Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Chinook Versus Harrier: Introduction
- Chinook versus Harrier: Overview
- Chinook versus Harrier: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chinook and the Harrier
- The Similarities Between the Chinook and the Harrier
- Size (Weight and Height) of Chinook versus Harrier
- Lifespan of Chinook versus Harrier
- The Popularity of Chinook versus Popularity of Harrier
- Health Problems of Chinook versus Health Problems of Harrier
- Tolerates Being Alone: Chinook versus Harrier
- Do Chinooks shed more than Harriers?
- Which one drools more, the Chinook or the Harrier
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinook or the Harrier?
- Does the Chinook Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Harrier?
- Do Chinooks Bark and Howl? What about Harriers?
- Can Chinooks Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Harriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Chinook vs. Harrier
- Can Chinooks Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Harriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chinook or the Harrier?
- Are Chinooks good family dogs? What about Harriers?
- How Kid-friendly are Chinooks and Harriers?
- Is the Chinook Easier to Train than the Harrier?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chinook
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Harrier
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Chinook versus Harrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
Chinook Versus Harrier: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chinook and the Harrier? 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 Harrier 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 Harrier.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chinook and the Harrier 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 Harrier. 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 Harrier.
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 Harrier.
Chinook versus Harrier: Overview
A very important difference between the Chinook and the Harrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Chinook is a large-sized dog while the Harrier 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 Harrier belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.
Chinook versus Harrier: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Chinook to the Harrier 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 Harrier
| Factor | Chinook | Harrier |
|---|---|---|
| Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 12 years |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Height | 21 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder | 19 to 21 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| 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 | No Data |
| Average Price | No Data | No Data |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 177 | 183 |
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 Harrier. 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 Harrier is 81 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Chinook is a better pet than the Harrier. 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 Harrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chinook and the Harrier
Below is a list of where the Chinook and the Harrier are most different:
The Similarities Between the Chinook and the Harrier
The Chinook and the Harrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chinook and the Harrier are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Chinook versus Harrier
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chinook and the Harrier.
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, Harriers weigh 45 to 60 pounds when fully grown. Harriers are 19 to 21 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Chinook versus Harrier
The lifespan of Chinooks is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Chinooks is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of Harriers is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Harriers is 11.0 years.
Chinooks live longer than Harriers.
The Popularity of Chinook versus Popularity of Harrier
Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).
The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Chinook and the Harrier over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Chinook is more popular with dog owners than the Harrier. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Chinook is 177 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Harrier is 183 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Chinook
Popularity of Harrier
| Year | Chinook Popularity Rank | Harrier Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 156 | 173 |
| 2014 | 171 | 181 |
| 2015 | 177 | 183 |
| 2016 | 175 | 186 |
| 2017 | 179 | 183 |
| 2018 | 190 | 189 |
| 2019 | 184 | 186 |
| 2020 | 186 | 190 |
Health Problems of Chinook versus Health Problems of Harrier
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.
Both the Chinook and the Harrier 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 Chinook is prone to more genetic health problems than the Harrier.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Chinook than for the Harrier.
3 health tests are recommended for Chinook while 2 tests are recommended for the Harrier.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Chinooks and in Harriers.
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.
Harrier Health Problems
Harriers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Harrier 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 Harrier puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Harrier 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 Harriers for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Harriers here.
More Discussions on Health Problems in Chinooks and Harriers
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 Harrier Breed is Hips problems.
This is because the Harrier ranks 76 out of 198 dog breeds for Hips problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 375 Harriers, 58 of them had Hips problems.
The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Harriers, and how common these diseases are in Harriers relative to other dog breeds, are given below:
The table below lists the common health problems in Chinook and in Harrier and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Chinook and the Harrier:
| Disease | Chinook Rank | Harrier Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Patella problems | 5 out of 145 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Hips problems | 63 out of 198 dog breeds | 76 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.
Tolerates Being Alone: Chinook versus Harrier
Chinooks do not like to be left alone.
Harriers can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Chinooks shed more than Harriers?
Chinooks shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Harriers shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Chinook or the Harrier
Chinooks do have a very low tendency to drool.
Harriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinook or the Harrier?
Chinooks require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Harriers are very easy to groom.
Does the Chinook Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Harrier?
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.
Harriers 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 Harriers?
Chinooks are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Harriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Chinooks Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Harriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Chinooks can very well tolerate cold weather.
Harriers can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Chinook vs. Harrier
Chinooks do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Harriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Chinooks Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Harriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Chinooks can tolerate hot weather.
Harriers can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chinook or the Harrier?
Chinooks get along very well with other dogs.
Harriers get along very well with other dogs.
Are Chinooks good family dogs? What about Harriers?
Chinooks are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Harriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Chinooks and Harriers?
Chinooks get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Harriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Chinook Easier to Train than the Harrier?
Chinooks are very easy to train.
Harriers are not easy to train.
Is the Chinook Better for Apartment Owners than the Harrier?
Chinooks adapt very well to apartment living.
Harriers do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chinook or the Harrier?
Chinooks are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Harriers are OK 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 Harrier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Harrier 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 Harrier:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Chinook and how the Harrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Chinook and of the Harrier to other breeds:
Chinook Versus Other Dog Breeds
Chinook versus Norwegian Lundehund Chinook versus Treeing Walker Coonhound Chinook versus Norwegian Buhund Chinook versus Beaglier Chinook versus Norwegian Lundehund Chinook versus Morkie Chinook versus Borzoi Chinook versus Chihuahua Chinook versus Spinone Italiano Chinook versus Belgian Sheepdog Chinook versus Cavapoo Chinook versus Finnish Spitz Chinook versus Bergamasco Sheepdog Chinook versus Mudi Chinook versus Bloodhound Chinook versus Morkie Chinook versus Pharaoh Hound Chinook versus Akbash Chinook versus German Wirehaired Pointer Chinook versus Morkie Chinook versus Goldador Chinook versus Swedish Vallhund Chinook versus Boerboel Chinook versus Boston Terrier
Harrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
Harrier versus English Cocker Spaniel Harrier versus Clumber Spaniel Harrier versus Irish Wolfhound Harrier versus Fila Brasileiro Harrier versus American Bulldog Harrier versus Brittany Harrier versus Norfolk Terrier Harrier versus Canaan Dog Harrier versus Bichon Frise Harrier versus Bluetick Coonhound Harrier versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog Harrier versus Lakeland Terrier Harrier versus Kerry Blue Terrier Harrier versus West Highland White Terrier Harrier versus Frenchton Harrier versus Bich Poo Harrier versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Harrier versus Gordon Setter Harrier versus Komondor Harrier versus Rhodesian Ridgeback Harrier versus Collie Harrier versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog Harrier versus Rottweiler Harrier versus Akita Chow Harrier versus Basset Hound
Conclusion: Chinook versus Harrier. 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 Harrier better suits you and your family.