Differences and Similarities between the Chinook and the Kooikerhondje.

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Chinook Versus Kooikerhondje: Introduction

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

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

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 Kooikerhondje.

Chinook versus Kooikerhondje

Chinook versus Kooikerhondje: Overview

A very important difference between the Chinook and the Kooikerhondje is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Chinook is a large-sized dog while the Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Chinook to the Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje

Factor Chinook Kooikerhondje
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 3/5
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 12 to 14 years
Easy To Groom 2/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 3/5
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 14 to 16 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 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 2/5
General Health 4/5 5/5
Easy To Train 4/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Easygoing 1/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 1/5 3/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Weight 55 to 70 pounds 20 to 25 pounds
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 13.0 years
Price Range No Data No Data
Average Price No Data No Data
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 Kooikerhondje. 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 Kooikerhondje is 70 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Chinook is a better pet than the Kooikerhondje. 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 Kooikerhondje so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chinook and the Kooikerhondje

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

  • Chinooks are very easy to train. However, Kooikerhondjes are not easy to train.
  • Chinooks get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly. However, Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
  • Chinooks get along well with other dogs. However, Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with other dogs.

    • The Similarities Between the Chinook and the Kooikerhondje

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

  • Both the Chinook and the Kooikerhondje do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Chinook and the Kooikerhondje do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Chinook and the Kooikerhondje require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • Both the Chinook and the Kooikerhondje have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Chinook and the Kooikerhondje are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Chinook and the Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Chinook and the Kooikerhondje can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Chinook and the Kooikerhondje are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Chinook and the Kooikerhondje are very playful.
  • Both the Chinook and the Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Chinook and the Kooikerhondje are highly intelligent.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Chinook versus Kooikerhondje

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

    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, Kooikerhondjes weigh 20 to 25 pounds when fully grown. Kooikerhondjes are 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Chinook versus Kooikerhondje

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

    The lifespan of Kooikerhondjes is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Kooikerhondjes is 13.0 years.

    Chinooks live longer than Kooikerhondjes.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Chinook versus Kooikerhondje

    Chinooks do not like to be left alone.

    Kooikerhondjes do not like to be left alone.

    Do Chinooks shed more than Kooikerhondjes?

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

    Kooikerhondjes shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Chinook or the Kooikerhondje

    Chinooks do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Kooikerhondjes do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

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

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

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

    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.

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

    Do Chinooks Bark and Howl? What about Kooikerhondjes?

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

    Kooikerhondjes bark and howl, but not very much.

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

    Chinooks can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Kooikerhondjes can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Chinook vs. Kooikerhondje

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

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

    Can Chinooks Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Kooikerhondjes Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Chinooks can tolerate hot weather.

    Kooikerhondjes can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

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

    Chinooks get along very well with other dogs.

    Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Chinooks good family dogs? What about Kooikerhondjes?

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

    Kooikerhondjes are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Chinooks and Kooikerhondjes?

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

    Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

    Is the Chinook Easier to Train than the Kooikerhondje?

    Chinooks are very easy to train.

    Kooikerhondjes are not easy to train.

    Is the Chinook Better for Apartment Owners than the Kooikerhondje?

    Chinooks adapt very well to apartment living.

    Kooikerhondjes adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Chinooks are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Kooikerhondjes 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:

  • Keeshond (76 percent match with Chinook). Here is our comparison of the Kooikerhondje vs Keeshond.
  • King Shepherd (75 percent match with Chinook). Here is our comparison of the Kooikerhondje vs King Shepherd.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Kooikerhondje

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

  • Lakeland Terrier (75 percent match with Kooikerhondje). Here is our comparison of the Chinook vs Lakeland Terrier.
  • Lhasapoo (75 percent match with Kooikerhondje). Here is our comparison of the Chinook vs Lhasapoo.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Chinook Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Chinook versus Chi-Poo     Chinook versus Greyhound     Chinook versus Pharaoh Hound     Chinook versus Golden Retriever     Chinook versus Carolina Dog     Chinook versus Border Collie     Chinook versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi     Chinook versus Pomchi     Chinook versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Chinook versus Dalmatian     Chinook versus Mudi     Chinook versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     Chinook versus Maltipoo     Chinook versus Dalmatian     Chinook versus Bluetick Coonhound     Chinook versus Tibetan Terrier     Chinook versus Briard     Chinook versus Chinese Shar-Pei     Chinook versus Carolina Dog     Chinook versus Curly-Coated Retriever     Chinook versus Ibizan Hound     Chinook versus Pointer     Chinook versus Jack Russell Terrier     Chinook versus Pomchi     Chinook versus Carolina Dog     

    Kooikerhondje Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Kooikerhondje versus Plott     Kooikerhondje versus Cavachon     Kooikerhondje versus Saint Bernard     Kooikerhondje versus Keeshond     Kooikerhondje versus Great Pyrenees     Kooikerhondje versus Field Spaniel     Kooikerhondje versus Australian Terrier     Kooikerhondje versus Belgian Malinois     Kooikerhondje versus Boykin Spaniel     Kooikerhondje versus Schnoodle     Kooikerhondje versus Shiba Inu     Kooikerhondje versus American Eskimo Dog     Kooikerhondje versus Fila Brasileiro     Kooikerhondje versus Chorkie     Kooikerhondje versus Catahoula Leopard Dog     Kooikerhondje versus Icelandic Sheepdog     Kooikerhondje versus Scottish Deerhound     Kooikerhondje versus Belgian Malinois     Kooikerhondje versus Bedlington Terrier     Kooikerhondje versus Standard Schnauzer     Kooikerhondje versus Chinese Shar-Pei     Kooikerhondje versus Great Pyrenees     Kooikerhondje versus Norfolk Terrier     Kooikerhondje versus Labrador Retriever     Kooikerhondje versus Boerboel     

    Conclusion: Chinook versus Kooikerhondje. 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 Kooikerhondje better suits you and your family.