Which is Better between the Chinook and the Pomchi? A Very Detailed Review.

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Chinook Versus Pomchi: Introduction

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

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

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 Pomchi.

Chinook versus Pomchi

Chinook versus Pomchi: Overview

A very important difference between the Chinook and the Pomchi is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Chinook is a large-sized dog while the Pomchi 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 Pomchi belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Chinook versus Pomchi: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Chinook to the Pomchi 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 Pomchi

Factor Chinook Pomchi
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 12 to 18 years
Easy To Groom 2/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 3/5
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 10 inches
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 3/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 3/5
General Health 4/5 5/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Easygoing 1/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 1/5 3/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Weight 55 to 70 pounds 4 to 12 pounds
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 15.0 years
Price Range No Data $650 – $1288
Average Price No Data $1000
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 Pomchi. 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 Pomchi is 78 out of 125.

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

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chinook and the Pomchi

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

  • Chinooks can tolerate cold weather. However, Pomchis cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • The Similarities Between the Chinook and the Pomchi

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

  • Both the Chinook and the Pomchi do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Chinook and the Pomchi require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • Both the Chinook and the Pomchi have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Chinook and the Pomchi 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 Pomchi adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Chinook and the Pomchi can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Chinook and the Pomchi are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Chinook and the Pomchi are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Chinook and the Pomchi are very easy to train.
  • Both the Chinook and the Pomchi are very playful.
  • Both the Chinook and the Pomchi are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Chinook and the Pomchi are highly intelligent.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Chinook versus Pomchi

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

    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, Pomchis weigh 4 to 12 pounds when fully grown. Pomchis are 6 to 10 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Chinook versus Pomchi

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

    The lifespan of Pomchis is between 12 to 18 years. The average lifespan of Pomchis is 15.0 years.

    Pomchis live longer than Chinooks.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Chinook versus Pomchi

    Chinooks do not like to be left alone.

    Pomchis can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Chinooks shed more than Pomchis?

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

    Pomchis shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Chinook or the Pomchi

    Chinooks do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Pomchis do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

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

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

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

    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.

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

    Do Chinooks Bark and Howl? What about Pomchis?

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

    Pomchis are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

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

    Chinooks can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Pomchis cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Chinook vs. Pomchi

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

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

    Can Chinooks Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pomchis Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Chinooks can tolerate hot weather.

    Pomchis can tolerate hot weather.

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

    Chinooks get along very well with other dogs.

    Pomchis get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Chinooks good family dogs? What about Pomchis?

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

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

    How Kid-friendly are Chinooks and Pomchis?

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

    Pomchis get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Is the Chinook Easier to Train than the Pomchi?

    Chinooks are very easy to train.

    Pomchis are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Chinook Better for Apartment Owners than the Pomchi?

    Chinooks adapt very well to apartment living.

    Pomchis adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Chinooks are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Pomchis 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 Pomchi vs Keeshond.
  • King Shepherd (75 percent match with Chinook). Here is our comparison of the Pomchi vs King Shepherd.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pomchi

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

  • Morkie (79 percent match with Pomchi). Here is our comparison of the Chinook vs Morkie.
  • Skye Terrier (78 percent match with Pomchi). Here is our comparison of the Chinook vs Skye Terrier.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Chinook Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Chinook versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon     Chinook versus Kooikerhondje     Chinook versus Korean Jindo Dog     Chinook versus Sloughi     Chinook versus American Staffordshire Terrier     Chinook versus Vizsla     Chinook versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever     Chinook versus Sussex Spaniel     Chinook versus Morkie     Chinook versus Tibetan Mastiff     Chinook versus English Toy Spaniel     Chinook versus Mastiff     Chinook versus Portuguese Pointer     Chinook versus Cairn Terrier     Chinook versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever     Chinook versus Stabyhoun     Chinook versus Doberman Pinscher     Chinook versus Schnoodle     Chinook versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog     Chinook versus Rhodesian Ridgeback     Chinook versus Shichon     Chinook versus Whoodle     Chinook versus Sealyham Terrier     Chinook versus Sloughi     Chinook versus Fila Brasileiro     

    Pomchi Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Pomchi versus Catahoula Leopard Dog     Pomchi versus Welsh Terrier     Pomchi versus Bull Terrier     Pomchi versus Cane Corso     Pomchi versus Morkie     Pomchi versus Saint Bernard     Pomchi versus Standard Poodle     Pomchi versus Labradoodle     Pomchi versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog     Pomchi versus Beaglier     Pomchi versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     Pomchi versus Valley Bulldog     Pomchi versus American Eskimo Dog     Pomchi versus Japanese Spitz     Pomchi versus Briard     Pomchi versus Clumber Spaniel     Pomchi versus Clumber Spaniel     Pomchi versus Toy Fox Terrier     Pomchi versus Finnish Lapphund     Pomchi versus Bichon Frise     Pomchi versus Frenchton     Pomchi versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever     Pomchi versus Saint Berdoodle     Pomchi versus Black Russian Terrier     Pomchi versus Tibetan Terrier     

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