A Detailed Comparison of the Chinook and the Mountain Cur.

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Chinook Versus Mountain Cur: Introduction

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

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

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 Mountain Cur.

Chinook versus Mountain Cur: Overview

Both the Chinook and the Mountain Cur are similar in size. The Chinook and the Mountain Cur are both large-sized dogs.

Furthermore, both the Chinook and the Mountain Cur are Working Dogs. This means both the Chinook and the Mountain Cur 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 Mountain Cur: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Chinook to the Mountain Cur 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 Mountain Cur

Factor Chinook Mountain Cur
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 1/5
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 10 to 16 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 2/5
Height 21 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder 16 to 26 inches
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
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 2/5
General Health 4/5 5/5
Easy To Train 4/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Easygoing 1/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 1/5 4/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Weight 55 to 70 pounds 30 to 60 pounds
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 13.0 years
Price Range No Data $350 – $800
Average Price No Data $550
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 Mountain Cur. 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 Mountain Cur is 76 out of 125.

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

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chinook and the Mountain Cur

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

  • Chinooks have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets. However, Mountain Curs have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Chinooks adapt well to apartment living. However, Mountain Curs do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Chinooks shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies. However, Mountain Curs do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    • The Similarities Between the Chinook and the Mountain Cur

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

  • Both the Chinook and the Mountain Cur are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Chinook and the Mountain Cur do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Chinook and the Mountain Cur do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Chinook and the Mountain Cur are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Chinook and the Mountain Cur can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Chinook and the Mountain Cur are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Chinook and the Mountain Cur are very playful.
  • Both the Chinook and the Mountain Cur can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Chinook and the Mountain Cur are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Chinook and the Mountain Cur get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Chinook and the Mountain Cur are highly intelligent.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Chinook versus Mountain Cur

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

    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, Mountain Curs weigh 30 to 60 pounds when fully grown. Mountain Curs are 16 to 26 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Chinook versus Mountain Cur

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

    The lifespan of Mountain Curs is between 10 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Mountain Curs is 13.0 years.

    Chinooks live longer than Mountain Curs.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Chinook versus Mountain Cur

    Chinooks do not like to be left alone.

    Mountain Curs do not like to be left alone.

    Do Chinooks shed more than Mountain Curs?

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

    Mountain Curs do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Chinook or the Mountain Cur

    Chinooks do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Mountain Curs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinook or the Mountain Cur?

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

    Mountain Curs are very easy to groom.

    Does the Chinook Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Mountain Cur?

    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.

    Mountain Curs 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 Mountain Curs?

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

    Mountain Curs bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Chinooks Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Mountain Curs Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Chinooks can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Mountain Curs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Chinook vs. Mountain Cur

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

    Mountain Curs have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Chinooks Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Mountain Curs Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Chinooks can tolerate hot weather.

    Mountain Curs can tolerate hot weather.

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

    Chinooks get along very well with other dogs.

    Mountain Curs get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Chinooks good family dogs? What about Mountain Curs?

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

    Mountain Curs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Chinooks and Mountain Curs?

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

    Mountain Curs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Chinook Easier to Train than the Mountain Cur?

    Chinooks are very easy to train.

    Mountain Curs are not easy to train.

    Is the Chinook Better for Apartment Owners than the Mountain Cur?

    Chinooks adapt very well to apartment living.

    Mountain Curs do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

    Chinooks are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Mountain Curs are not the best dogs 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 Mountain Cur vs Keeshond.
  • King Shepherd (75 percent match with Chinook). Here is our comparison of the Mountain Cur vs King Shepherd.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Mountain Cur

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

  • Black Mouth Cur (80 percent match with Mountain Cur). Here is our comparison of the Chinook vs Black Mouth Cur.
  • Karelian Bear Dog (77 percent match with Mountain Cur). Here is our comparison of the Chinook vs Karelian Bear Dog.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Chinook Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Chinook versus Sloughi     Chinook versus Bracco Italiano     Chinook versus Goldador     Chinook versus Neapolitan Mastiff     Chinook versus Boykin Spaniel     Chinook versus Goldendoodle     Chinook versus Boykin Spaniel     Chinook versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog     Chinook versus Korean Jindo Dog     Chinook versus German Longhaired Pointer     Chinook versus Morkie     Chinook versus Schipperke     Chinook versus Morkie     Chinook versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen     Chinook versus Akita Chow     Chinook versus Patterdale Terrier     Chinook versus Pomapoo     Chinook versus Goldador     Chinook versus Shihpoo     Chinook versus Norwich Terrier     Chinook versus Dalmatian     Chinook versus Bich Poo     Chinook versus Chi-Poo     Chinook versus Sheepadoodle     Chinook versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog     

    Mountain Cur Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Mountain Cur versus Bolognese     Mountain Cur versus Catahoula Leopard Dog     Mountain Cur versus Bolognese     Mountain Cur versus Standard Schnauzer     Mountain Cur versus Carolina Dog     Mountain Cur versus Giant Schnauzer     Mountain Cur versus Irish Terrier     Mountain Cur versus German Shorthaired Pointer     Mountain Cur versus Sealyham Terrier     Mountain Cur versus Kooikerhondje     Mountain Cur versus Carolina Dog     Mountain Cur versus Glen of Imaal Terrier     Mountain Cur versus Ibizan Hound     Mountain Cur versus American Staffordshire Terrier     Mountain Cur versus Boston Terrier     Mountain Cur versus Lakeland Terrier     Mountain Cur versus Cavachon     Mountain Cur versus Great Pyrenees     Mountain Cur versus Cesky Terrier     Mountain Cur versus English Setter     Mountain Cur versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog     Mountain Cur versus Cavapoo     Mountain Cur versus Bich Poo     Mountain Cur versus Afador     

    Conclusion: Chinook versus Mountain Cur. 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 Mountain Cur better suits you and your family.