Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Chinook Versus French Spaniel: Introduction
- Chinook versus French Spaniel: Overview
- Chinook versus French Spaniel: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chinook and the French Spaniel
- The Similarities Between the Chinook and the French Spaniel
- Size (Weight and Height) of Chinook versus French Spaniel
- Health Problems of Chinook versus Health Problems of French Spaniel
- Tolerates Being Alone: Chinook versus French Spaniel
- Which one drools more, the Chinook or the French Spaniel
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinook or the French Spaniel?
- Does the Chinook Have a Higher Prey Drive than the French Spaniel?
- Do Chinooks Bark and Howl? What about French Spaniels?
- Wanderlust Potential: Chinook vs. French Spaniel
- Can Chinooks Tolerate Hot Weather? Can French Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Is the Chinook Easier to Train than the French Spaniel?
- Can Chinooks Tolerate Cold Weather? And can French Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Are Chinooks good family dogs? What about French Spaniels?
- How Kid-friendly are Chinooks and French Spaniels?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chinook or the French Spaniel?
- Do Chinooks shed more than French Spaniels?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chinook
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the French Spaniel
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Chinook versus French Spaniel. Which One is a Better Pet?
Chinook Versus French Spaniel: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chinook and the French Spaniel? 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 French Spaniel 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 French Spaniel.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chinook and the French Spaniel 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 French Spaniel. 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 French Spaniel.
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 French Spaniel
Chinook versus French Spaniel: Overview
A very important difference between the Chinook and the French Spaniel is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Chinook is a large-sized dog while the French Spaniel is a medium-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 French Spaniel belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.
Chinook versus French Spaniel: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Chinook to the French Spaniel 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 | French Spaniel |
|---|---|---|
| Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 12 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 | 4/5 |
| Height | 21 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder | 21 to 24 inches. |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| 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 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 55 to 70 pounds | 45 to 60 pounds. |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 11.0 years |
| Price Range | No Data | $3875 – $4625 |
| Average Price | No Data | $4250 |
| 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 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 French Spaniel. 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 French Spaniel is 85 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Chinook is a better pet than the French Spaniel. 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 French Spaniel so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chinook and the French Spaniel
Below is a list of where the Chinook and the French Spaniel are most different:
The Similarities Between the Chinook and the French Spaniel
The Chinook and the French Spaniel are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chinook and the French Spaniel are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Chinook versus French Spaniel
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chinook and the French Spaniel.
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, French Spaniels weigh 45 to 60 pounds. when fully grown. French Spaniels are 21 to 24 inches. when fully grown.
Health Problems of Chinook versus Health Problems of French Spaniel
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. Therefore, there is nothing like a perfect puppy.
Both the Chinook and the French Spaniel are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.
The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.
Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the French Spaniel is prone to the same number of genetic health problems as the Chinook.
3 health tests are recommended for Chinook while 3 tests are recommended for the French Spaniel.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Chinooks and in French Spaniels.
Chinook Health Problems
Chinooks are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Chinook puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Chinook puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Chinook breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Chinooks for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Chinooks here.
French Spaniel Health Problems
French Spaniels are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing French Spaniel puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a French Spaniel puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your French Spaniel breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen French Spaniels for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for French Spaniels here.
More Discussions on Health Problems in Chinooks and French Spaniels
Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Chinook Breed is Patella problems.
This is because the Chinook ranks 5 out of 145 dog breeds for Patella problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 52 Chinooks, 5 of them had Patella problems.
The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Chinooks, and how common these diseases are in Chinooks relative to other dog breeds, are given below:
Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the French Spaniel Breed is Hips problems.
This is because the French Spaniel ranks 125 out of 198 dog breeds for Hips problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 254 French Spaniels, 23 of them had Hips problems.
The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in French Spaniels, and how common these diseases are in French Spaniels relative to other dog breeds, are given below:
The table below lists the common health problems in Chinook and in French Spaniel and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Chinook and the French Spaniel:
| Disease | Chinook Rank | French Spaniel Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Patella problems | 5 out of 145 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Hips problems | 63 out of 198 dog breeds | 125 out of 198 dog breeds |
| Eyes problems | 82 out of 182 dog breeds | Not Common |
*To learn more about each of these diseases, go to OFA.org and search for the disease.
Again, most of these health problems can be prevented through health screening. Responsible breeders screen male and female dog parents for genetic problems. These breeders will only breed dogs that are free of genetic defects. That way, there is little or no chance that their puppies will grow up to have genetic health problems. Always ask a breeder for the list of health tests the breeder screens their dogs for before buying a puppy from such a breeder.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chinook or the French Spaniel?
Chinooks are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
French Spaniels are very good for new dog owners.
Tolerates Being Alone: Chinook versus French Spaniel
Chinooks do not like to be left alone.
French Spaniels can be left alone only for a short time.
Which one drools more, the Chinook or the French Spaniel
Chinooks do have a very low tendency to drool.
French Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinook or the French Spaniel?
Chinooks require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
French Spaniels are moderately easy to groom.
Does the Chinook Have a Higher Prey Drive than the French Spaniel?
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.
French Spaniels have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Chinooks Bark and Howl? What about French Spaniels?
Chinooks are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
French Spaniels are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Wanderlust Potential: Chinook vs. French Spaniel
Chinooks do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
French Spaniels do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Is the Chinook Better for Apartment Owners than the French Spaniel?
Chinooks adapt very well to apartment living.
French Spaniels do not adapt well to apartment living.
Can Chinooks Tolerate Hot Weather? Can French Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?
Chinooks can tolerate hot weather.
French Spaniels cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Is the Chinook Easier to Train than the French Spaniel?
Chinooks are very easy to train.
French Spaniels are very easy to train.
Can Chinooks Tolerate Cold Weather? And can French Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?
Chinooks can very well tolerate cold weather.
French Spaniels can very well tolerate cold weather.
Are Chinooks good family dogs? What about French Spaniels?
Chinooks are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
French Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Chinooks and French Spaniels?
Chinooks get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
French Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chinook or the French Spaniel?
Chinooks get along very well with other dogs.
French Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.
Do Chinooks shed more than French Spaniels?
Chinooks shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
French Spaniels shed moderately.
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:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the French Spaniel
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the French Spaniel 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 French Spaniel:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Chinook and how the French Spaniel compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Chinook and of the French Spaniel to other breeds:
Chinook Versus Other Dog Breeds
Chinook versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier Chinook versus Manchester Terrier Chinook versus Barbet Chinook versus Glen of Imaal Terrier Chinook versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi Chinook versus Cavachon Chinook versus Boykin Spaniel Chinook versus Airedale Terrier Chinook versus Portuguese Pointer Chinook versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier
French Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds
French Spaniel versus Standard Schnauzer French Spaniel versus Icelandic Sheepdog French Spaniel versus Sheepadoodle French Spaniel versus Bich Poo French Spaniel versus Mastiff French Spaniel versus Maremma Sheepdog French Spaniel versus Schnoodle French Spaniel versus Komondor French Spaniel versus Akbash French Spaniel versus Bernedoodle
Conclusion: Chinook versus French Spaniel. 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 French Spaniel better suits you and your family.