Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Chinook Versus Pekingese: Introduction
- Chinook versus Pekingese: Overview
- Chinook versus Pekingese: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chinook and the Pekingese
- The Similarities Between the Chinook and the Pekingese
- Size (Weight and Height) of Chinook versus Pekingese
- Lifespan of Chinook versus Pekingese
- Temperament of the Pekingese Versus the Chinook
- The Popularity of Chinook versus Popularity of Pekingese
- Tolerates Being Alone: Chinook versus Pekingese
- Do Chinooks shed more than Pekingeses?
- Which one drools more, the Chinook or the Pekingese
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinook or the Pekingese?
- Does the Chinook Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pekingese?
- Do Chinooks Bark and Howl? What about Pekingeses?
- Can Chinooks Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pekingeses Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Chinook vs. Pekingese
- Can Chinooks Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pekingeses Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chinook or the Pekingese?
- Are Chinooks good family dogs? What about Pekingeses?
- How Kid-friendly are Chinooks and Pekingeses?
- Is the Chinook Easier to Train than the Pekingese?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chinook
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pekingese
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Chinook versus Pekingese. Which One is a Better Pet?
Chinook Versus Pekingese: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chinook and the Pekingese? 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 Pekingese 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 Pekingese.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chinook and the Pekingese 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 Pekingese. 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 Pekingese.
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 Pekingese.
Chinook versus Pekingese: Overview
A very important difference between the Chinook and the Pekingese is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Chinook is a large-sized dog while the Pekingese is a tiny-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 Pekingese belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.
Chinook versus Pekingese: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Chinook to the Pekingese 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 Pekingese
| Factor | Chinook | Pekingese |
|---|---|---|
| Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Height | 21 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder | 6 to 9 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 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 55 to 70 pounds | 7 to 14 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 13.5 years |
| Price Range | No Data | $1288 – $2500 |
| Average Price | No Data | $1930 |
| Temperament Score | 77.8 percent | 93.3 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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No Data |
| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 177 | 86 |
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 Pekingese. 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 Pekingese is 77 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Chinook is a better pet than the Pekingese. 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 Pekingese so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chinook and the Pekingese
Below is a list of where the Chinook and the Pekingese are most different:
The Similarities Between the Chinook and the Pekingese
The Chinook and the Pekingese are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chinook and the Pekingese are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Chinook versus Pekingese
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chinook and the Pekingese.
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, Pekingeses weigh 7 to 14 pounds when fully grown. Pekingeses are 6 to 9 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Chinook versus Pekingese
The lifespan of Chinooks is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Chinooks is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of Pekingeses is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Pekingeses is 13.5 years.
Temperament of the Pekingese Versus the Chinook
The Pekingese has a better temperament than the Chinook.
This is because the temperament score for the Pekingese is 93.3 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 93.3 percent, the Pekingese has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Chinook and the Pekingese by measuring the temperaments of 9 Chinooks and 15 Pekingeses.
The Popularity of Chinook versus Popularity of Pekingese
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 Pekingese over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Pekingese is more popular with dog owners than the Chinook. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Pekingese is 86 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Chinook is 177 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Chinook
Popularity of Pekingese
| Year | Chinook Popularity Rank | Pekingese Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 156 | 77 |
| 2014 | 171 | 82 |
| 2015 | 177 | 80 |
| 2016 | 175 | 93 |
| 2017 | 179 | 88 |
| 2018 | 190 | 92 |
| 2019 | 184 | 83 |
| 2020 | 186 | 95 |
Tolerates Being Alone: Chinook versus Pekingese
Chinooks do not like to be left alone.
Pekingeses can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Chinooks shed more than Pekingeses?
Chinooks shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Pekingeses shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Chinook or the Pekingese
Chinooks do have a very low tendency to drool.
Pekingeses do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinook or the Pekingese?
Chinooks require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Pekingeses require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Chinook Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pekingese?
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.
Pekingeses 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 Pekingeses?
Chinooks are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Pekingeses are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Chinooks Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pekingeses Tolerate Cold Weather?
Chinooks can very well tolerate cold weather.
Pekingeses can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Chinook vs. Pekingese
Chinooks do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Pekingeses have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Chinooks Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pekingeses Tolerate Hot Weather?
Chinooks can tolerate hot weather.
Pekingeses cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chinook or the Pekingese?
Chinooks get along very well with other dogs.
Pekingeses do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Chinooks good family dogs? What about Pekingeses?
Chinooks are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Pekingeses are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Chinooks and Pekingeses?
Chinooks get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Pekingeses do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Is the Chinook Easier to Train than the Pekingese?
Chinooks are very easy to train.
Pekingeses are fairly easy to train.
Is the Chinook Better for Apartment Owners than the Pekingese?
Chinooks adapt very well to apartment living.
Pekingeses adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chinook or the Pekingese?
Chinooks are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Pekingeses 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 Pekingese
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Pekingese 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 Pekingese:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Chinook and how the Pekingese compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Chinook and of the Pekingese to other breeds:
Chinook Versus Other Dog Breeds
Chinook versus Treeing Walker Coonhound Chinook versus Irish Terrier Chinook versus Dogue de Bordeaux Chinook versus Sheepadoodle Chinook versus Irish Water Spaniel Chinook versus Akbash Chinook versus Chow Chow Chinook versus Belgian Tervuren Chinook versus Bulldog Chinook versus Black and Tan Coonhound Chinook versus Weimaraner Chinook versus Komondor Chinook versus Miniature Poodle Chinook versus Valley Bulldog Chinook versus Portuguese Pointer Chinook versus Silky Terrier Chinook versus Afghan Hound Chinook versus Norwich Terrier Chinook versus Cocker Spaniel Chinook versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde Chinook versus Borzoi Chinook versus Finnish Lapphund Chinook versus German Shorthaired Pointer Chinook versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog Chinook versus Black Mouth Cur
Pekingese Versus Other Dog Breeds
Pekingese versus Goldendoodle Pekingese versus Patterdale Terrier Pekingese versus Standard Schnauzer Pekingese versus Pug Pekingese versus English Setter Pekingese versus German Longhaired Pointer Pekingese versus American Water Spaniel Pekingese versus Kooikerhondje Pekingese versus Keeshond Pekingese versus Bordoodle Pekingese versus Saint Berdoodle Pekingese versus Pomchi Pekingese versus Portuguese Water Dog Pekingese versus Shiranian Pekingese versus American Water Spaniel Pekingese versus Cairn Terrier Pekingese versus Kishu Ken Pekingese versus Basenji Pekingese versus Frenchton Pekingese versus Norwegian Buhund Pekingese versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Pekingese versus Rhodesian Ridgeback Pekingese versus Golden Cocker Retriever Pekingese versus Irish Setter Pekingese versus Maremma Sheepdog
Conclusion: Chinook versus Pekingese. 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 Pekingese better suits you and your family.