Breed Comparison: Chinook Versus Fila Brasileiro

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Chinook versus Fila Brasileiro

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Chinook Versus Fila Brasileiro: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chinook 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 Chinook 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 Chinook 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 Chinook or the Fila Brasileiro

Chinook versus Fila Brasileiro: Overview

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

Furthermore, both the Chinook and the Fila Brasileiro are Working Dogs. This means both the Chinook and the Fila Brasileiro 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.

Chinook versus Fila Brasileiro: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Chinook 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 Chinook Fila Brasileiro
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 1/5
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 3/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 9 to 12 years
Easy To Groom 2/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 1/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 3/5
Height 21 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder 24 to 30 inches
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 1/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 2/5
Easygoing 1/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 1/5 4/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Weight 55 to 70 pounds 90 to 180 pounds
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 10.5 years
Price Range No Data $1000 – $1400
Average Price No Data $1270
Temperament Score 77.8 percent 78.6 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Clear By Parentage
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
    		•  No Data

    *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 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 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 Chinook 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 Chinook is a better pet than the Fila Brasileiro. So, you should get the Chinook!

    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 Fila Brasileiro so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chinook and the Fila Brasileiro

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

  • Chinooks have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets. However, Fila Brasileiros have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Chinooks adapt well to apartment living. However, Fila Brasileiros do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Chinooks are very friendly towards strangers. However, Fila Brasileiros are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Chinooks can tolerate cold weather. However, Fila Brasileiros cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Chinooks get along well with other dogs. However, Fila Brasileiros do not get along well with other dogs.
  • Chinooks shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies. However, Fila Brasileiros do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    • The Similarities Between the Chinook and the Fila Brasileiro

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

  • Both the Chinook and the Fila Brasileiro are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Chinook and the Fila Brasileiro are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Chinook and the Fila Brasileiro 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 Fila Brasileiro can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Chinook and the Fila Brasileiro are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Chinook and the Fila Brasileiro are highly intelligent.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Chinook versus Fila Brasileiro

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

    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, Fila Brasileiros weigh 90 to 180 pounds when fully grown. Fila Brasileiros are 24 to 30 inches when fully grown.

    Temperament of the Chinook Versus the Fila Brasileiro

    The Fila Brasileiro has a better temperament than the Chinook.

    This is because the temperament score for the Fila Brasileiro is 78.6 percent while the temperament score for the Chinook is 77.8 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 77.8 percent, the Chinook 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 Chinook and the Fila Brasileiro by measuring the temperaments of 9 Chinooks and 14 Fila Brasileiros.

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

    Chinooks are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Fila Brasileiros are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Chinook versus Fila Brasileiro

    Chinooks do not like to be left alone.

    Fila Brasileiros can be left alone only for a short time.

    Which one drools more, the Chinook or the Fila Brasileiro

    Chinooks do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Fila Brasileiros drool moderately.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinook or the Fila Brasileiro?

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

    Fila Brasileiros are very easy to groom.

    Does the Chinook Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Fila Brasileiro?

    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.

    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 Chinooks Bark and Howl? What about Fila Brasileiros?

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

    Fila Brasileiros bark and howl, but not very much.

    Wanderlust Potential: Chinook vs. Fila Brasileiro

    Chinooks 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.

    Is the Chinook Better for Apartment Owners than the Fila Brasileiro?

    Chinooks adapt very well to apartment living.

    Fila Brasileiros do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Can Chinooks Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Fila Brasileiros Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Chinooks can tolerate hot weather.

    Fila Brasileiros can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Is the Chinook Easier to Train than the Fila Brasileiro?

    Chinooks are very easy to train.

    Fila Brasileiros are not easy to train.

    Can Chinooks Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Fila Brasileiros Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Chinooks can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Fila Brasileiros cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Are Chinooks good family dogs? What about Fila Brasileiros?

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

    Fila Brasileiros are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Chinooks and Fila Brasileiros?

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

    Fila Brasileiros get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

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

    Chinooks get along very well with other dogs.

    Fila Brasileiros do not get along well with other dogs.

    Do Chinooks shed more than Fila Brasileiros?

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

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

    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 Fila Brasileiro vs Keeshond.
  • King Shepherd (75 percent match with Chinook). Here is our comparison of the Fila Brasileiro vs King Shepherd.

    • 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:

  • Afador (75 percent match with Fila Brasileiro). Here is our comparison of the Chinook vs Afador.
  • Cane Corso (76 percent match with Fila Brasileiro). Here is our comparison of the Chinook vs Cane Corso.
  • Dogo Argentino (80 percent match with Fila Brasileiro). Here is our comparison of the Chinook vs Dogo Argentino.
  • Boerboel (78 percent match with Fila Brasileiro). Here is our comparison of the Chinook vs Boerboel.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Chinook Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Chinook versus Cane Corso     Chinook versus Chow Chow     Chinook versus American Bulldog     Chinook versus Brittany     Chinook versus Collie     Chinook versus Bloodhound     Chinook versus Catahoula Leopard Dog     Chinook versus Afador     Chinook versus Maltipoo     Chinook versus Black Russian Terrier     

    Fila Brasileiro Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Fila Brasileiro versus English Setter     Fila Brasileiro versus Azawakh     Fila Brasileiro versus Canaan Dog     Fila Brasileiro versus Afghan Hound     Fila Brasileiro versus Boykin Spaniel     Fila Brasileiro versus Brussels Griffon     Fila Brasileiro versus Tibetan Mastiff     Fila Brasileiro versus Pyredoodle     Fila Brasileiro versus Japanese Spitz     Fila Brasileiro versus Ibizan Hound     

    Conclusion: Chinook 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 Chinook and the Fila Brasileiro better suits you and your family.