Is the Chinook Better than the Saint Berdoodle as a Pet? Answer…

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Chinook Versus Saint Berdoodle: Introduction

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

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

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 Saint Berdoodle.

Chinook versus Saint Berdoodle: Overview

Both the Chinook and the Saint Berdoodle are similar in size. The Chinook and the Saint Berdoodle are both large-sized dogs.

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 Saint Berdoodle belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Chinook versus Saint Berdoodle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Chinook to the Saint Berdoodle 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 Saint Berdoodle

Factor Chinook Saint Berdoodle
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 5/5
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 8 to 12 years
Easy To Groom 2/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 3/5
Height 21 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder 15 to 30 inches
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 3/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 3/5
Easygoing 1/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 1/5 3/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Weight 55 to 70 pounds 40 to 180 pounds
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 10.0 years
Price Range No Data $1500 – $2500
Average Price No Data $2020
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 Saint Berdoodle. 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 Saint Berdoodle is 89 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Saint Berdoodle is a better pet than the Chinook. So, you should get the Saint Berdoodle!

    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 Saint Berdoodle so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chinook and the Saint Berdoodle

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

  • Chinooks are not the best dogs for new dog owners. However, Saint Berdoodles are good for new dog owners.

    • The Similarities Between the Chinook and the Saint Berdoodle

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

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

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Chinook versus Saint Berdoodle

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

    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, Saint Berdoodles weigh 40 to 180 pounds when fully grown. Saint Berdoodles are 15 to 30 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Chinook versus Saint Berdoodle

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

    The lifespan of Saint Berdoodles is between 8 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Saint Berdoodles is 10.0 years.

    Chinooks live longer than Saint Berdoodles.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Chinook versus Saint Berdoodle

    Chinooks do not like to be left alone.

    Saint Berdoodles do not like to be left alone.

    Do Chinooks shed more than Saint Berdoodles?

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

    Saint Berdoodles shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Chinook or the Saint Berdoodle

    Chinooks do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Saint Berdoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinook or the Saint Berdoodle?

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

    Saint Berdoodles are very easy to groom.

    Does the Chinook Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Saint Berdoodle?

    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.

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

    Do Chinooks Bark and Howl? What about Saint Berdoodles?

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

    Saint Berdoodles bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Chinooks Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Saint Berdoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Chinooks can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Saint Berdoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Chinook vs. Saint Berdoodle

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

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

    Can Chinooks Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Saint Berdoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Chinooks can tolerate hot weather.

    Saint Berdoodles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

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

    Chinooks get along very well with other dogs.

    Saint Berdoodles get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Chinooks good family dogs? What about Saint Berdoodles?

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

    Saint Berdoodles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Chinooks and Saint Berdoodles?

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

    Saint Berdoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Chinook Easier to Train than the Saint Berdoodle?

    Chinooks are very easy to train.

    Saint Berdoodles are very easy to train.

    Is the Chinook Better for Apartment Owners than the Saint Berdoodle?

    Chinooks adapt very well to apartment living.

    Saint Berdoodles do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

    Chinooks are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Saint Berdoodles 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:

  • Keeshond (76 percent match with Chinook). Here is our comparison of the Saint Berdoodle vs Keeshond.
  • King Shepherd (75 percent match with Chinook). Here is our comparison of the Saint Berdoodle vs King Shepherd.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Saint Berdoodle

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

  • Schnoodle (77 percent match with Saint Berdoodle). Here is our comparison of the Chinook vs Schnoodle.
  • Bergamasco Sheepdog (79 percent match with Saint Berdoodle). Here is our comparison of the Chinook vs Bergamasco Sheepdog.
  • Cavapoo (78 percent match with Saint Berdoodle). Here is our comparison of the Chinook vs Cavapoo.
  • French Spaniel (78 percent match with Saint Berdoodle). Here is our comparison of the Chinook vs French Spaniel.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Chinook Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Chinook versus Briard     Chinook versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Chinook versus Swedish Vallhund     Chinook versus Pomchi     Chinook versus Italian Greyhound     Chinook versus Chow Chow     Chinook versus Airedale Terrier     Chinook versus Puggle     Chinook versus Hovawart     Chinook versus Treeing Walker Coonhound     Chinook versus Australian Kelpie     Chinook versus Affenhuahua     Chinook versus Maltipoo     Chinook versus Dutch Shepherd     Chinook versus Redbone Coonhound     Chinook versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog     Chinook versus Japanese Spitz     Chinook versus Catahoula Leopard Dog     Chinook versus Azawakh     Chinook versus Cavachon     Chinook versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi     Chinook versus American Eskimo Dog     Chinook versus Manchester Terrier     Chinook versus Cavachon     Chinook versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier     

    Saint Berdoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Saint Berdoodle versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde     Saint Berdoodle versus Rhodesian Ridgeback     Saint Berdoodle versus Black Mouth Cur     Saint Berdoodle versus Finnish Lapphund     Saint Berdoodle versus Dutch Shepherd     Saint Berdoodle versus Border Terrier     Saint Berdoodle versus Cane Corso     Saint Berdoodle versus Shiba Inu     Saint Berdoodle versus English Setter     Saint Berdoodle versus Bernese Mountain Dog     Saint Berdoodle versus Whippet     Saint Berdoodle versus Tibetan Spaniel     Saint Berdoodle versus Norwegian Buhund     Saint Berdoodle versus Shihpoo     Saint Berdoodle versus Bluetick Coonhound     Saint Berdoodle versus Keeshond     Saint Berdoodle versus German Shepherd Dog     Saint Berdoodle versus Dachshund     Saint Berdoodle versus Afador     Saint Berdoodle versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen     Saint Berdoodle versus Portuguese Water Dog     Saint Berdoodle versus American Bulldog     Saint Berdoodle versus Vizsla     Saint Berdoodle versus Schipperke     Saint Berdoodle versus Schipperke     

    Conclusion: Chinook versus Saint Berdoodle. 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 Saint Berdoodle better suits you and your family.