Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Chinese Crested Versus Patterdale Terrier: Introduction
- Chinese Crested versus Patterdale Terrier: Overview
- Chinese Crested versus Patterdale Terrier: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chinese Crested and the Patterdale Terrier
- The Similarities Between the Chinese Crested and the Patterdale Terrier
- Size (Weight and Height) of Chinese Crested versus Patterdale Terrier
- Lifespan of Chinese Crested versus Patterdale Terrier
- Temperament of the Chinese Crested Versus the Patterdale Terrier
- Price of Chinese Crested versus Price of Patterdale Terrier
- Tolerates Being Alone: Chinese Crested versus Patterdale Terrier
- Do Chinese Cresteds shed more than Patterdale Terriers?
- Which one drools more, the Chinese Crested or the Patterdale Terrier
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinese Crested or the Patterdale Terrier?
- Does the Chinese Crested Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Patterdale Terrier?
- Do Chinese Cresteds Bark and Howl? What about Patterdale Terriers?
- Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Patterdale Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Chinese Crested vs. Patterdale Terrier
- Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Patterdale Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chinese Crested or the Patterdale Terrier?
- Are Chinese Cresteds good family dogs? What about Patterdale Terriers?
- How Kid-friendly are Chinese Cresteds and Patterdale Terriers?
- Is the Chinese Crested Easier to Train than the Patterdale Terrier?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chinese Crested
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Patterdale Terrier
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Chinese Crested versus Patterdale Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
Chinese Crested Versus Patterdale Terrier: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chinese Crested and the Patterdale Terrier? 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 Patterdale Terrier 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 Patterdale Terrier.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chinese Crested and the Patterdale Terrier 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 Patterdale Terrier. 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 Patterdale Terrier.
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 Patterdale Terrier.
Chinese Crested versus Patterdale Terrier: Overview
Both the Chinese Crested and the Patterdale Terrier are similar in size. The Chinese Crested and the Patterdale Terrier are both small-sized dogs.
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 Patterdale Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.
Chinese Crested versus Patterdale Terrier: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Chinese Crested to the Patterdale Terrier 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 Patterdale Terrier
| Factor | Chinese Crested | Patterdale Terrier |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 14 years | 11 to 14 years |
| Height | 11 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder | 12 to 15 inches |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | Up to 12 pounds | 11 to 13 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 12.5 years |
| Average Price | $1430 | $680 |
| Price Range | $1000 – $1600 | $550 – $950 |
| Temperament Score | 76.5 percent | 80.0 percent |
| 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 Patterdale Terrier. 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 Patterdale Terrier is 77 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Chinese Crested is a better pet than the Patterdale Terrier. 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 Patterdale Terrier 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 Patterdale Terrier
Below is a list of where the Chinese Crested and the Patterdale Terrier are most different:
The Similarities Between the Chinese Crested and the Patterdale Terrier
The Chinese Crested and the Patterdale Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chinese Crested and the Patterdale Terrier are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Chinese Crested versus Patterdale Terrier
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chinese Crested and the Patterdale Terrier.
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, Patterdale Terriers weigh 11 to 13 pounds when fully grown. Patterdale Terriers are 12 to 15 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Chinese Crested versus Patterdale Terrier
The lifespan of Chinese Cresteds is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Chinese Cresteds is 12.0 years.
The lifespan of Patterdale Terriers is between 11 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Patterdale Terriers is 12.5 years.
Patterdale Terriers live longer than Chinese Cresteds.
Temperament of the Chinese Crested Versus the Patterdale Terrier
The Patterdale Terrier has a better temperament than the Chinese Crested.
This is because the temperament score for the Patterdale Terrier is 80.0 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 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 80.0 percent, the Patterdale Terrier has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Chinese Crested and the Patterdale Terrier by measuring the temperaments of 34 Chinese Cresteds and 5 Patterdale Terriers.
Price of Chinese Crested versus Price of Patterdale Terrier
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 Patterdale Terrier puppy is $680. The price of the Patterdale Terrier typically ranges from $550 – $950. However, the price of the Patterdale Terrier can be as low as $300 and as high as $1200. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 14 Patterdale Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Chinese Crested is more expensive than the Patterdale Terrier.
| Chinese Crested | Patterdale Terrier | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1430 | $680 |
| Price Range | $1000 to $1600 | $550 to $950 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Chinese Crested and Patterdale Terrier. For different price points, the charts show how many Chinese Crested puppies or how many Patterdale Terrier 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 Patterdale Terriers
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Chinese Crested puppy or the Patterdale Terrier 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 Patterdale Terrier
Chinese Cresteds do not like to be left alone.
