Chinook versus Whoodle. Final Verdict on Which one is a Better Pet.

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Chinook Versus Whoodle: Introduction

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

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

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 Whoodle.

Chinook versus Whoodle: Overview

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

Chinook versus Whoodle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Chinook to the Whoodle 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 Whoodle

Factor Chinook Whoodle
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 1/5
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 3/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 3/5
Height 21 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder 12 to 20 inches
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 4/5
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 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Easygoing 1/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 1/5 4/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Weight 55 to 70 pounds 20 to 45 pounds
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 13.5 years
Price Range No Data $1650 – $2550
Average Price No Data $2230
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 Whoodle. 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 Whoodle is 83 out of 125.

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

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chinook and the Whoodle

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

  • Chinooks shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies. However, Whoodles do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • The Similarities Between the Chinook and the Whoodle

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

  • Both the Chinook and the Whoodle are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Chinook and the Whoodle do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Chinook and the Whoodle do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Chinook and the Whoodle require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • Both the Chinook and the Whoodle have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Chinook and the Whoodle are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Chinook and the Whoodle 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 Whoodle adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Chinook and the Whoodle are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Chinook and the Whoodle are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Chinook and the Whoodle are very playful.
  • Both the Chinook and the Whoodle can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Chinook and the Whoodle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Chinook and the Whoodle get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Chinook and the Whoodle are highly intelligent.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Chinook versus Whoodle

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

    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, Whoodles weigh 20 to 45 pounds when fully grown. Whoodles are 12 to 20 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Chinook versus Whoodle

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

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

    Tolerates Being Alone: Chinook versus Whoodle

    Chinooks do not like to be left alone.

    Whoodles do not like to be left alone.

    Do Chinooks shed more than Whoodles?

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

    Whoodles do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Chinook or the Whoodle

    Chinooks do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Whoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

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

    Whoodles are moderately easy to groom.

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

    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.

    Whoodles 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 Whoodles?

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

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

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

    Chinooks can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Whoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Chinook vs. Whoodle

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

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

    Can Chinooks Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Whoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Chinooks can tolerate hot weather.

    Whoodles cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

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

    Chinooks get along very well with other dogs.

    Whoodles get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Chinooks good family dogs? What about Whoodles?

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

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

    How Kid-friendly are Chinooks and Whoodles?

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

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

    Is the Chinook Easier to Train than the Whoodle?

    Chinooks are very easy to train.

    Whoodles are not easy to train.

    Is the Chinook Better for Apartment Owners than the Whoodle?

    Chinooks adapt very well to apartment living.

    Whoodles adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Chinooks are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Whoodles 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:

  • Keeshond (76 percent match with Chinook). Here is our comparison of the Whoodle vs Keeshond.
  • King Shepherd (75 percent match with Chinook). Here is our comparison of the Whoodle vs King Shepherd.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Whoodle

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

  • Barbet (74 percent match with Whoodle). Here is our comparison of the Chinook vs Barbet.
  • Hovawart (75 percent match with Whoodle). Here is our comparison of the Chinook vs Hovawart.
  • Lakeland Terrier (73 percent match with Whoodle). Here is our comparison of the Chinook vs Lakeland Terrier.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Chinook Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Chinook versus Miniature Poodle     Chinook versus Cocker Spaniel     Chinook versus Cavapoo     Chinook versus Kerry Blue Terrier     Chinook versus Sheepadoodle     Chinook versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     Chinook versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     Chinook versus Pomapoo     Chinook versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog     Chinook versus Gordon Setter     Chinook versus Yorkshire Terrier     Chinook versus Shetland Sheepdog     Chinook versus Irish Wolfhound     Chinook versus Standard Schnauzer     Chinook versus Australian Cattle Dog     Chinook versus Newfoundland     Chinook versus Bolognese     Chinook versus Irish Water Spaniel     Chinook versus Lakeland Terrier     Chinook versus Lhasapoo     Chinook versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog     Chinook versus Miniature Poodle     Chinook versus Pomchi     Chinook versus Cane Corso     Chinook versus Maremma Sheepdog     

    Whoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Whoodle versus Bracco Italiano     Whoodle versus Chinese Crested     Whoodle versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Whoodle versus Goldador     Whoodle versus Chinese Crested     Whoodle versus Treeing Walker Coonhound     Whoodle versus Pekingese     Whoodle versus Papillon     Whoodle versus Pug     Whoodle versus Leonberger     Whoodle versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     Whoodle versus Boykin Spaniel     Whoodle versus Great Dane     Whoodle versus Maremma Sheepdog     Whoodle versus Karelian Bear Dog     Whoodle versus Chinook     Whoodle versus Shiloh Shepherd     Whoodle versus Mountain Cur     Whoodle versus Belgian Tervuren     Whoodle versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     Whoodle versus French Bulldog     Whoodle versus Bich Poo     Whoodle versus Collie     Whoodle versus Goldendoodle     Whoodle versus Manchester Terrier     

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