A Detailed Comparison of the Chinook and the Cockapoo.

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Chinook Versus Cockapoo: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chinook and the Cockapoo? 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 Chinook and the Cockapoo 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 Chinook and the Cockapoo.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chinook and the Cockapoo 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 Chinook and for the Cockapoo. 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 Chinook and the Cockapoo.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Chinook or the Cockapoo.

Chinook versus Cockapoo

Chinook versus Cockapoo: Overview

A very important difference between the Chinook and the Cockapoo is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Chinook is a large-sized dog while the Cockapoo is a small-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Chinook 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 Cockapoo belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.

Chinook versus Cockapoo: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Chinook to the Cockapoo 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 Chinook and the Cockapoo

Factor Chinook Cockapoo
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 5/5
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 12 to 15 years
Easy To Groom 2/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 3/5
Height 21 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder From under 10 to over 15 inches tall at the should
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 3/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 2/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
Easygoing 1/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 1/5 5/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Weight 55 to 70 pounds From under 6 to over 19 pounds
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 13.5 years
Price Range No Data $1500 – $2400
Average Price No Data $1980
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Clear By Parentage
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Chinook 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 Cockapoo. 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 Chinook is 87 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Cockapoo is 94 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Cockapoo is a better pet than the Chinook. So, you should get the Cockapoo!

    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 Chinook and the Cockapoo so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chinook and the Cockapoo

    Below is a list of where the Chinook and the Cockapoo are most different:

  • Chinooks are not the best dogs for new dog owners. However, Cockapoos are good for new dog owners.
  • Chinooks shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies. However, Cockapoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • The Similarities Between the Chinook and the Cockapoo

    The Chinook and the Cockapoo are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chinook and the Cockapoo are most similar:

  • Both the Chinook and the Cockapoo do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Chinook and the Cockapoo require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • Both the Chinook and the Cockapoo have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Chinook and the Cockapoo are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Chinook and the Cockapoo do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Chinook and the Cockapoo adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Chinook and the Cockapoo can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Chinook and the Cockapoo are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Chinook and the Cockapoo are very easy to train.
  • Both the Chinook and the Cockapoo are very playful.
  • Both the Chinook and the Cockapoo 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 Chinook and the Cockapoo can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Chinook and the Cockapoo are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Chinook and the Cockapoo get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Chinook and the Cockapoo get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Chinook and the Cockapoo are highly intelligent.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Chinook versus Cockapoo

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chinook and the Cockapoo.

    Chinooks weigh 55 to 70 pounds when fully grown. Chinooks are 21 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Cockapoos weigh From under 6 to over 19 pounds when fully grown. Cockapoos are From under 10 to over 15 inches tall at the should when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Chinook versus Cockapoo

    The lifespan of Chinooks is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Chinooks is 13.5 years.

    The lifespan of Cockapoos is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Cockapoos is 13.5 years.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Chinook versus Cockapoo

    Chinooks do not like to be left alone.

    Cockapoos can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Chinooks shed more than Cockapoos?

    Chinooks shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

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

    Which one drools more, the Chinook or the Cockapoo

    Chinooks do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Cockapoos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinook or the Cockapoo?

    Chinooks require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Cockapoos are moderately easy to groom.

    Does the Chinook Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Cockapoo?

    Chinooks 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.

    Cockapoos have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do Chinooks Bark and Howl? What about Cockapoos?

    Chinooks are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Cockapoos are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Can Chinooks Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Cockapoos Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Chinooks can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Cockapoos can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Chinook vs. Cockapoo

    Chinooks do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

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

    Can Chinooks Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Cockapoos Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Chinooks can tolerate hot weather.

    Cockapoos can tolerate hot weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chinook or the Cockapoo?

    Chinooks get along very well with other dogs.

    Cockapoos get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Chinooks good family dogs? What about Cockapoos?

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

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

    How Kid-friendly are Chinooks and Cockapoos?

    Chinooks get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Cockapoos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Chinook Easier to Train than the Cockapoo?

    Chinooks are very easy to train.

    Cockapoos are very easy to train.

    Is the Chinook Better for Apartment Owners than the Cockapoo?

    Chinooks adapt very well to apartment living.

    Cockapoos adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chinook or the Cockapoo?

    Chinooks are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Cockapoos are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chinook

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

  • Keeshond (76 percent match with Chinook). Here is our comparison of the Cockapoo vs Keeshond.
  • King Shepherd (75 percent match with Chinook). Here is our comparison of the Cockapoo vs King Shepherd.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cockapoo

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

  • Cavapoo (81 percent match with Cockapoo). Here is our comparison of the Chinook vs Cavapoo.
  • Havanese (78 percent match with Cockapoo). Here is our comparison of the Chinook vs Havanese.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Chinook and how the Cockapoo compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Chinook and of the Cockapoo to other breeds:

    Chinook Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Chinook versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen     Chinook versus English Springer Spaniel     Chinook versus Puggle     Chinook versus Bolognese     Chinook versus Shiloh Shepherd     Chinook versus Tibetan Terrier     Chinook versus Akita Chow     Chinook versus Belgian Tervuren     Chinook versus Pomeranian     Chinook versus Kerry Blue Terrier     Chinook versus Chorkie     Chinook versus Boxer     Chinook versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog     Chinook versus Havanese     Chinook versus American Bulldog     Chinook versus Labrador Retriever     Chinook versus Labrador Retriever     Chinook versus Shetland Sheepdog     Chinook versus Xoloitzcuintli     Chinook versus Chow Chow     Chinook versus Cesky Terrier     Chinook versus Braque du Bourbonnais     Chinook versus Welsh Springer Spaniel     Chinook versus Tibetan Terrier     Chinook versus Pekingese     

    Cockapoo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Cockapoo versus Irish Setter     Cockapoo versus Komondor     Cockapoo versus Flat-Coated Retriever     Cockapoo versus Kuvasz     Cockapoo versus Spinone Italiano     Cockapoo versus Affenpinscher     Cockapoo versus Spanish Mastiff     Cockapoo versus Dogo Argentino     Cockapoo versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog     Cockapoo versus Italian Greyhound     Cockapoo versus English Springer Spaniel     Cockapoo versus Borzoi     Cockapoo versus Silky Terrier     Cockapoo versus Peek A Poo     Cockapoo versus Schnoodle     Cockapoo versus Shetland Sheepdog     Cockapoo versus American Staffordshire Terrier     Cockapoo versus Mudi     Cockapoo versus Sheepadoodle     Cockapoo versus Curly-Coated Retriever     Cockapoo versus French Spaniel     Cockapoo versus Flat-Coated Retriever     Cockapoo versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog     Cockapoo versus Lakeland Terrier     Cockapoo versus Dutch Shepherd     

    Conclusion: Chinook versus Cockapoo. 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 Chinook and the Cockapoo better suits you and your family.