Patterdale Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Do Chinese Cresteds shed more than Patterdale Terriers?
Chinese Cresteds do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Patterdale Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Chinese Crested or the Patterdale Terrier
Chinese Cresteds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Patterdale Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinese Crested or the Patterdale Terrier?
Chinese Cresteds require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Patterdale Terriers are very easy to groom.
Does the Chinese Crested Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Patterdale Terrier?
Chinese Cresteds have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Patterdale Terriers 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 Patterdale Terriers?
Chinese Cresteds bark and howl, but not very much.
Patterdale Terriers are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Patterdale Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Chinese Cresteds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Patterdale Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Chinese Crested vs. Patterdale Terrier
Chinese Cresteds do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Patterdale Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Patterdale Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Chinese Cresteds can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Patterdale Terriers can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chinese Crested or the Patterdale Terrier?
Chinese Cresteds get along very well with other dogs.
Patterdale Terriers get along very well with other dogs.
Are Chinese Cresteds good family dogs? What about Patterdale Terriers?
Chinese Cresteds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Patterdale Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Chinese Cresteds and Patterdale Terriers?
Chinese Cresteds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Patterdale Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Chinese Crested Easier to Train than the Patterdale Terrier?
Chinese Cresteds are very easy to train.
Patterdale Terriers are fairly easy to train.
Is the Chinese Crested Better for Apartment Owners than the Patterdale Terrier?
Chinese Cresteds adapt very well to apartment living.
Patterdale Terriers do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chinese Crested or the Patterdale Terrier?
Chinese Cresteds are OK for new dog owners.
Patterdale Terriers are not the best dogs 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 Patterdale Terrier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Patterdale Terrier 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 Patterdale Terrier:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Chinese Crested and how the Patterdale Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Chinese Crested and of the Patterdale Terrier to other breeds:
Chinese Crested Versus Other Dog Breeds
Chinese Crested versus Shiba Inu Chinese Crested versus Fila Brasileiro Chinese Crested versus Dogue de Bordeaux Chinese Crested versus Italian Greyhound Chinese Crested versus Affenpinscher Chinese Crested versus Collie Chinese Crested versus Skye Terrier Chinese Crested versus Briard Chinese Crested versus American Foxhound Chinese Crested versus German Shepherd Dog Chinese Crested versus Maltese Chinese Crested versus Tibetan Mastiff Chinese Crested versus American Hairless Terrier Chinese Crested versus Plott Chinese Crested versus Mudi Chinese Crested versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog Chinese Crested versus French Bulldog Chinese Crested versus Maltipoo Chinese Crested versus Black Mouth Cur Chinese Crested versus Plott Chinese Crested versus Braque du Bourbonnais Chinese Crested versus Boxer Chinese Crested versus Scottish Deerhound Chinese Crested versus Goldador Chinese Crested versus Silky Terrier
Patterdale Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
Patterdale Terrier versus Glen of Imaal Terrier Patterdale Terrier versus Neapolitan Mastiff Patterdale Terrier versus Coton de Tulear Patterdale Terrier versus Brussels Griffon Patterdale Terrier versus Portuguese Water Dog Patterdale Terrier versus Bichon Frise Patterdale Terrier versus Norwegian Buhund Patterdale Terrier versus Tibetan Terrier Patterdale Terrier versus Puli Patterdale Terrier versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog Patterdale Terrier versus Redbone Coonhound Patterdale Terrier versus Black and Tan Coonhound Patterdale Terrier versus Swedish Vallhund Patterdale Terrier versus Japanese Spitz Patterdale Terrier versus Afghan Hound Patterdale Terrier versus Weimaraner Patterdale Terrier versus Aussiedoodle Patterdale Terrier versus Maltese Patterdale Terrier versus Papillon Patterdale Terrier versus Yorkipoo Patterdale Terrier versus Shihpoo Patterdale Terrier versus Puli Patterdale Terrier versus Portuguese Water Dog Patterdale Terrier versus Mountain Cur Patterdale Terrier versus Puggle
Conclusion: Chinese Crested versus Patterdale Terrier. 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 Patterdale Terrier better suits you and your family.