A Detailed Comparison of the Chinook and the Patterdale Terrier.

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Chinook Versus Patterdale Terrier: Introduction

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

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

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 Patterdale Terrier.

Chinook versus Patterdale Terrier

Chinook versus Patterdale Terrier: Overview

A very important difference between the Chinook and the Patterdale Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Chinook is a large-sized dog while the Patterdale Terrier is a small-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 Patterdale Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.

Chinook versus Patterdale Terrier: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Chinook to the Patterdale Terrier 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 Patterdale Terrier

Factor Chinook Patterdale Terrier
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 11 to 14 years
Easy To Groom 2/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 1/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 2/5
Height 21 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder 12 to 15 inches
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Easygoing 1/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 1/5 4/5
Intelligence 5/5 5/5
Weight 55 to 70 pounds 11 to 13 pounds
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 12.5 years
Price Range No Data $550 – $950
Average Price No Data $680
Temperament Score 77.8 percent 80.0 percent
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 Patterdale Terrier. 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 Patterdale Terrier is 77 out of 125.

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

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chinook and the Patterdale Terrier

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

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

    • The Similarities Between the Chinook and the Patterdale Terrier

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

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

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Chinook versus Patterdale Terrier

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

    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, Patterdale Terriers weigh 11 to 13 pounds when fully grown. Patterdale Terriers are 12 to 15 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Chinook versus Patterdale Terrier

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

    The lifespan of Patterdale Terriers is between 11 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Patterdale Terriers is 12.5 years.

    Chinooks live longer than Patterdale Terriers.

    Temperament of the Patterdale Terrier Versus the Chinook

    The Patterdale Terrier has a better temperament than the Chinook.

    This is because the temperament score for the Patterdale Terrier is 80.0 percent while the temperament score for the Chinook is 77.8 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).

    The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.

    Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.

    The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.

    With its temperament score of 77.8 percent, the Chinook has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 80.0 percent, the Patterdale Terrier has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Chinook and the Patterdale Terrier by measuring the temperaments of 9 Chinooks and 5 Patterdale Terriers.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Chinook versus Patterdale Terrier

    Chinooks do not like to be left alone.

    Patterdale Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Do Chinooks shed more than Patterdale Terriers?

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

    Patterdale Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Chinook or the Patterdale Terrier

    Chinooks do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Patterdale Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinook or the Patterdale Terrier?

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

    Patterdale Terriers are very easy to groom.

    Does the Chinook Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Patterdale Terrier?

    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.

    Patterdale Terriers 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 Patterdale Terriers?

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

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

    Can Chinooks Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Patterdale Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Chinooks can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Patterdale Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Chinook vs. Patterdale Terrier

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

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

    Can Chinooks Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Patterdale Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Chinooks can tolerate hot weather.

    Patterdale Terriers can tolerate hot weather.

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

    Chinooks get along very well with other dogs.

    Patterdale Terriers get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Chinooks good family dogs? What about Patterdale Terriers?

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

    Patterdale Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Chinooks and Patterdale Terriers?

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

    Patterdale Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Chinook Easier to Train than the Patterdale Terrier?

    Chinooks are very easy to train.

    Patterdale Terriers are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Chinook Better for Apartment Owners than the Patterdale Terrier?

    Chinooks adapt very well to apartment living.

    Patterdale Terriers do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

    Chinooks are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Patterdale Terriers 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 Patterdale Terrier vs Keeshond.
  • King Shepherd (75 percent match with Chinook). Here is our comparison of the Patterdale Terrier vs King Shepherd.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Patterdale Terrier

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

  • Field Spaniel (79 percent match with Patterdale Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Chinook vs Field Spaniel.
  • Portuguese Pointer (78 percent match with Patterdale Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Chinook vs Portuguese Pointer.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Chinook Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Chinook versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog     Chinook versus Cockapoo     Chinook versus Treeing Walker Coonhound     Chinook versus Neapolitan Mastiff     Chinook versus Australian Shepherd     Chinook versus Pomeranian     Chinook versus Silky Terrier     Chinook versus Scottish Terrier     Chinook versus Bedlington Terrier     Chinook versus Bernedoodle     Chinook versus English Setter     Chinook versus Swedish Vallhund     Chinook versus Catahoula Leopard Dog     Chinook versus Neapolitan Mastiff     Chinook versus German Longhaired Pointer     Chinook versus Sealyham Terrier     Chinook versus Ibizan Hound     Chinook versus Bordoodle     Chinook versus Treeing Walker Coonhound     Chinook versus Papillon     Chinook versus Curly-Coated Retriever     Chinook versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel     Chinook versus Kooikerhondje     Chinook versus Brittany     Chinook versus Boxerdoodle     

    Patterdale Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Patterdale Terrier versus Leonberger     Patterdale Terrier versus Korean Jindo Dog     Patterdale Terrier versus Golden Cocker Retriever     Patterdale Terrier versus Irish Wolfhound     Patterdale Terrier versus Bloodhound     Patterdale Terrier versus Frenchton     Patterdale Terrier versus English Setter     Patterdale Terrier versus Bordoodle     Patterdale Terrier versus Pomapoo     Patterdale Terrier versus Whoodle     Patterdale Terrier versus Boston Terrier     Patterdale Terrier versus Kishu Ken     Patterdale Terrier versus Pomeranian     Patterdale Terrier versus Australian Shepherd     Patterdale Terrier versus Golden Cocker Retriever     Patterdale Terrier versus Shih Tzu     Patterdale Terrier versus Cavapoo     Patterdale Terrier versus Vizsla     Patterdale Terrier versus Mountain Cur     Patterdale Terrier versus Cane Corso     Patterdale Terrier versus Puli     Patterdale Terrier versus Stabyhoun     Patterdale Terrier versus Barbet     Patterdale Terrier versus Alaskan Malamute     Patterdale Terrier versus Beaglier     

    Conclusion: Chinook versus Patterdale Terrier. 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 Patterdale Terrier better suits you and your family.