Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Chinook Versus Pomsky: Introduction
- Chinook versus Pomsky: Overview
- Chinook versus Pomsky: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chinook and the Pomsky
- The Similarities Between the Chinook and the Pomsky
- Size (Weight and Height) of Chinook versus Pomsky
- Lifespan of Chinook versus Pomsky
- Tolerates Being Alone: Chinook versus Pomsky
- Do Chinooks shed more than Pomskys?
- Which one drools more, the Chinook or the Pomsky
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinook or the Pomsky?
- Does the Chinook Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pomsky?
- Do Chinooks Bark and Howl? What about Pomskys?
- Can Chinooks Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pomskys Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Chinook vs. Pomsky
- Can Chinooks Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pomskys Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chinook or the Pomsky?
- Are Chinooks good family dogs? What about Pomskys?
- How Kid-friendly are Chinooks and Pomskys?
- Is the Chinook Easier to Train than the Pomsky?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chinook
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pomsky
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Chinook versus Pomsky. Which One is a Better Pet?
Chinook Versus Pomsky: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chinook and the Pomsky? 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 Pomsky 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 Pomsky.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chinook and the Pomsky 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 Pomsky. 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 Pomsky.
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 Pomsky.
Chinook versus Pomsky: Overview
A very important difference between the Chinook and the Pomsky is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Chinook is a large-sized dog while the Pomsky 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 Pomsky belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
Chinook versus Pomsky: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Chinook to the Pomsky 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 Pomsky
| Factor | Chinook | Pomsky |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 12 to 15 years |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 21 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder | 10 to 15 inches |
| 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 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 55 to 70 pounds | 7 to 38 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 13.5 years |
| Price Range | No Data | $1500 – $2995 |
| Average Price | No Data | $2270 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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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 Pomsky. 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 Pomsky is 76 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Chinook is a better pet than the Pomsky. 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 Pomsky so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chinook and the Pomsky
Below is a list of where the Chinook and the Pomsky are most different:
The Similarities Between the Chinook and the Pomsky
The Chinook and the Pomsky are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chinook and the Pomsky are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Chinook versus Pomsky
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chinook and the Pomsky.
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, Pomskys weigh 7 to 38 pounds when fully grown. Pomskys are 10 to 15 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Chinook versus Pomsky
The lifespan of Chinooks is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Chinooks is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of Pomskys is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Pomskys is 13.5 years.
Tolerates Being Alone: Chinook versus Pomsky
Chinooks do not like to be left alone.
Pomskys do not like to be left alone.
Do Chinooks shed more than Pomskys?
Chinooks shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Pomskys shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Chinook or the Pomsky
Chinooks do have a very low tendency to drool.
Pomskys do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinook or the Pomsky?
Chinooks require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Pomskys require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Chinook Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pomsky?
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.
Pomskys 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 Pomskys?
Chinooks are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Pomskys are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Chinooks Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pomskys Tolerate Cold Weather?
Chinooks can very well tolerate cold weather.
Pomskys can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Chinook vs. Pomsky
Chinooks do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Pomskys do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Can Chinooks Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pomskys Tolerate Hot Weather?
Chinooks can tolerate hot weather.
Pomskys can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chinook or the Pomsky?
Chinooks get along very well with other dogs.
Pomskys get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Chinooks good family dogs? What about Pomskys?
Chinooks are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Pomskys are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Chinooks and Pomskys?
Chinooks get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Pomskys do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Is the Chinook Easier to Train than the Pomsky?
Chinooks are very easy to train.
Pomskys are fairly easy to train.
Is the Chinook Better for Apartment Owners than the Pomsky?
Chinooks adapt very well to apartment living.
Pomskys adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chinook or the Pomsky?
Chinooks are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Pomskys 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:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pomsky
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Pomsky 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 Pomsky:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Chinook and how the Pomsky compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Chinook and of the Pomsky to other breeds:
Chinook Versus Other Dog Breeds
Chinook versus Barbet Chinook versus Yorkipoo Chinook versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever Chinook versus Pharaoh Hound Chinook versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi Chinook versus Boston Terrier Chinook versus Dogo Argentino Chinook versus Lhasa Apso Chinook versus Plott Chinook versus Pomchi Chinook versus Skye Terrier Chinook versus Cockapoo Chinook versus Leonberger Chinook versus Pyredoodle Chinook versus Cavachon Chinook versus Bernese Mountain Dog Chinook versus Puli Chinook versus Fila Brasileiro Chinook versus Karelian Bear Dog Chinook versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Chinook versus Estrela Mountain Dog Chinook versus Cane Corso Chinook versus Plott Chinook versus Pyredoodle Chinook versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Pomsky Versus Other Dog Breeds
Pomsky versus Puggle Pomsky versus Cavachon Pomsky versus Shihpoo Pomsky versus Sussex Spaniel Pomsky versus Shiba Inu Pomsky versus Coton de Tulear Pomsky versus French Bulldog Pomsky versus Frenchton Pomsky versus French Spaniel Pomsky versus Great Pyrenees Pomsky versus Brussels Griffon Pomsky versus Cockalier Pomsky versus Whippet Pomsky versus Scottish Terrier Pomsky versus Pomchi Pomsky versus American Foxhound Pomsky versus Borzoi Pomsky versus Finnish Lapphund Pomsky versus French Bulldog Pomsky versus Curly-Coated Retriever Pomsky versus Scottish Deerhound Pomsky versus Pomchi Pomsky versus Boston Terrier Pomsky versus Bolognese Pomsky versus Azawakh
Conclusion: Chinook versus Pomsky. 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 Pomsky better suits you and your family.