Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Chinook Versus Saluki: Introduction
- Chinook versus Saluki: Overview
- Chinook versus Saluki: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chinook and the Saluki
- The Similarities Between the Chinook and the Saluki
- Size (Weight and Height) of Chinook versus Saluki
- Lifespan of Chinook versus Saluki
- Temperament of the Saluki Versus the Chinook
- The Popularity of Chinook versus Popularity of Saluki
- Tolerates Being Alone: Chinook versus Saluki
- Do Chinooks shed more than Salukis?
- Which one drools more, the Chinook or the Saluki
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinook or the Saluki?
- Does the Chinook Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Saluki?
- Do Chinooks Bark and Howl? What about Salukis?
- Can Chinooks Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Salukis Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Chinook vs. Saluki
- Can Chinooks Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Salukis Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chinook or the Saluki?
- Are Chinooks good family dogs? What about Salukis?
- How Kid-friendly are Chinooks and Salukis?
- Is the Chinook Easier to Train than the Saluki?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chinook
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Saluki
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Chinook versus Saluki. Which One is a Better Pet?
Chinook Versus Saluki: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chinook and the Saluki? 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 Saluki 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 Saluki.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chinook and the Saluki 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 Saluki. 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 Saluki.
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 Saluki.
Chinook versus Saluki: Overview
Both the Chinook and the Saluki are similar in size. The Chinook and the Saluki 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 Saluki belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.
Chinook versus Saluki: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Chinook to the Saluki 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 Saluki
| Factor | Chinook | Saluki |
|---|---|---|
| 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 14 years |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Height | 21 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder | 23 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 55 to 70 pounds | 35 to 70 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 13.0 years |
| Price Range | No Data | $2250 – $2250 |
| Average Price | No Data | $2250 |
| Temperament Score | 77.8 percent | 68.7 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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No Data |
| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 177 | 127 |
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 Saluki. 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 Saluki is 74 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Chinook is a better pet than the Saluki. 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 Saluki so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chinook and the Saluki
Below is a list of where the Chinook and the Saluki are most different:
The Similarities Between the Chinook and the Saluki
The Chinook and the Saluki are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chinook and the Saluki are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Chinook versus Saluki
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chinook and the Saluki.
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, Salukis weigh 35 to 70 pounds when fully grown. Salukis are 23 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Chinook versus Saluki
The lifespan of Chinooks is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Chinooks is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of Salukis is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Salukis is 13.0 years.
Chinooks live longer than Salukis.
Temperament of the Saluki Versus the Chinook
The Chinook has a better temperament than the Saluki.
This is because the temperament score for the Chinook is 77.8 percent while the temperament score for the Saluki is 68.7 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 68.7 percent, the Saluki has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Chinook and the Saluki by measuring the temperaments of 9 Chinooks and 67 Salukis.
The Popularity of Chinook versus Popularity of Saluki
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 Saluki over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Saluki is more popular with dog owners than the Chinook. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Saluki is 127 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 Saluki
| Year | Chinook Popularity Rank | Saluki Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 156 | 115 |
| 2014 | 171 | 134 |
| 2015 | 177 | 132 |
| 2016 | 175 | 125 |
| 2017 | 179 | 123 |
| 2018 | 190 | 120 |
| 2019 | 184 | 125 |
| 2020 | 186 | 144 |
Tolerates Being Alone: Chinook versus Saluki
Chinooks do not like to be left alone.
Salukis do not like to be left alone.
Do Chinooks shed more than Salukis?
Chinooks shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Salukis do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Chinook or the Saluki
Chinooks do have a very low tendency to drool.
Salukis do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinook or the Saluki?
Chinooks require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Salukis are very easy to groom.
Does the Chinook Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Saluki?
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.
Salukis 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 Salukis?
Chinooks are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Salukis are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Chinooks Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Salukis Tolerate Cold Weather?
Chinooks can very well tolerate cold weather.
Salukis cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Chinook vs. Saluki
Chinooks do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Salukis have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Chinooks Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Salukis Tolerate Hot Weather?
Chinooks can tolerate hot weather.
Salukis can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chinook or the Saluki?
Chinooks get along very well with other dogs.
Salukis get along very well with other dogs.
Are Chinooks good family dogs? What about Salukis?
Chinooks are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Salukis are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Chinooks and Salukis?
Chinooks get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Salukis get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Chinook Easier to Train than the Saluki?
Chinooks are very easy to train.
Salukis are very easy to train.
Is the Chinook Better for Apartment Owners than the Saluki?
Chinooks adapt very well to apartment living.
Salukis do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chinook or the Saluki?
Chinooks are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Salukis 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 Saluki
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Saluki 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 Saluki:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Chinook and how the Saluki compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Chinook and of the Saluki to other breeds:
Chinook Versus Other Dog Breeds
Chinook versus Canaan Dog Chinook versus Japanese Chin Chinook versus Aussiedoodle Chinook versus Papipoo Chinook versus French Bulldog Chinook versus Pug Chinook versus Japanese Chin Chinook versus Shih Tzu Chinook versus Border Terrier Chinook versus Kai Ken Chinook versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog Chinook versus Whippet Chinook versus Cavachon Chinook versus Bergamasco Sheepdog Chinook versus Welsh Springer Spaniel Chinook versus Miniature Schnauzer Chinook versus Newfoundland Chinook versus Goldendoodle Chinook versus Dogo Argentino Chinook versus Kai Ken Chinook versus Weimaraner Chinook versus Clumber Spaniel Chinook versus Bernese Mountain Dog Chinook versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle Chinook versus Norwich Terrier
Saluki Versus Other Dog Breeds
Saluki versus German Shorthaired Pointer Saluki versus Tibetan Spaniel Saluki versus Dachshund Saluki versus German Pinscher Saluki versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Saluki versus Pyredoodle Saluki versus French Spaniel Saluki versus Pomsky Saluki versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Saluki versus Akita Chow Saluki versus Bedlington Terrier Saluki versus Ibizan Hound Saluki versus Miniature Schnauzer Saluki versus Dachshund Saluki versus Schnoodle Saluki versus Portuguese Water Dog Saluki versus Portuguese Water Dog Saluki versus Black Mouth Cur Saluki versus English Toy Spaniel Saluki versus Shiranian Saluki versus Boxerdoodle Saluki versus Manchester Terrier Saluki versus Belgian Malinois Saluki versus Norwegian Buhund Saluki versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Conclusion: Chinook versus Saluki. 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 Saluki better suits you and your family.