Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Chinook Versus Goldador: Introduction
- Chinook versus Goldador: Overview
- Chinook versus Goldador: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chinook and the Goldador
- The Similarities Between the Chinook and the Goldador
- Size (Weight and Height) of Chinook versus Goldador
- Lifespan of Chinook versus Goldador
- Tolerates Being Alone: Chinook versus Goldador
- Do Chinooks shed more than Goldadors?
- Which one drools more, the Chinook or the Goldador
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinook or the Goldador?
- Does the Chinook Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Goldador?
- Do Chinooks Bark and Howl? What about Goldadors?
- Can Chinooks Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Goldadors Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Chinook vs. Goldador
- Can Chinooks Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Goldadors Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chinook or the Goldador?
- Are Chinooks good family dogs? What about Goldadors?
- How Kid-friendly are Chinooks and Goldadors?
- Is the Chinook Easier to Train than the Goldador?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chinook
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Goldador
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Chinook versus Goldador. Which One is a Better Pet?
Chinook Versus Goldador: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chinook and the Goldador? 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 Goldador 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 Goldador.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chinook and the Goldador 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 Goldador. 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 Goldador.
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 Goldador.
Chinook versus Goldador: Overview
Both the Chinook and the Goldador are similar in size. The Chinook and the Goldador are both large-sized dogs.
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 Goldador belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.
Chinook versus Goldador: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Chinook to the Goldador 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 Goldador
Factor | Chinook | Goldador |
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Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 4/5 |
Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 4/5 |
Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 15 years |
Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Height | 21 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder | 22 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 4/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 1/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 1/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 1/5 |
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 5/5 |
General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Easy To Train | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Easygoing | 1/5 | 3/5 |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 1/5 | 3/5 |
Intelligence | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Weight | 55 to 70 pounds | 60 to 80 pounds |
Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 12.5 years |
Price Range | No Data | $900 – $1650 |
Average Price | No Data | $1320 |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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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 Goldador. 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 Goldador is 93 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Goldador is a better pet than the Chinook. So, you should get the Goldador!
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 Goldador so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chinook and the Goldador
Below is a list of where the Chinook and the Goldador are most different:
The Similarities Between the Chinook and the Goldador
The Chinook and the Goldador are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chinook and the Goldador are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Chinook versus Goldador
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chinook and the Goldador.
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, Goldadors weigh 60 to 80 pounds when fully grown. Goldadors are 22 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Chinook versus Goldador
The lifespan of Chinooks is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Chinooks is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of Goldadors is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Goldadors is 12.5 years.
Chinooks live longer than Goldadors.
Tolerates Being Alone: Chinook versus Goldador
Chinooks do not like to be left alone.
Goldadors can be left alone for some time without problems.
Do Chinooks shed more than Goldadors?
Chinooks shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Goldadors shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Chinook or the Goldador
Chinooks do have a very low tendency to drool.
Goldadors do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinook or the Goldador?
Chinooks require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Goldadors are very easy to groom.
Does the Chinook Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Goldador?
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.
Goldadors 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.
Do Chinooks Bark and Howl? What about Goldadors?
Chinooks are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Goldadors are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Chinooks Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Goldadors Tolerate Cold Weather?
Chinooks can very well tolerate cold weather.
Goldadors can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Chinook vs. Goldador
Chinooks do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Goldadors have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Chinooks Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Goldadors Tolerate Hot Weather?
Chinooks can tolerate hot weather.
Goldadors can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chinook or the Goldador?
Chinooks get along very well with other dogs.
Goldadors get along very well with other dogs.
Are Chinooks good family dogs? What about Goldadors?
Chinooks are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Goldadors are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Chinooks and Goldadors?
Chinooks get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Goldadors get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Chinook Easier to Train than the Goldador?
Chinooks are very easy to train.
Goldadors are very easy to train.
Is the Chinook Better for Apartment Owners than the Goldador?
Chinooks adapt very well to apartment living.
Goldadors do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chinook or the Goldador?
Chinooks are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Goldadors 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:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Goldador
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Goldador 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 Goldador:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Chinook and how the Goldador compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Chinook and of the Goldador to other breeds:
Chinook Versus Other Dog Breeds
Chinook versus German Shorthaired Pointer Chinook versus German Wirehaired Pointer Chinook versus Afghan Hound Chinook versus German Longhaired Pointer Chinook versus Chinese Shar-Pei Chinook versus French Bulldog Chinook versus Brussels Griffon Chinook versus Dogo Argentino Chinook versus Portuguese Water Dog Chinook versus Cairn Terrier Chinook versus Rottweiler Chinook versus English Setter Chinook versus Goldador Chinook versus Chihuahua Chinook versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever Chinook versus Boxer Chinook versus Bull Terrier Chinook versus Schnoodle Chinook versus Treeing Walker Coonhound Chinook versus Mal Shi Chinook versus Australian Cattle Dog Chinook versus Chihuahua Chinook versus Treeing Walker Coonhound Chinook versus Biewer Terrier Chinook versus Toy Poodle
Goldador Versus Other Dog Breeds
Goldador versus Vizsla Goldador versus Maremma Sheepdog Goldador versus Bulldog Goldador versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Goldador versus Cockalier Goldador versus Pyredoodle Goldador versus American Eskimo Dog Goldador versus Akbash Goldador versus Pomsky Goldador versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog Goldador versus Mountain Cur Goldador versus Bernedoodle Goldador versus Labrador Retriever Goldador versus Bergamasco Sheepdog Goldador versus Golden Cocker Retriever Goldador versus Finnish Spitz Goldador versus Field Spaniel Goldador versus Sloughi Goldador versus Kooikerhondje Goldador versus Shichon Goldador versus German Shepherd Dog Goldador versus Bergamasco Sheepdog Goldador versus Gordon Setter Goldador versus Norwegian Lundehund Goldador versus Cockalier
Conclusion: Chinook versus Goldador. 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 Goldador better suits you and your family.