versus Papipoo. 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 Papipoo better suits you and your family.