Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Chinook Versus Shichon: Introduction
- Chinook versus Shichon: Overview
- Chinook versus Shichon: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chinook and the Shichon
- The Similarities Between the Chinook and the Shichon
- Size (Weight and Height) of Chinook versus Shichon
- Lifespan of Chinook versus Shichon
- Tolerates Being Alone: Chinook versus Shichon
- Do Chinooks shed more than Shichons?
- Which one drools more, the Chinook or the Shichon
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinook or the Shichon?
- Does the Chinook Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Shichon?
- Do Chinooks Bark and Howl? What about Shichons?
- Can Chinooks Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Shichons Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Chinook vs. Shichon
- Can Chinooks Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Shichons Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chinook or the Shichon?
- Are Chinooks good family dogs? What about Shichons?
- How Kid-friendly are Chinooks and Shichons?
- Is the Chinook Easier to Train than the Shichon?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chinook
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Shichon
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Chinook versus Shichon. Which One is a Better Pet?
Chinook Versus Shichon: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chinook and the Shichon? 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 Shichon 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 Shichon.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chinook and the Shichon 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 Shichon. 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 Shichon.
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 Shichon.
Chinook versus Shichon: Overview
A very important difference between the Chinook and the Shichon is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Chinook is a large-sized dog while the Shichon 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 Shichon belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
Chinook versus Shichon: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Chinook to the Shichon 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 Shichon
| Factor | Chinook | Shichon |
|---|---|---|
| Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 12 to 18 years |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 21 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder | 9 to 12 inches |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| 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 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 55 to 70 pounds | 9 to 15 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 15.0 years |
| Price Range | No Data | $1200 – $2000 |
| Average Price | No Data | $1610 |
| 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 Shichon. 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 Shichon is 95 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Shichon is a better pet than the Chinook. So, you should get the Shichon!
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 Shichon so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chinook and the Shichon
Below is a list of where the Chinook and the Shichon are most different:
The Similarities Between the Chinook and the Shichon
The Chinook and the Shichon are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chinook and the Shichon are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Chinook versus Shichon
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chinook and the Shichon.
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, Shichons weigh 9 to 15 pounds when fully grown. Shichons are 9 to 12 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Chinook versus Shichon
The lifespan of Chinooks is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Chinooks is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of Shichons is between 12 to 18 years. The average lifespan of Shichons is 15.0 years.
Shichons live longer than Chinooks.
Tolerates Being Alone: Chinook versus Shichon
Chinooks do not like to be left alone.
Shichons do not like to be left alone.
Do Chinooks shed more than Shichons?
Chinooks shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Shichons do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Chinook or the Shichon
Chinooks do have a very low tendency to drool.
Shichons do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinook or the Shichon?
Chinooks require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Shichons are very easy to groom.
Does the Chinook Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Shichon?
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.
Shichons 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.
Do Chinooks Bark and Howl? What about Shichons?
Chinooks are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Shichons are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Chinooks Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Shichons Tolerate Cold Weather?
Chinooks can very well tolerate cold weather.
Shichons cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Chinook vs. Shichon
Chinooks do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Shichons 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 Shichons Tolerate Hot Weather?
Chinooks can tolerate hot weather.
Shichons cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chinook or the Shichon?
Chinooks get along very well with other dogs.
Shichons get along very well with other dogs.
Are Chinooks good family dogs? What about Shichons?
Chinooks are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Shichons are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Chinooks and Shichons?
Chinooks get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Shichons get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Chinook Easier to Train than the Shichon?
Chinooks are very easy to train.
Shichons are fairly easy to train.
Is the Chinook Better for Apartment Owners than the Shichon?
Chinooks adapt very well to apartment living.
Shichons adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chinook or the Shichon?
Chinooks are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Shichons 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 Shichon
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Shichon 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 Shichon:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Chinook and how the Shichon compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Chinook and of the Shichon to other breeds:
Chinook Versus Other Dog Breeds
Chinook versus Boxer Chinook versus Chinese Shar-Pei Chinook versus Bloodhound Chinook versus Doberman Pinscher Chinook versus Irish Terrier Chinook versus Barbet Chinook versus Icelandic Sheepdog Chinook versus Pug Chinook versus Sheepadoodle Chinook versus Miniature Pinscher Chinook versus American Pit Bull Terrier Chinook versus Morkie Chinook versus Dachshund Chinook versus German Wirehaired Pointer Chinook versus West Highland White Terrier Chinook versus Vizsla Chinook versus Ibizan Hound Chinook versus Dogo Argentino Chinook versus Dutch Shepherd Chinook versus Ibizan Hound Chinook versus American Water Spaniel Chinook versus Bordoodle Chinook versus Kuvasz Chinook versus Belgian Sheepdog Chinook versus Papipoo
Shichon Versus Other Dog Breeds
Shichon versus American Staffordshire Terrier Shichon versus English Setter Shichon versus Irish Setter Shichon versus Boykin Spaniel Shichon versus Afador Shichon versus Finnish Lapphund Shichon versus Karelian Bear Dog Shichon versus Harrier Shichon versus Bullmastiff Shichon versus Bluetick Coonhound Shichon versus Standard Poodle Shichon versus Bernedoodle Shichon versus Australian Cattle Dog Shichon versus Mastiff Shichon versus Bernedoodle Shichon versus Miniature Schnauzer Shichon versus Miniature Poodle Shichon versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Shichon versus German Wirehaired Pointer Shichon versus Korean Jindo Dog Shichon versus Leonberger Shichon versus German Shepherd Dog Shichon versus Pug Shichon versus Akbash Shichon versus Norwegian Lundehund
Conclusion: Chinook versus Shichon. 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 Shichon better suits you and your family.